Best Beer Style Types in the World
Belgian-style tripel is an approachable and easy-drinking beer style with high carbonation and complex flavors. They traditionally have high alcohol content, falling between a 7 to 10% ABV range, and are often classified as very strong ales.
These yellow-golden beers typically have a distinctive spicy, fruity, and subtly sweet malt character. Their yeast character varies, but it often includes banana or clove-like aromas. First tripels were produced as abbey beers, while the Westmalle Tripel is widely considered as the prototype.
Dubbel is a rich and well-balanced Trappist beer that originated in Belgium and whose modern version is often associated with Henrik Verlinden who created the prototype at Westmalle brewery in 1926. This version was named Dubbel Bruin, and soon after its invention, the style was copied in many Belgian breweries.
Unlike other brown beers, typical Belgian dubbel will get its flavor from candi sugar—a thick and dark caramelized syrup that is added to the wort. These beers typically range from amber to copper, and they will usually have complex aromas and flavors reminiscent of toffee, raisins, malt, and dark fruit.
THE BEST Dubbel Ales

Weissbier is a classic Bavarian wheat ale that is top-fermented and characterized by its mousse-like foam and cloudy appearance—which is a result of a large proportion of wheat and a small amount of barley malt used in its production.
German weissbier has to be made with at least 50% malted wheat, but most producers use more than the minimum. These beers are fermented with yeast strains that provide typical clove, banana, smoke, and occasionally even bubble gum aroma. Weissbiers are typically malty and subtly bitter, and though they are traditionally fermented in the bottle, this practice has become rare.
THE BEST Weissbier Ales


Lambic is a traditional beer style that has its roots in Brussels and the region of Pajottenland. This style must be made with a minimum of 30% wheat, and the wort is always spontaneously fermented with local and naturally occurring wild yeasts.
Because of different local microorganisms, these beers always have a unique and frequently unpredictable character. Due to its wild nature, many batches of lambic are sometimes blended, a style known as gueuze or geuze, to produce a more palatable version.
VARIATIONS OF Lambic
THE BEST Lambic Ales
Chodské pivo has been produced in the historic Chodsko region (Plzeň) since the 12th century. It is made from locally sourced water with low mineral content, hops, malt, and yeast. Only Žatecký poloraný červeňák, Sládek, and Premiant hop varieties can be used in its production.
Due to the two-stage fermentation process, lengthy maturation, and the choice of specific raw materials, Chodské pivo is golden, rich, and malty, while its flavor is slightly bitter and strong. This beer is held in high regard, and it was even supplied to the royal courts of Prague and Bavaria.
Helles is a German-style lager that first appeared in Munich in 1894. It was a Bavarian answer to light Czech pilsner. Although Bavaria heavily relied on strong and dark lagers, the popularity of crisp and golden pilsner beers influenced Bavarian brewers to start producing a similar style.
Traditional Helles is typically more malt-forward and has a firmer body than pilsner and other lager styles, but still remains soft and medium-bodied. It is clean, easy-drinking, refined, fresh, and dry, with light hop bitterness and subtle malt sweetness.
THE BEST Helles Lagers


Belgian blond ale is a beer style with vague boundaries that probably emerged as a response to popular European pilsners. The examples of the style are typically golden-colored and medium-bodied with moderate strength that varies between 6 to 7.5% ABV.
They usually have a subtly sweet malt character accompanied by hop aromas and flavors that are generally light, earthy, and spicy. Their yeast character is soft, often having fruity-ester qualities. With a dry finish and tendency for higher carbonation, they attain a somewhat creamy mouthfeel.
THE BEST Belgian blond ale Ales

Pilsner is a beer style that originated in Pilsen (Plzeň), a city in western Bohemia. It was first brewed in 1842, making it one of the youngest beer styles to appear in modern brewing. The style originated when the citizens of Pilsen, who grew unhappy with the quality of the beer, decided to build Bürger Brauerei (Citizens’ Brewery), which would later become Pilsner Urquell.
They eventually brought a Bavarian brewmaster Josef Groll—who went to create the first pilsner brew. Although the initial idea was to create a Bavarian-style lager, the use of Czech ingredients influenced the emergence of a new style. The original pilsner, which was one of the first versions of a clear, light-colored beer, was made with light malted barley from Moravia and Saaz hops.
VARIATIONS OF Pilsner
THE BEST Pilsner Lagers
Imperial stout is a strong and opaque dark beer that was first brewed in London, but which is mostly associated with Russia, Baltic countries, and recently with the United States. Modern imperial stouts will typically range from deep red to dark brown.
They are full-bodied, rich, complex, and intense with typical flavors of roasted malt, dark and dried fruit, chocolate, and coffee. Most varieties will be high in alcohol, typically between 8 to 12% ABV, and they will mostly be high in hops and bitter hop flavors.
THE BEST Imperial stout Ales

Witbier is a traditional wheat beer style that has ancient origins, but which was only revived in the 1960s by Pierre Celis from Hoegaarden. This beer is usually brewed with unmalted wheat, and it is traditionally unfiltered. Most varieties are spiced with coriander and citrus zest, typically orange peel, though the addition of other spice blends and aromatics is not uncommon.
The beers are usually pale, cloudy, smooth, refreshing, clean, and crisp. They have typical malt sweetness and a little to none hop character. The aromas include a layered combination of herbs, spices, and subtle fruity nuances. Witbier pairs well with salads, seafood, egg-based dishes, dry pastries, citrus-based desserts, and sheep or goat cheese.
Best Beer Style Producers in the World
Schlossbrauerei Autenried is a Bavarian brewery located in the Swabia region, near the town of Günzburg in Germany. The brewery is housed in the historic Autenried Castle, which dates back to the 18th century, and the beer it produces has a long tradition.
The brewery specializes in crafting high-quality traditional German beers, relying on brewing methods that have been in use for centuries. Schlossbrauerei Autenried produces a variety of beers, including lagers, pale ales, and other Bavarian specialties, often using local ingredients and specific fermentation techniques.
AWARDS

European Beer Star - Gold
2022, 2021, 2020
BEST Schlossbrauerei Autenried Beers (Styles and Brands)
Familienbrauerei Bauhöfer (Bauhöfer Family Brewery) is a traditional German brewery located in Renchen-Ulm, in the Ortenau region of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Established in 1852, it has a long history of producing high-quality beers, combining age-old brewing traditions with modern techniques.
The brewery is family-owned and operated, maintaining its strong roots in local craftsmanship and community values.
AWARDS

European Beer Star - Gold
2022, 2021
BEST Familienbrauerei Bauhöfer Beers (Styles and Brands)
AWARDS

Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold
2024, 2021

Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2024
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AWARDS

Frankfurt International Trophy - Grand Gold
2024, 2023, 2022

Concours International de Lyon - Gold
2024
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Cannonball Creek Brewing Company is a craft brewery located in Golden, Colorado. Founded by a group of passionate beer lovers, Cannonball Creek has gained a reputation for producing high-quality, innovative beers that appeal to a wide range of craft beer enthusiasts.
The brewery focuses on creating flavorful beers with an emphasis on hop-forward styles, while also exploring various other beer styles to cater to different tastes.
AWARDS

Great American Beer Festival - Gold
2023, 2021, 2020

World Beer Cup - Gold
2022, 2018
BEST Cannonball Creek Brewing Beers (Styles and Brands)
The Good Society Brewery & Public House, located in West Seattle, is a craft brewery with a mission that extends beyond producing quality beer. Established in 2020, they aim to combine excellent brewing with community-driven efforts. Their focus is on sustainability, social impact, and fostering local connections.
The brewery offers a diverse range of beers, including award-winning options like their "First to Fall Grisette," which has garnered accolades from prestigious competitions such as the Great American Beer Festival and the Washington Beer Awards. Additionally, their "Love is Love Vienna Lager" and other brews have also been recognized for their quality and craftsmanship.
AWARDS

World Beer Cup - Gold
2023

Great American Beer Festival - Gold
2021, 2020
BEST The Good Society Beers (Styles and Brands)
AWARDS

World Beer Cup - Gold
2024

Great American Beer Festival - Gold
2022, 2020
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AWARDS

World Beer Cup - Gold
2023, 2022, 2016

Great American Beer Festival - Gold
2021
BEST Morgan Territory Brewing Beers (Styles and Brands)
AWARDS

World Beer Cup - Gold
2023, 2022

Great American Beer Festival - Gold
2022
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Brink Brewing is an independent craft brewery located in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, renowned for its community-focused vibe and award-winning beers. Established in 2017, it is situated in the heart of the College Hill neighborhood at 5905 Hamilton Ave.
The brewery serves as a welcoming gathering place for beer enthusiasts in a cozy and friendly atmosphere.
AWARDS

Great American Beer Festival - Gold
2023, 2021, 2020

U.S. Open Beer Championship - Gold
2022, 2021
BEST Brink Brewing Beers (Styles and Brands)
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