Two Montana-based breweries, Lewis and Clark Brewing Company and Copper Furrow Brewing, have recently been recognized at the World Beer Cup. The awards were a testament to the growing craft beer industry in Montana and the dedication of its brewers.
At Lewis and Clark Brewing Company, Max Pigman, owner and president, expressed his excitement and pride at winning a gold award for Miner’s Gold Hefeweizen American wheat beer. This beer has a cloudy citrus flavor and a 5% alcohol content, making it a popular go-to choice for beer enthusiasts. Pigman attributed the quality and consistency of the product to his team, emphasizing their dedication to producing top-notch beer. The beer has won gold at the World Beer Cup for the second time, making it one of the most award-winning wheat beers in history. With over 2,000 breweries submitting more than 9,000 beers, Lewis and Clark Brewing Company stood out among the rest.
Copper Furrow Brewing also received recognition at the World Beer Cup, earning a bronze award for its Tmavé international dark lager. This was the first time Copper Furrow Brewing has medaled at the prestigious event, making it a significant achievement for head brewer Nick Diehl who is also sole brewer at Copper Furrow. Diehl expressed his satisfaction at winning such a major award highlighting the hard work and dedication that goes into crafting award-winning beers. In addition to these two Helena breweries, two other Montana breweries Sacred Brewing Company in Kalispell and MAP Brewing Company in Bozeman also earned Bronze awards at the competition. The full list of winners can be found online showcasing the diverse range of talent in the craft beer industry.
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