When it comes to craft beer, Windsor, Ontario breweries are on the rise—and now they’ve got the hardware to prove it! The 2024 Ontario Brewing Awards celebrated the best of the best in craft beer, and Windsor-Essex breweries walked away with medals that would make any beer lover proud.
Whether you’re a casual sipper or a craft beer aficionado, here’s everything you need to know about these award-winning local brews.
🥇 Gold Medal Winners: Windsor, Ontario’s Finest
Lot 10 Brewing Company – Thirsty Soldier (British Bitter)
Lot 10 Brewing Company struck gold with their British Bitter, Thirsty Soldier, a perfectly balanced pint that’s bold yet approachable. It’s proof that Windsor, Ontario breweries know how to master timeless beer styles with local flair.
Cured Craft Brewing Co. – Die Bierleichen (German Wheat Beer)
Cured Craft Brewing Co. added another feather to their already decorated cap by earning a gold medal for their German Wheat Beer, Die Bierleichen (translation: “The Beer Corpses”—we promise, it’s lively and flavourful!).
This isn’t the first time Cured Craft Brewing has turned heads. They were crowned champions of the Masters of the Brewniverse competition, held at the WindsorEats Food Hall. Clearly, their brewing skills are no fluke—they’re a force to be reckoned with!
🥉 Bronze Medal Winner: Thrift Shop Stout by Lot 10 Brewing Company
Lot 10 Brewing Company doubled down on their success, taking home a bronze medal in the Dark British Beer category for their Thrift Shop Stout. With its rich, roasty notes and velvety texture, this stout is a must-try for anyone who loves dark beer with character.
🍺 Why Windsor, Ontario Breweries are a Craft Beer Hotspot
Windsor-Essex has quietly been building a reputation as a craft beer destination, and these wins at the 2024 Ontario Brewing Awards prove why. Local breweries like Lot 10 Brewing Company and Cured Craft Brewing Co. are combining classic techniques with innovative twists, creating brews that compete with the best in Ontario.
Looking to taste these award-winning beers? Visit these breweries and support Windsor, Ontario’s vibrant craft beer scene:
- Lot 10 Brewing Company (Amherstburg, Ontario)
- Cured Craft Brewing Co. (Leamington, Ontario)
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