Ska Brewing’s flagship and most acclaimed beer, True Blonde Ale, has added another accolade to its storied legacy. The time-tested honey ale was recently crowned a Good Food Awards winner by the Good Food Foundation, following its earlier recognition as a finalist in the 15 Years of Good Food Awards.
True Blonde Ale stands among an elite group of 55 winners across 18 categories, celebrated for exceptional taste, masterful craftsmanship, and sustainable production. For 15 years, the Good Food Awards have honored food and beverage producers who excel in both flavor and ethical practices. This year, over 8,000 public votes helped select winners from past award recipients, spotlighting True Blonde Ale’s enduring appeal.
This crisp, medium-bodied blonde ale, brewed with honey from Durango’s own Honeyville, has been a cornerstone of American craft beer since Ska’s founding in 1995. Available nationwide through Ska’s distribution network and at the brewery’s Durango World Headquarters, it remains a fan favorite.
True Blonde Ale boasts an impressive resume, including five Great American Beer Festival wins, two World Beer Cup awards, and honors at the Colorado State Fair and L.A. International Beer Competition. This 2025 Good Food Awards win marks its second triumph in the competition, following a victory in 2019.
“True Blonde holds a special place for us—it was the first beer we brewed when we opened 30 years ago,” says Dave Thibodeau, President and Co-Founder of Ska Brewing. “Those first two kegs poured at what’s now the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. We’re incredibly proud that our original beer continues to earn such recognition.”
For media inquiries about Ska Brewing’s True Blonde Ale achievements, contact Emily Hutto at hutto@radcraftbeer.com.
About Ska Brewing
Born in 1995 with a punk rock ethos and a nod to ska music, Ska Brewing has been defying conventions and crafting bold, memorable beers ever since. From the crisp Mexican Logger to the defiant Modus Hoperandi IPA, Ska’s creations are as distinctive as their drinkers, embodying a rebellious spirit that resonates across the craft beer world.
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