Two Helena breweries have recently received awards at the World Beer Cup, raising the bar for craft beer in Montana. Lewis and Clark Brewing Company won a gold award for its Miner’s Gold Hefeweizen American wheat beer, while Copper Furrow Brewing earned a bronze award for its Tmavé international dark lager.
Max Pigman, owner and president of Lewis and Clark Brewing Company, expressed his excitement and pride at winning the gold award. He credited the quality and consistency of the product to his team, emphasizing their dedication to producing a top-notch beer. Miner’s Gold has a cloudy citrus flavor and a 5% alcohol content, making it a popular go-to choice for beer enthusiasts. With over 2,000 breweries submitting more than 9,000 beers, the competition was stiff, but Lewis and Clark Brewing Company stood out among the rest.
Head brewer Nick Diehl at Copper Furrow expressed satisfaction at earning its first medal at the prestigious event. Tmavé is a dark Czech lager with richness and slightly roasted taste that makes it unique and enjoyable option for beer connoisseurs. 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.