2026 Cream City Homebrew Finalists

  • Casual Kiwi New Zealand Pils

  • Czech’d Out Czech Dark Lager

  • El Guapo Dark Mexican Lager

  • Farmer’s Daughter Saison

  • Fieldmouse Kolsch

  • Golden Hour Belgian Blonde Ale

  • Midnight Rye’d Black IPA

  • My BA Salted Carmel Brownie Brown Ale

  • One Infinite Loop - Solera Sour

  • Windstorm Wheat

Thanks to all the talented homebrewers who submitted entries this year!

We had a strong group of beer representing a diverse range of styles and it was challenging to narrow the field down to 10 finalists.

We’re excited for you to sample these beers, meet the brewers, and vote for the crowd favorite. Join us on Saturday, May 2nd from 12:30-4pm and taste for yourself!

Showcase & Award Ceremony

Join us at Gathering Place Brewing on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 12:30 - 4 pm to sample the top 10 beers from the 2026 Cream City Homebrew Competition. Come vote for your fan favorite while our celebrity judges choose our top 3 winners with a blind taste test.

Guest Judges

  • TBD

Prizes

  • 1st Place: Brew day with Gathering Place team and a release party in the Gathering Place taproom; 2 tickets to Lager & Friends beer festival on May 30, 2026

  • 2nd Place: $50 Gathering Place gift card; 2 tickets to Lager & Friends beer festival on May 30, 2026

  • 3rd Place: $25 Gathering Place gift card; 2 tickets to Lager & Friends beer festival on May 30, 2026

  • Crowd Fav: $25 Gathering Place gift card; 2 tickets to Lager & Friends beer festival on May 30, 2026