Scottsdale, AZ – Cheers to Pinnacle Brewing Company! Their Novo 11° Czech Dark Lager just took home the coveted “USA Beer of the Year” title in the Czech Lager category at the 2025 USA Beer Ratings Competition in San Francisco.
This isn’t just any win—Novo 11° wowed a panel of beer pros who judged based on Quality, Value, and Packaging through blind tastings. They raved about its “dark golden brown hue, sweet nutty aroma, and layered notes of toasted barley, oat, and coffee with a clean, complex finish.” Sounds like a pint worth sipping!
But wait, there’s more! Pinnacle didn’t stop at one win—they bagged Gold Medals for four other brews:
Surveillance Pigeon – Cold Double IPA
Springtoberfest – Maibock
Druid, Where’s My Car? – English Extra Stout
Tori – Japanese Rice Lager
Brewmaster Wyatt Wilson, the genius behind these brews, shared his excitement: “We’re all about crafting classic beers with a modern twist, inspired by my time in Europe. Czech lagers are my jam—they’re the best beers out there. So, seeing Novo 11° get this love is just awesome.”
More about Pinnacle Brewing
Pinnacle Brewing Company, founded in 2018 in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a family-owned craft brewery that has quickly become a standout in the American beer scene. With a mission to reimagine classic beer styles, Pinnacle draws inspiration from European brewing traditions while infusing modern creativity, earning them the motto “Beer Reinspired.” Starting as a small operation, Pinnacle has grown steadily, building a loyal following for its authentic yet inventive brews that celebrate both heritage and bold new flavors.
At the helm is Brewmaster Wyatt Wilson, whose passion for Czech lagers and European brewing techniques shapes Pinnacle’s distinctive portfolio. Wyatt’s hands-on approach ensures each beer stays true to its roots while offering a contemporary twist, blending tradition with originality. Alongside their award-winning Novo 11°, Pinnacle’s lineup includes standout beers like Surveillance Pigeon (Cold Double IPA), Springtoberfest (Maibock), Druid, Where’s My Car? (English Extra Stout), and Tori (Japanese Rice Lager), all of which earned Gold Medals in 2025. From crisp lagers to robust stouts, Pinnacle’s beers reflect Wyatt’s vision of crafting approachable yet sophisticated brews that appeal to beer lovers everywhere.
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