QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) — The race to find the best craft beer in Queens has concluded!
Hosted by the Queens Chamber of Commerce, Queens’ Best Craft Beer is the 14th installment in the local food and beverage contest, where locals can nominate and vote for their favorite establishments in specific categories.
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To date, contests have been held to determine the borough’s best pizza, burgers, bakeries, and more.
The Queens’ Best Craft Beer competition, launched on National Beer Day, has wrapped up, with Bridge and Tunnel Brewery in Ridgewood coming away with the crown.
Placing second and third were Evil Twin Brewing NYC in Ridgewood and Fifth Hammer Brewing Company in Long Island City.
“This competition showcased the incredible talent, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit that define Queens’ craft beer scene. From crisp lagers and hop-forward IPAs to innovative small-batch brews, the nominees reflected the diversity and quality that make Queens a destination for beer lovers. We’re proud to celebrate a local business like Bridge and Tunnel Brewery that continues to bring people together through great beer and community,” said Tom Grech, President and CEO of the Queens Chamber of Commerce.
Bridge and Tunnel Brewery was awarded a plaque and a complimentary year of membership to the Queens Chamber of Commerce.
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