The London Brewers Alliance (LBA), founded in 2010, has grown from a small coalition of pioneering breweries to a vibrant collective of over 100 breweries within 10 years. Their mission is to promote and support the brewing industry in London by facilitating collaborations, providing educational opportunities, and advocating for our members' interests. Their regular members' meetings and beer festivals not only bring our members together but also create a platform for us to share knowledge, and ideas, and celebrate our collective achievements. 

Here is a Q&A with Gawain Cox - Chair of the Board at LBA where we ask him about the history and mission of the London Brewers Alliance, and how it is supporting the beer industry in London and beyond.

The London Brewers Alliance (LBA), founded in 2010, has grown from a small coalition of pioneering breweries to a vibrant collective of over 100 breweries within 10 years. Our mission is to promote and support the brewing industry in London by facilitating collaborations, providing educational opportunities, and advocating for our members' interests. Our regular members' meetings and beer festivals not only bring our members together but also create a platform for us to share knowledge, and ideas, and celebrate our collective achievements. One of the initiatives I am particularly proud of is our recently announced Mentorship Scheme, which will be launched later in 2023. 

This program aims to foster diversity and inclusion within the brewing industry. It's open to all staff of LBA member breweries, providing junior brewery staff with opportunities to learn from experienced professionals. We're specifically focusing on less-represented groups within the brewing industry, including women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals, but all are welcome to join. - says Gawain Cox.

London Brewers Alliance and London Beer Competition Special Discount

London Beer Competition supports London Brewers Alliance's members by giving them a special discount. Explore London Brewers Alliance's role in UK beer growth with Gawain Cox. 

Gawain Cox (left), New Chair at London Brewers Alliance (LBA), and Sid Patel (middle), CEO of Beverage Trade Network and London Beer Competition.

Members of the London Brewers Alliance (LBA) can use the discounted link here to enter the London Beer Competition. There will be a 10% discount applied further to the early deadline at the checkout.

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The Early Bird registration fee of £120 per entry is available until November 30, 2024. Beyond saving on fees, early entrants position themselves for maximum visibility leading up to the competition's judging in March 2025.

By participating in the London Beer Competition, breweries not only gain recognition but also unlock a world of commercial opportunities. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your brand and stand out in the global beer market. Discounted entry link here. 

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Members of the London Brewers Alliance (LBA) can use the discounted link here to enter the London Beer Competition. There will be a 10% discount applied further to the early deadline at the checkout.

Key Dates:

Early Bird Ends - 30 November 2024 (Save £20 per entry)
Registration Ends - 28 February 2025
Warehouse Closes: 07 March 2025
Judging Date: 24 March 2025
Winners Announcement: 22 April 2025

Fee Schedule:

£120 Early Bird - Now to 30 November 2024 (Save £20 per entry)
£140 Regular - 1 December 2024 to 28 February 2025

Quantity Discount Now Available

4 to 9 entries: 10% discount
10 to 14 entries: 15% discount
15 or more entries: 20% discount

Members of the London Brewers Alliance (LBA) can use the discounted link here to enter into the London Beer Competition. 

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