Seattle, WA – Reuben’s Brews proudly names Alex Kuyper as the 2018 Hop Idol Homebrew Contest champion for his standout “Dwayne IPA.” Selected from 116 entries, this hazy Northeast-style IPA impressed with its fruit-forward aroma, featuring sage, floral, and jasmine notes, complemented by a juicy body and balanced bitterness.
Contest Highlights
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Winner: Alex Kuyper with “Dwayne IPA”
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Second Place: Tim Mattran with “Opposite Saisons”
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Third Place: Alex Kuyper with “Carl Double IPA”
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Total Entries: 116 from Washington, Oregon, Alabama, Wisconsin, and beyond
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Judging: Conducted by a panel of BJCP-certified judges, Reuben’s team, wholesale customers, and distributor representatives, adhering to BJCP style guidelines for hoppy beers
Dwayne IPA Production and Distribution
The winning “Dwayne IPA” will be brewed at Reuben’s Brews’ Ballard brewery in Seattle alongside Alex Kuyper. It will be available on tap at the Reuben’s taproom and in bottles across the Pacific Northwest starting in May 2018. The beer will also compete in the Washington Beer Awards Pro-Am and the Great American Beer Festival.
About Hop Idol
Hop Idol is a BJCP-certified homebrew competition focused on hop-forward beer styles. Entries are blind-tasted and scored to ensure fairness and quality. Reuben’s Brews celebrates the creativity and dedication of homebrewers through this annual event, inspired by co-founder Adam Robbings’ own homebrewing roots.
Quote from Reuben’s Brews
“Alex’s beer stood out in a highly competitive field of exceptional homebrews,” said Adam Robbings, co-founder and brewmaster. “We’re excited to brew Dwayne IPA with him and share it with craft beer fans across the Northwest.”
Contact:
Reuben’s Brews
5010 14th Ave NW, Seattle, WA
Website: www.reubensbrews.com
Social: @reubensbrews on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
About Reuben’s Brews
Nestled in Seattle’s vibrant Ballard neighborhood, Reuben’s Brews is a family-run gem that’s been pouring passion into every pint since 2012. Founded by Adam and Grace Robbings after the birth of their son Reuben, this award-winning brewery crafts a dazzling array of beers, from hazy IPAs to robust stouts, earning accolades at the Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup. Known for its Hop Idol Homebrew Contest, Reuben’s celebrates creativity and community, inviting craft beer lovers to sip their innovative brews at the lively taproom (5010 14th Ave NW, open daily) or across the Pacific Northwest. Follow the fun on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook (@reubensbrews) and dive into their story at www.reubensbrews.com!