One of the best things about the Craft Brewers Conference is seeing what our hosts create for the commemorative beer—an annual tradition that spotlights the collegial, fun-loving nature of our industry.
This year’s collaboration celebrates Indiana’s agricultural prowess (top 5 corn producing state!) with a nod to a particular Stephen King classic. Brewed with heirloom Edelweiss two-row barley and locally grown and malted Indiana corn from Sugar Creek Malt Co., Brewers of the Corn showcases sweet corn and biscuit malt character, it finishes dry with a touch of light oak from a quick spin in spent whiskey barrels. It clocks in at 5.5% ABV and 12 IBUs.
“We’re grateful to Dave Colt and his outstanding team at Sun King for hosting, making space for the production, and spearheading this project,” said Julia Whitson, executive director, Indiana Brewers Guild. “It was exciting to see so many members come out from the guild to assist in the brew day, spend time together, and celebrate CBC coming to Indy. The guild is celebrating our 25th anniversary this year and having CBC in town is a pretty great way to add to the festivities.”
Where To Pick Up Your Beer
Due to permitting restrictions at the convention center, your commemorative can of Brewers of the Corn will be available for pickup only at the following breweries in Indianapolis. (Good excuse to venture out and see the city!)
| Sun King Brewery | Upland Brewing – Fountain Square | St. Joseph | Metazoa Brewing | The Tap Mass Ave | |
| Sunday, April 27, 2025 |
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
1:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 |
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
11:00 am – 2:00 pm |
1:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
| Tuesday, April 29, 2025 |
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
11:00 am – 2:00 pm |
11:00 am – 2:00 pm |
1:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
| Wednesday, April 30, 2025 |
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
11:00 am – 2:00 pm |
11:00 am – 2:00 pm |
1:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
| Thursday, May 1, 2025 |
11:00 am – 6:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
11:00 am – 2:00 pm |
1:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
11:00 am – 11:00 pm |
If you want to try Brewers of the Corn while you’re in the convention center, we’ll be pouring it in various places throughout the venue, including at the Brewers Association booth (1675) during expo hours and the welcome reception at Lucas Oil Stadium on April 28.
Shout Out To…
Crowler Nation, JUNO, BSG, Lallemand, and Sugar Creek Malt for helping to bring the 2025 commemorative beer to life.