Prove your mastery of real ale and cask-aged beer! Showcase your creativity and technical skill with one of brewing's most traditional and respected formats. Whether you're honoring European tradition or giving it a modern twist, we want to taste what Virginia's best brewers are capable of.

Virginia Craft Brewers Guild members are invited to compete in The Best Firkin Beer in VA™ Real Ale Competition on Monday, August 11, at the Farm Bureau Center in Doswell. You must be a registered guest of the Virginia Craft Beer Summit & Gala to participate in this competition. 

Entries must be delivered to the venue by 10 AM on Monday, August 11. We will request instructions for how to store and prepare your entry.