Round Corner Brewing has been awarded the International Keg Ale Trophy at the International Brewing & Cider Awards for its core range beer, Drovers Hazy Session IPA.
Round Corner head brewer, Lara Lopes, with the haul of International Brewing Awards medals
The brewery was crowned one of 13 trophy winners at a ceremony at the Guildhall, in London. The beers had been judged in Manchester in March. Drovers is a crisp and juicy thirst-quencher, generously dry-hopped with Citra, Mosaic, and Simcoe.
Earlier in the year, at the awards judging, 115 gold, silver, and bronze medal winners were announced. Round Corner Brewing came away with five medals, for Drovers hazy session IPA, Frisby lager, Social Club nitro stout, and Underwater Song, a Baltic porter.
At the Guildhall this week, these medals were given out, with both of Round Corner Brewing co-founders, Combie Cryan and Colin Paige in attendance, alongside the award-winning brewing team.
“We’re beyond proud of our performance at this year’s International Brewing Awards, where we won five medals and the esteemed International Keg Ale Trophy for our core range Drovers Hazy Session IPA,” said head brewer, Lara Lopes.
“The International Brewing Awards is the world’s most venerable international beer competition, setting a high standard for excellence in brewing, making this recognition all the more significant for us.
Lara with the other trophy winners at the Guildhall presentation
“It’s a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion that our team at Round Corner Brewing brings to each brew. Being acknowledged at this prestigious event reaffirms our commitment to crafting exceptional beers, and we are very grateful for this recognition.”
Brewery co-founder and chief executive, Combie Cryan, said: “What an amazing achievement for the brewery to come away with a trophy as the world’s best keg ale for Drovers hazy session IPA.
“As a team we adore Drovers, and we know our customers are huge supporters of this beer. However, when you’re awarded something as prestigious as this trophy and beating worldwide competition, that is truly incredible.
“We’re going to celebrate this achievement with our incredible team and also celebrate this beer with all our stockists and adoring customers!”
