Who Won the Great American Beer Festival 2023?

Saint Arnold Brewing Company won the Great American Beer Festival 2023, learn here more about the festival.

by M Nishali

Updated Sep 27, 2023

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Who Won the Great American Beer Festival 2023?
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Great American Beer Festival 2023

The Great American Beer Festival is a popular and exciting event that happened from September 21 to September 23, 2023, in Denver, Colorado. It's a celebration of beer culture in the United States. At GABF, people can explore a wide variety of beers, from sweet and sour to light and dark, and even hoppy and funky styles. It's a chance to discover new favorite beer flavors and styles from different breweries.

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One of the highlights of GABF is the beer competition, where over 100 beer styles are showcased, and the best beers in various categories are recognized with prestigious gold, silver, and bronze medals. Attendees can also enjoy delicious food and craft beer pairings at the event. GABF is a must visit for beer enthusiasts, brewers, and anyone looking to savor the flavors of American craft beer culture.

Who Won the Great American Beer Festival 2023?

In the Great American Beer Festival held in 2023, the prestigious title of Brewery of the Year, awarded to the largest volume producers, went to Saint Arnold Brewing Company. This Houston based craft brewery earned this accolade for the second time, having previously won it in 2017.

Alongside this honor, Saint Arnold also clinched two gold medals, increasing their total medal count at the GABF to an impressive 29. Their beers, Fancy Lawnmower and Elissa IPA, triumphed in their respective categories, showcasing the brewery's commitment to quality and excellence.

Additionally, other Houston-area breweries like True Anomaly Brewing, Karbach Brewing Co, and Hound Song Brewing Co. made their mark by winning medals in various beer categories, highlighting the thriving craft beer scene in Houston and Texas.The Great American Beer Festival is a significant event in the world of craft beer, where breweries from across the United States compete to be recognized for brewing outstanding beers in numerous styles. 

Great American Beer Festival 2023 Location

The Great American Beer Festival, often referred to as GABF, is taking place in Denver, Colorado, from September 21 to September 23, 2023. This event is widely loved and considered one of America's favorite beer festivals. In Denver, beer enthusiasts from across the country gather to celebrate the rich and diverse world of craft beer.

They can explore an array of breweries, taste a variety of beer styles, and experience the best of American craft brewing. From light and dark to sour, hoppy, and more, GABF offers a fantastic opportunity to discover new and exciting flavors while celebrating the craft beer culture in the heart of Colorado.

The festival features numerous breweries, each showcasing their unique and innovative brews. Alongside the beer tasting, GABF hosts a prestigious beer competition, where breweries compete to showcase their exceptional beer creations in over 100 different beer style categories.

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Great American Beer Festival 2023 Schedule

Date

Time

Event

Thursday, Sept. 21

5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

GABF Festival Session

Friday, Sept. 22

5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

GABF Festival Session

Saturday, Sept. 23

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

GABF Festival Session (Afternoon) - SOLD OUT

Thursday, Sept. 21

           NA

VIP Experience: PAIRED + GABF

Friday, Sept. 22

           NA

VIP Experience: PAIRED + GABF

Great American Beer Festival 2023 Tickets

Tickets for the Great American Beer Festival 2023 can be bought only through AXS.com or the AXS mobile app. 

General GABF Session Tickets:

  • These are for the main festival sessions.
  • They are available for Thursday, September 21, and Friday, September 22, both from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
  • There's also one for Saturday, September 23, from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
  • The ticket costs $95 per session, and if you're a member of the American Homebrewers Association or Brewers Association , you can get it for $85.

VIP Experience: PAIRED + GABF Tickets:

  • This ticket includes access to a special event called PAIRED and the main festival session.
  • Available for Thursday, September 21, and Friday, September 22, both from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm.
  • The ticket price is $199 per session.

Designated Driver Tickets:

  • These tickets are for those who won't be drinking alcohol but still want to attend.
  • They cost $30 per session and include special benefits like unlimited sodas and access to the Designated Driver Lounge.
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Ticket Limits:

  • You can buy tickets for a specific session, and there's a limit of 16 tickets per session.
  • Designated Driver tickets count toward this limit.

Member Ticket Presale:

  • If you're a member of AHA or BA, you get early access to buy tickets before the general public.
  • Make sure to check the membership details and deadlines.

List of Breweries in Colorado

Here is a shorter list of breweries in Colorado:

S.NO

Brewery Name

1 3 Freaks Brewery - Highlands Ranch
2 300 Suns - Longmont
3 Adolph Coors Company - Golden
4 Asher Brewing Company - Boulder
5 Avery Brewing Company - Boulder
6 Beyond The Mountain Brewing - Boulder
7 Black Bottle Brewery - Fort Collins
8 Bootstrap Brewing Company - Longmont
9 Boulder Beer Company - Boulder
10 Breckenridge Brewery - Littleton
11 Brewability - Englewood
12 Call to Arms Brewing Company - Denver
13 Camber Brewing Company - Fraser
14 Cannonball Creek Brewing Company - Golden
15 Collision Brewing Company - Longmont
16 Crabtree Brewing Company - Greeley
17 Declaration Brewing Company - Denver
18 DeSteeg Brewing - Denver
19 Dillon Dam Brewery - Dillon
20 Dry Dock Brewing Co. - Aurora
21 Eddyline Brewery - Salida
22 Elk Mountain Brewing Company - Parker
23 Flyeco Craft Brewing - Denver
24 Fort Collins Brewery - Fort Collins
25 Front Range Brewing Co. - Lafayette
26 Great Divide Brewing Company - Denver
27 Grossen Bart Brewery - Longmont
28 Hogshead Brewery - Denver
29 Kokopelli Beer Company - Westminster
30 Left Hand Brewing Company - Longmont
31 Living the Dream Brewing - Littleton
32 Little Machine Beer - Denver
33 Locavore Beer Works - Littleton
34 Mad Jack's Mountain Brewery - Bailey
35 Mountain Toad Brewing - Golden
36 New Belgium Brewing - Fort Collins
37 Oasis Brewing Company - Denver
38 Odell Brewing Company - Fort Collins
39 Oskar Blues Brewery - Lyons and Longmont
40 Paonia United Brewing Company - Paonia
41 Paradox Beer Company - Divide
42 The Post Brewing Company - Lafayette
43 Seestock Brewery - Denver
44 Rails End Beer Company - Broomfield
45 Ska Brewing - Durango
46 South Park Brewing - Fairplay
47 Snowbank Brewing - Fort Collins
48 Three Barrel Brewing Co. - Del Norte
49 Tommyknocker Brewery - Idaho Springs
50 Upslope Brewing Company - Boulder
51 Walnut Brewery - Boulder
52 WestFax Brewing Company - Denver
53 Wibby Brewing - Longmont
54 Wiley Roots Brewing Company - Greeley
55 Wonderland Brewing - Broomfield
56 Wynkoop Brewing Company - Denver


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Who Won the Great American Beer Festival 2023 - FAQs

1. When and where is the Great American Beer Festival 2023?  

 The festival takes place from September 21 to September 23, 2023, in Denver, Colorado.

2. How can I buy tickets for the Great American Beer Festival?  

Tickets can be purchased exclusively through AXS.com or the AXS mobile app.

3. What is the cost of General GABF Session Tickets?  

General GABF Session Tickets are priced at $95 per session, with a discounted rate of $85 for American Homebrewers Association or Brewers Association members.

4. What does the VIP Experience: PAIRED + GABF ticket include?  

 The VIP Experience ticket costs $199 per session and grants access to both the PAIRED event and the main GABF festival session.

5. Is there a limit on how many tickets I can purchase for a session?  

Yes, there is a limit of 16 tickets per session, and this limit includes Designated Driver tickets.

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