Homebrew Competition 2025 – WEST COAST IPA EDITION

The time has come: the scent of malt, hops, and ambition fills the air once again! Cannibale Royale proudly launches the 5th edition of its annual Homebrew Competition, a fiery tribute to the creative brewers at the stove or in the shed. Whether you’re a seasoned hophead or a curious newcomer to the world of homebrewing, this is your chance to put your own beer on the map: literally and figuratively.

For five years now, Cannibale Royale has shone the spotlight on the passion and craftsmanship of hobby brewers from across the country. Each year, we discover new flavors, styles, and stories, celebrating them bigger than ever.

How does it work?

Every home brewer in the Netherlands is welcome to participate. Submit your creation, and you might be selected for tasting by a professional jury consisting of beer experts, chefs, and flavor enthusiasts. The best brews will advance to the grand finale in October – a day filled with flavor explosions, good vibes, and raw competition.

Theme for 2025: West Coast IPA.

Crisp Powerful. Hop-forward. The West Coast IPA is the style where character counts. A West Coast IPA is clean, clear, bitter, and aromatic. It’s a style where technique matters and balance is crucial. Perfect for home brewers looking to showcase their mastery of hops. Plus, there’s ample room for your unique twist. Show that you’re not just a brewer but a flavor architect. Consider how your beer can pair with a dish from our menu; beer pairings are what Cannibale Royale has been renowned for over 10 years.

What can you win?

The grand prize is no joke. The winner will collaborate with our friends at TwoChefs Brewing to brew their beer on a professional scale: 2500 liters of magnificent beer, to be served in all Cannibale Royale restaurants. From Amsterdam to Rotterdam – your name will soon be on tap. Additionally, you’ll earn eternal bragging rights and a stage every brewer dreams of.
There’s also a People’s Choice Award, to be announced on the day itself, so bring as many fans as possible or make them there.

Why participate?

Because you’re not an ordinary brewer. Because you have courage, taste, and a story to tell. Because you believe your beer deserves a place among the greats – not in the cellar but on the table, in the glass, in the spotlight. And because at Cannibale Royale, it’s all about pure passion, independent creativity, and that unmistakable love for good food and good beer.

Important:
The competition is exclusively for home brewers (no commercial breweries).
Submissions are open from June 13 to August 31, with the finale on November 9th, 2025.
Brew enough beer, at least 30 bottles or cans!

So, are you ready to brew? Join us, let your beer be tasted by the best, and who knows, soon you might be tapping your own creation at Cannibale Royale.

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