Melbourne, AU
General Information
Judging – Week of July 17, 2026
Top Beer Buyers will be judging the entries in a blind taste test by its category and price.
Buyers include Importers, Distributors, Retailers, Beer Cicerones and more.. Your beers, ciders and hard seltzers do not need to be sold in Australia to be in the competition.
Blind Judging – Fairness and unbiased blind judging ensures that every entry is evaluated solely on its quality, offering a level playing field for all participants.
Expert Panel – We’re the only International Competition of it’s kind where all the judges are real trade buyers who are judging by the category and actual price.
Visibility with Buyers – Gain unparalleled exposure to discerning buyers in this prestigious platform for showcasing your exquisite creations to an audience eager for the best in quality.
Entry Fees
Per Entry Fee – $100.00 AUD (thru July 3, 2026)
Per Entry Fee – $115.00 AUD (July 4-10, 2026)
Per Entry Fee – $125.00 AUD (July 11-17, 2026)
Liquor Logistics Pty Ltd.
C/O Melbourne International Beer Competition
Unit 1, 365 Plummer Street
Port Melbourne, Victoria 3207
Award levels are Double Gold, Gold, Silver, and Bronze.
– Double Gold: Phenomenal Product (Must Be Unanimous Decision by Panelists)
– Gold: Buyers “Love” It
– Silver: Buyers “Like” It
– Bronze: Buyers would purchase it
Double Gold award winners will be re-tasted by all panelists to establish which brands may be eligible to receive a ‘Best of Category’ endorsement in its pricing category.
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