Toppling Goliath Wins Big at 2025 U.S. Open Beer Championship

Be the reason your community stays informed—give to local journalism now! DECORAH —Decorah's own Toppling Goliath Brewing Company once again proved its reputation for brewing world-class beer, earning five medals at the 2025 U.S. Open Beer Championship held in Oxford, Ohio. With over 8,000 entries from across the globe and more than 170 style categories, the competition is one of the most respected in the brewing world. Among the winning beers were fan favorites and innovative returns alike: Imperial IPA: Scorpius Morchella – Silver (brought back this year) Triple IPA: Seismic Sue – Bronze New England/Juicy DIPA: King Sue – Bronze Barrel-Aged Strong/Porter Extreme (12.5%+): Assassin – Gold Barrel-Aged Breakfast Stout: Kentucky Brunch Brand Stout – Gold Toppling Goliath has earned national acclaim in previous years—including a Grand Champion title in 2023—and this year's strong showing is just more evidence the brewery's place among the nation's top-tier beer producers. Toppling Goliath previously was named Grand National Champion in 2023 Toppling Goliath "We are extremely honored to have brought home five medals this year, which is one of the most respected beer competitions in the U.S.," said TG spokesperson Sam Lewey. "It means so much, because one of our missions is to brew world-class beer, and every single person is a part of that mission." That mission, Lewey said, is more than just a statement. "We display our medals and awards along the catwalk at the brewery. It's something [members of our team] walk past every day... reminding them that their hard work pays off." Toppling Goliath's medal-winning lineup includes signature beers like Kentucky Brunch and King Sue, as well as Scorpius Morchella, an Imperial IPA that returned to production this year and was quickly recognized for its excellence. The U.S. Open Beer Championship is unique in its inclusion of both professional breweries and award-winning homebrewers, judging entries from across the U.S. and abroad. A complete list of 2025 winners can be found at usopenbeer.com. For more on Toppling Goliath Brewing Company, visit tgbrews.com. Never a dull moment! Subscribe to the free DecorahNews.com newsletter and stay one step ahead with local news and information you just can't get anywhere else.