Ignacio Curto

Buenos Aires, Argentinien

Wie sind Sie in die Bierbranche gekommen? Warum ist Bier für Sie wichtig?

Ich habe 2006 mit dem Heimbrauen begonnen und 2013 mit einigen Freunden ein kommerzielles Projekt gestartet, damit wir die Biere trinken können, die wir wollen. Ich habe meinen Job als Luftfahrtingenieur in der Forschung und Entwicklung aufgegeben, um zu arbeiten und vom Bier zu leben (oder es zumindest zu versuchen, hehe).

Warum richten Sie beim World Beer Cup? Was bedeutet das Richten beim World Beer Cup für Sie?

Es ist ein großes Vergnügen, Biere zu beurteilen und Erfahrungen und Wissen mit Menschen aus der ganzen Welt zu teilen. Jedes Mal, wenn ich dank des Bieres reise, fühle ich mich in vielerlei Hinsicht belohnt: Freundschaft, Vergnügen, neue Ideen, Wissen. Der World Beer Cup ist wahrscheinlich die beste Gelegenheit, all dies zu erleben.

Matt Reich

Virginia, United States

Wie sind Sie in die Bierbranche gekommen? Warum ist Bier für Sie wichtig?

I began homebrewing in the early 1990s, learning under the tutelage of “The Complete Joy of Homebrewing” by Charlie Papazian. After several years and an ever-growing home brewery, I decided to take the plunge into the world of professional brewing. I went to Germany, where I trained under a Bavarian brewmaster for the better part of a year. Upon my return to the U.S., I signed on as head brewer of a regional craft brewery for nearly a decade. I’ve since transitioned to a support role for a large macrobrewery and have been in that position for 15 years.

Throughout all my experiences in the brewing industry, one constant has remained: the camaraderie and unity among everyone. Beer is the common bond that has held us—and all of civilization—together throughout history, and I feel honored to be part of this community.

Warum richten Sie beim World Beer Cup? Was bedeutet das Richten beim World Beer Cup für Sie?

As one would expect, this level of respect and support is deeply embedded in the World Beer Cup judging community. Each year, we are exposed to new beers, experiences, and innovative ideas from diverse brewers who are constantly raising the bar for beer quality and styles. I’m proud to contribute to our family of beer advocates and brewers.

Markus Betz

Wien, Austria

Wie sind Sie in die Bierbranche gekommen? Warum ist Bier für Sie wichtig?

My love of beer led me into my profession 20 years ago! I enjoy my work every day because beer is the best drink in the world! Beer is so complex and brings people together.

Warum richten Sie beim World Beer Cup? Was bedeutet das Richten beim World Beer Cup für Sie?

Because the World Beer Cup is the Olympic Games of brewing! It is by far the best beer competition, incredibly well organized, and all the tasters are full professionals and fully committed!

The nice thing is that you always meet new people and you can have a great chat with them! I can only recommend every brewery to send their beers to the World Beer Cup.

Ben Edmunds

Oregon, United States

Wie sind Sie in die Bierbranche gekommen? Warum ist Bier für Sie wichtig?

My journey in beer began as an enthusiast of beer around the year 2000, initially as an extension of my interest in local food. Brewpubs in small towns around the East Coast seemed like hubs of local food and culture. I began homebrewing and really caught the craft beer bug when I moved to Colorado. Fast forward a few years: I decided to make a career out of my hobby, and I’ve been in the beer industry ever since.

To this day, I still am wowed by how broad and diverse beer is as a beverage. I view my profession as being part of a centuries-long tradition of craftsmanship, and the practice of brewing — of being a brewer — is at once humbling and satisfying. I find myself challenged to refine and improve my technical and creative skills again and again.

Warum richten Sie beim World Beer Cup? Was bedeutet das Richten beim World Beer Cup für Sie?

It’s difficult to imagine gathering a more talented and knowledgeable cohort of beer industry experts in a single place to taste and discuss beer. Getting to sit at the judge tables with my peers is an incredible privilege, and I know that engaging in those conversations makes me a better, more precise brewer.