https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/colorado-breweries-win-big-at-a-vastly-changed-great-american-beer-festivalContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/colorado-breweries-win-big-at-a-vastly-changed-great-american-beer-festivalhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/colorado-breweries-win-big-at-a-vastly-changed-great-american-beer-festival#u126827Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:38:36 +0000Colorado breweries took home a total of 34 to 41 medals at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival, with 27 breweries earning hardware. The festival had a new look and feel this year, having downsized and moved from its longtime location. Golden-based Cannonball Creek Brewing Co. won a second consecutive Brewery of the Year honor.Why it mattersThe Great American Beer Festival is an annual competition that recognizes the best breweries and beers in the US. This year's festival was notable for its changes in format and location. The competition awarded a total of 336 medals to breweries and c