Only for real beer lovers! The 11th Croatian homebrew championship and beer festival will start soon

The summer days are slowly approaching, and with it the growing thirst that is often quenched throughout the Adriatic region and the Balkans with excellent cold beer. And of course, when that beer comes from the home joys of one of the best brewers, it certainly can’t get any better.

One interesting event that not only allows you to try various beers but also participate in the selection of the best homebrew beer, is happening on Saturday, June 1, 2024, in Zagreb.

Croatian homebrew championship, Photo: Pivari Grada Zagreba

The 11th Croatian homebrew championship is being organized by the association Pivari Grada Zagreba, which will present over 80 different beers on the premises of the Zmajska Pivovara with the largest edition so far. But what’s interesting is that if you are a home brewer, then you too can register for the championship, or, if you have completed the BJCP beer judge school, you can also take part in deciding for the best brewer!

Those who wish to do so can also donate a keg, which guarantees you a free entrance to the festival.

Croatian homebrew championship, Photo: Pivari Grada Zagreba

In addition to tasting beer in unlimited quantities, the BBQ Hot Yard will prepare top-quality, fine, and spicy barbecue for all visitors (food is not included in the ticket price). There is also Dr. Pigley who will give out a bag of cracklings to all visitors, which can then be purchased at promotional prices.

The DJ is responsible for the great atmosphere, and the organizers have made sure that the program is filled with beer games, such as a beer-drinking competition and a beer quiz organized by Šankatak. 

Croatian homebrew championship, Photo: Pivari Grada Zagreba

The highlight of the festival, which brewers, competitors, judges, and all other visitors can’t wait for,  due to the tone and tense atmosphere, is the award ceremony of the Croatian homebrew championship and the announcement of the Best of Show (BOS) beer, during which some of biggest names in Croatian, as well as regional and European brewing, will participate in.

Croatian homebrew championship, Photo: Pivari Grada Zagreba

The ticket for the Croatian Homebrew Championship festival costs €20 if you buy it in advance, after which it will cost €25, so get your ticket as soon as possible!

The price includes a tasting glass and bracelet which enables unlimited consumption of all offered beers at the festival. For all other details about the festival and the competition, visit their website here.