Americans clean up in best beers in the world 2009 list

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In summary, the RateBeer Best competition is the largest in the world, with over 1.97 million reviews of 91,000 beers from 8700 brewers worldwide. The emphasis is on recent tastings and the winners include not only breweries, but also restaurants, bars, and bottle shops. RateBeer boasts the most experienced beer critics in the world, with three master tasters and over 2700 members with over 100 ratings each. The competition is independent and focuses on commercial samples rather than festival batches. The majority of top raters are from outside the United States, making RateBeer's beer database unmatched. And finally, it seems Cyrus may have been trying out for the job of best PF beer taster with his daily
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I thought Americans made watered down crap?

http://www.ratebeer.com/RateBeerBest/bestbeers_012009.asp


As it has been for the last 8 years, RateBeer Best was again the largest beer competition in the world -- over 1.97 million reviews of 91,000 beers from over 8700 brewers worldwide were tallied. A particular emphasis was placed on tastings from the last year's performance. Additionally, brewpubs, bottle shops, restaurants and bars around the world were awarded prizes. Cheers to all the winners and to everyone who keeps the magical world of craft beer growing!

* EXPERIENCED REVIEWERS
RateBeer is now home to the most experienced beer critics in the world with three master beer tasters having over 11,000 documented beer ratings. Additionally, over 2700 RateBeer members have over 100 ratings each.

* TRULY WORLDWIDE
90% of RateBeer's top 10 raters are from outside the United States. The depth and breadth of RateBeer's beer database is unsurpassed.

* INDEPENDENT
RateBeer Best is a beer competition unique in its independence -- it is unsupported by big brewers and distributors.

* REAL SAMPLES
Unlike other beer contests, the emphasis was largely placed on tasting commercial samples -- not special batches prepared for festivals. Additionally, most beers were not tasted in large flights, allowing a more reliable and accurate account of the beer.
 
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So these reviewers tried all of them?
 
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JasonRox said:
So these reviewers tried all of them?

Trying to figure out how to get that job, huh? :biggrin:

I think Cyrus was trying out for the job with his daily beer reviews.
 
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Moonbear said:
Trying to figure out how to get that job, huh? :biggrin:

I think Cyrus was trying out for the job with his daily beer reviews.
Exactly. Maybe he should be nominated for best PF beer taster. He'd have my vote.
 
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gravenewworld said:
I thought Americans made watered down crap?

There are a lot of micro breweries all of the country. Its the mass produced stuff that is primarily watered down crap. Or were you being facetious?
 

Related to Americans clean up in best beers in the world 2009 list

1. What is the significance of the "best beers in the world" list?

The "best beers in the world" list is a annual ranking of the top beers from around the world. It is compiled by a panel of experts and judges who taste and evaluate beers based on various criteria such as taste, aroma, and appearance. The list is highly regarded in the beer industry and is a way for breweries to gain recognition and prestige.

2. How did American beers perform on the 2009 "best beers in the world" list?

In 2009, American beers performed exceptionally well on the "best beers in the world" list. Out of the top 10 beers, 5 were from breweries in the United States. This is a significant achievement as the list typically features European beers, particularly those from Belgium and Germany.

3. What factors contribute to the success of American beers on the list?

The success of American beers on the "best beers in the world" list can be attributed to a number of factors. Firstly, the craft beer industry in the United States has been booming in recent years, leading to a wider variety of high-quality beers being produced. Additionally, American brewers are known for their innovation and willingness to experiment with new flavors and styles, which can set them apart from more traditional European breweries.

4. Which American breweries were featured on the 2009 "best beers in the world" list?

The 5 American breweries featured on the 2009 "best beers in the world" list were Three Floyds Brewing Co., Stone Brewing Co., Russian River Brewing Co., Avery Brewing Co., and Bell's Brewery. These breweries are known for consistently producing top-quality beers and have gained a strong following among beer enthusiasts.

5. Has the success of American beers on the list continued in recent years?

Yes, American beers have continued to perform well on the "best beers in the world" list in recent years. In fact, in 2019, 8 out of the top 10 beers were from American breweries. This further solidifies the United States as a major player in the global beer industry and shows the continued growth and innovation of American brewers.

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