Anderson Craft Ales: London’s Cream Ale Crowned Best in the World 🌍🍺

London, Ontario is officially on the global beer map! Anderson Craft Ales, situated on Elias Street, has snagged the top prize in the World Beer Awards for its Cream Ale. Talk about a local hero! 🙌

The beer world took notice when Anderson's Cream Ale grabbed gold in Canada and then clinched the title of the best in its category at the esteemed World Beer Festival in Norwich, England. This competition isn't child's play, featuring 10 rigorous categories, and our hometown brew emerged as the champ in the pale beers category. 🏅

You might be wondering what makes this Cream Ale so special. According to Gavin Anderson, the brewery’s owner, it’s not just another generic beer. It’s got character, flavor, and is super easy to drink. 'It hits that sweet spot,' he says, making it the kind of beer you’ll keep reaching for. 🍻

This isn’t the first accolade for Anderson Craft Ales. Aside from its recent world title, this Cream Ale has also won five Canadian brewing awards and a silver at the U.S. Open Beer Championship. Clearly, they’ve mastered the art of brewing! 🎉

Scott Simmons, president of the Ontario Craft Brewers Association, echoed the sentiment. He emphasized the dedication and passion Gavin and his team bring to creating these top-tier craft beers. High praise but totally deserved!

Anderson Craft Ales isn’t just about the Cream Ale. They brew four core beers including an IPA, a gold lager, and an amber. Seasonal offerings like a summer pilsner and a fall marzen ensure there's always something new to try.

The brewery’s journey began in 2016 and they’ve been racking up awards since 2018. With over a dozen national, provincial, and international awards, Anderson Craft Ales have become a staple in London’s beer scene. They even brew a quirky strawberry sour!

Producing around 450,000 cans of Cream Ale annually and a total of 1.5 million cans for all its beers, Anderson Craft Ales means serious business. You can find their brews all over Ontario, but Southwestern Ontario is where they really shine.

The World Beer Awards aren't just about Cream Ales. Other Canadian winners included a Belgian-style blonde from Unibroue in Chambly, Quebec, and a bitter from Les Voix Maltée in the Saguenay region. There's clearly something brewing up North that’s catching the world's attention! 🍁

So next time you're out and about in London, ON, and fancy a real treat, make sure to grab an Anderson Craft Ales brew. Supporting local has never tasted this good!