Sydney, NSW – Sydney Brewery 

Sydney Brewery is proud to celebrate another successful year at the Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA) 2026, presented by Melbourne Royal, taking home an impressive medal haul across both beer and cider categories, highlighted by a standout Gold Medal for Sydney Cider Bat Currant.

Recognised globally as one of the brewing industry’s most prestigious annual competitions, the AIBA continues to showcase excellence in brewing and cider-making from producers around the world.

This year’s results reflect the continued passion, creativity and craftsmanship across Sydney Brewery’s growing portfolio, with medals awarded across classic styles, modern craft favourites and cider categories.

GOLD

🥇 Sydney Cider Bat Currant

SILVER

🥈 Dark Lager (Draught & Packaged)
🥈 Smooth Talker Porter
🥈 Pilsner
🥈 East Coast IPA
🥈 Mango Sour
🥈 Agave Ginger Cider

BRONZE

🥉 Lager (Draught & Packaged)
🥉 Pale Ale (Draught & Packaged)
🥉 Lumberjack Rye IPA
🥉 Zero Carb
🥉 Mid Strength
🥉 Blue Swimmer Summer Ale
🥉 The Orginal Sydney Cider
🥉 Lemon Twist Cider

Congratulations to our entire brewery and support teams across all Sydney Brewery venues and production sites, whose hard work and dedication continue to push the brand forward.

Pictured from left to right: Danielle McDonald (Brewer), Jenna Farrell (General Manager), Mitch Wright and Rory Thornton (Brewer).

We also congratulate all winners and participants at AIBA 2026 and remain committed to producing quality craft beer and cider while proudly remaining independent.

ALL KINDS of DIFFERENT.

Media Contact
Richard Feyn
Sydney Brewery Marketing
Email: richard@sydneybrewery.com