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Craft Malt Beer

Special · Fruit, Spice, and Specialty · 132 Entrants in 2026

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Style Definition

One-time 2026 category for beers showcasing craft malt.

Special categories are judged on an added ingredient, a process, or a nonstandard base, not on one classic style. Source: GABF 2026 competition update (approximate) Listed there as Craft Malt.

Entrants by Year

132 entries in 2026. A trend needs a second year with entry counts in view.

Medalists by Year

2026 · Category 104 · 132 Entrants

2026 · Category 104 · 132 Entrants. Select a column header to sort.
Hops
GoldJacob Mack Mild Ale5.4%20Not FoundDostal Alley Brewpub & CasinoCentral City, CO
SilverTwo Track ESB5.2%33Not FoundFree State Brewing Co.Lawrence, KS
BronzeAdmiral Chiperton Sausageton IIINot FoundNot FoundNot FoundHop Dogma Brewing Co.Half Moon Bay, CA

2026 Medal Beers

Gold in Craft Malt Beer

Jacob Mack Mild Ale

Dostal Alley Brewpub & Casino, Central City, CO

Category
Craft Malt Beer
Entries
132
ABV
5.4%
IBU
20
Style
Mild Ale
Malts
Root Shoot Malting craft malt
Yeast
Not Found
Adjuncts
Not Found

Hops

Not Found

Tasting Notes

Our mild brown ale is a smooth and sessionable beer that showcases the delicate flavors of roasted malt

Source: dostalalley.com

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Silver in Craft Malt Beer

Two Track ESB

Free State Brewing Co., Lawrence, KS

Category
Craft Malt Beer
Entries
132
ABV
5.2%
IBU
33
Style
ESB
Malts
Not Found
Yeast
Not Found
Adjuncts
Not Found

Hops

Not Found

From the Brewery's Description

Come back Friday for lunch and our GABF Silver Medal winning Two Track ESB!

Source: freestatebrewing.com

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Bronze in Craft Malt Beer

Admiral Chiperton Sausageton III

Hop Dogma Brewing Co., Half Moon Bay, CA

Category
Craft Malt Beer
Entries
132
ABV
Not Found
IBU
Not Found
Style
Craft Malt Beer
Malts
Not Found
Yeast
Not Found
Adjuncts
Not Found

Hops

Not Found

Not Found

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