Budapest – The 5th Central European Brewers Conference (CEBC) took place in Budapest from January 29 to 31, 2025, drawing over 130 brewers, industry professionals, and experts from around the globe. The event provided a dynamic platform for learning, networking, and collaboration, offering valuable insights and opportunities for brewers looking to expand their businesses.
A highlight of the conference was the participation of 35 breweries, which showcased a diverse range of exceptional craft beers from Central Europe and beyond. In addition, 13 exhibitors and sponsors contributed to supporting the growth of the craft beer industry.
This year’s CEBC offered an invaluable chance for brewers to stay updated on market trends and exchange ideas with peers from across Europe and other regions. Attendees participated in insightful seminars and discussions, leaving with a wealth of information designed to help elevate their businesses.
A key feature of the conference was the King of Craft competition, which this year introduced a dedicated non-alcoholic beer category. This addition reflected the rising consumer demand for alcohol-free craft beer and underscored the industry’s innovative response to evolving preferences.
The competition featured 56 entries from 22 countries, including Croatia, Hungary, Germany, Austria, the USA, the UK, and Belgium. Sixteen judges from 12 countries, including Chile, Canada, and Finland, evaluated the beers, recognizing excellence across a range of categories.
The CEBC also featured a robust seminar program with prominent figures such as Evan Rail, a New York Times journalist specializing in Central European craft beer, and Joe Stange, Executive Editor of Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine. Other notable speakers included Lena Molnar from PwC, Tim Zydek from To Øl Denmark, Steffen Laakmann from Brlo Berlin, and Cayle Lackten from Untappd, among others. The seminars fostered lively discussions and offered valuable industry insights.
The conference concluded with a Master Class and a collaborative brewing project between Denmark’s To Øl Brewery and Budapest’s Monyo Brewery. The collaboration, supported by Nomoq cans, Lallemand yeast, and Weyermann malt, showcased the strength of international partnerships in the craft beer community.
The CEBC 2025 reaffirmed its role as a major event in the craft beer industry, bringing together brewers from diverse backgrounds and fostering collaboration and innovation across the sector.
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