Whether it’s movie stars, TV stars, sports stars, people love larger than life, successful characters. This also holds true for the niche interest known as the craft beer industry. Even before the current craft beer industry boom, there has been a handful of personalities in the industry that have made quite a name for themselves by getting their name and brand out there. Fast forward to today, and you will find that many people who love craft beer also feel a connection with the rockstars that make the beer, and feel closer to the product when they they know who has made it. This brings us to our current poll question, WHO’S THE BIGGEST CRAFT BEER CELEBRITY?
We’ve listed over 20 well known industry names, we’d like you to choose the top personality on that list. If you have another person in mind, you can write that person in below in the comment section. Poll ends October 1st, 2014 at 5PM. Have fun with this.
[…] He also grew a substantial social media following under the nickname Toro Islander — a nod to his residency at Toronado and Pacific Islander roots — and has been featured in various articles and rankings, including earning the No. 1 spot for the biggest craft beer celebrity in a 2014 nationwide survey from The Full Pint. […]
Ed Roberts, Total Wine and More Beer Guru. Ed talks the talk and walks the walk if craft beer. Always in the field visiting new breweries, giving new craft brands a shot and supporting beer in general with this major retailer. Ed puts more craft beer in front of consumers than anyone I can think if nationally. He gets my vote.
In my opinion brewery personalities forced to take a “leave of absense” from their own company should be excluded from this list. How rmeverything while Greg was gone Stone produced some great beers which he would of be never approved of. Stone producing a great saison, hell has frozen over.
This is a celebrity pole, based on who is the biggest, not who you like or thinks deserves it. American adjunct beer drinkers our number craft folks and they ONLY know that guy from Sam Adams. Get over it. He advertises his face and name nation wide. Enjoy the misleading results of your “him-know” pole. I know this guy and I read that guys stuff. Good for you dingus.
Charles Finkle has been a tireless crusader in exposing America to classic beer styles for the past 40 years. From founding Merchant du Vin in the 70s- thereby resurrecting Sam Smiths, getting Trappist beer stateside, designing their beautiful labels, etc- to establishing the Pike Brewery in Seattle 25 years ago. Most people in the industry are aware that under Charles visionary leadership, the Pike has been the career launch pad for more talented brewmasters in the craft beer scene than any other establishment. I don’t understand how he didn’t make the list.
This must be a San Diego based website. Nobody knows who Nate Soroko or Don’t Drink Beer is… Not that I wouldn’t like them if I didn’t know but come on. Jim Koch is the only guy who is ACTUALLY on beer commercials. He’s the biggest celebrity. Not that his beer is any good but that wasn’t the question.
I think the title is misleading. It might be better to say “Who’s The Biggest Craft Brewery Celebrity?”. With the exception of Charlie, there are tons of missing ‘celebrities’.
Examples
1. Sean Paxton, Homebrechef
2. Zane Lamprey, Drinking Made Easy
3. Fred Eckhardt, Preeminent Beer Writer, former Marine, & namesake inspiration for Hair of the Dog Fred
4. Don’t Drink Beer
5. Dick Cantwell, co-founder & head brewer Elysian, author twice over (subjects = Barleywine and Starting a Brewery), *also esteemed ‘gourdfather’ of pumpkin beers
6. Todd & Jason Alsrom, Beeradvocate.com
7. Joe Tucker, Ratebeer.com
8. Wil Wheaton, child star of films Stand By Me, Toy Soliders, television “Star Trek: The Next Generation” & celebrity homebrewer
THERE’S A SUPER RARRRR NOMINEE THAT HAS BEEN CLEARLY OMITTED. PLEASE RECTIFY THIS SITUATION ASAP AND GET THE MADDOX OF BEER ON THE LIST. AND REMEMBER, DON’T DRINK BEER!
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
Whether it’s movie stars, TV stars, sports stars, people love larger than life, successful characters. This also holds true for the niche interest known as the craft beer industry. Even before the current craft beer industry boom, there has been a handful of personalities in the industry that have made quite a name for themselves by getting their name and brand out there. Fast forward to today, and you will find that many people who love craft beer also feel a connection with the rockstars that make the beer, and feel closer to the product when they they know who has made it. This brings us to our current poll question, WHO’S THE BIGGEST CRAFT BEER CELEBRITY?
Obituary: Nate Soroko, San Diego craft beer icon, dies at 39 – Food and Beverage Reporter
June 26, 2021 @ 8:09 am
[…] He also grew a substantial social media following under the nickname Toro Islander — a nod to his residency at Toronado and Pacific Islander roots — and has been featured in various articles and rankings, including earning the No. 1 spot for the biggest craft beer celebrity in a 2014 nationwide survey from The Full Pint. […]
June 6, 2015 @ 11:02 pm
DANNER. Obvs.
June 6, 2015 @ 6:12 pm
Mike (Tasty) McDole of The Brewing Network
June 6, 2015 @ 2:40 pm
Chris Flenker from Toppling Goliath!
June 6, 2015 @ 2:36 pm
Ed Roberts, Total Wine and More Beer Guru. Ed talks the talk and walks the walk if craft beer. Always in the field visiting new breweries, giving new craft brands a shot and supporting beer in general with this major retailer. Ed puts more craft beer in front of consumers than anyone I can think if nationally. He gets my vote.
June 6, 2015 @ 2:10 pm
Ed Roberts is the Craft Beer Guy!
December 15, 2014 @ 11:19 am
No mention for BFL? I’m hurt…
September 23, 2014 @ 1:41 am
In my opinion brewery personalities forced to take a “leave of absense” from their own company should be excluded from this list. How rmeverything while Greg was gone Stone produced some great beers which he would of be never approved of. Stone producing a great saison, hell has frozen over.
September 22, 2014 @ 7:49 pm
So funny. The guy below doesn’t care who is the “craft brew celebrity” but comments on the poll. Guess who cares a little?
September 22, 2014 @ 7:16 pm
Of course it would be the founder of the United Brotherhood of Beer Drinkers. Duh. Hes the beer version of Jimmy Hoffa
September 17, 2014 @ 2:13 pm
I don’t see a “who cares?” option. Disappointing.
September 15, 2014 @ 3:01 pm
How about New Albion Brewing Co. founder Jack McAuliffe! First U.S. microbrewer!
September 15, 2014 @ 1:59 pm
John Rowling who puts on the biggest and best fest in Canada. The GCBF!
September 15, 2014 @ 1:56 pm
This is a celebrity pole, based on who is the biggest, not who you like or thinks deserves it. American adjunct beer drinkers our number craft folks and they ONLY know that guy from Sam Adams. Get over it. He advertises his face and name nation wide. Enjoy the misleading results of your “him-know” pole. I know this guy and I read that guys stuff. Good for you dingus.
September 15, 2014 @ 1:52 pm
BrewDad rocks! But vote for Bob at Hoppy Trails Beer News LLC.
September 15, 2014 @ 1:21 pm
Tony Magee and I don’t care who thinks what about it.
September 14, 2014 @ 12:57 am
Clearly, author Randy Mosher should be on the list. His work with 5 Rabbit and Berhoff, among many others, can’t be ignored.
September 13, 2014 @ 12:06 pm
Charles Finkle has been a tireless crusader in exposing America to classic beer styles for the past 40 years. From founding Merchant du Vin in the 70s- thereby resurrecting Sam Smiths, getting Trappist beer stateside, designing their beautiful labels, etc- to establishing the Pike Brewery in Seattle 25 years ago. Most people in the industry are aware that under Charles visionary leadership, the Pike has been the career launch pad for more talented brewmasters in the craft beer scene than any other establishment. I don’t understand how he didn’t make the list.
September 13, 2014 @ 9:05 am
What about BrewDad???
September 12, 2014 @ 1:07 pm
POLYNESIAN POWERHOUSE FTW!
September 12, 2014 @ 10:23 am
Geoi BACHOUA !!!!!!
September 12, 2014 @ 6:46 am
I’m from AZ and we all know who Nate Soroko is. He’s the man!
September 11, 2014 @ 8:44 pm
Danner
September 11, 2014 @ 8:34 pm
Hugh Sisson!!!
September 11, 2014 @ 7:45 pm
¡¡Let’s show some love for the Cory King, brewer/ginger at Side Project!!
September 11, 2014 @ 5:15 pm
Nate Soroko cries cantillon and pisses Nelson
September 11, 2014 @ 4:24 pm
Fritz Maytag, without him, these other guys wouldn’t have an industry.
September 11, 2014 @ 4:17 pm
DDB!!!1!@1!
September 11, 2014 @ 3:56 pm
Spanky, I am outside of San Diego, I definitely know who Nate Soroko is.
September 11, 2014 @ 2:41 pm
Nate Soroko (San Diego Craft Beer Icon) – > all the rest
September 11, 2014 @ 1:47 pm
This must be a San Diego based website. Nobody knows who Nate Soroko or Don’t Drink Beer is… Not that I wouldn’t like them if I didn’t know but come on. Jim Koch is the only guy who is ACTUALLY on beer commercials. He’s the biggest celebrity. Not that his beer is any good but that wasn’t the question.
September 11, 2014 @ 1:30 pm
Nate Soroko
September 11, 2014 @ 1:15 pm
The fact that Meg Gill is above the likes of Vinnie, Jim and Greg Koch, is such a joke.
September 11, 2014 @ 11:22 am
Fritz Maytag.
September 11, 2014 @ 9:44 am
Who is Nate Soroko? You can’t be a celeb if no-one outside of San Diego knows who you are.
September 11, 2014 @ 9:02 am
I think the title is misleading. It might be better to say “Who’s The Biggest Craft Brewery Celebrity?”. With the exception of Charlie, there are tons of missing ‘celebrities’.
Examples
1. Sean Paxton, Homebrechef
2. Zane Lamprey, Drinking Made Easy
3. Fred Eckhardt, Preeminent Beer Writer, former Marine, & namesake inspiration for Hair of the Dog Fred
4. Don’t Drink Beer
5. Dick Cantwell, co-founder & head brewer Elysian, author twice over (subjects = Barleywine and Starting a Brewery), *also esteemed ‘gourdfather’ of pumpkin beers
6. Todd & Jason Alsrom, Beeradvocate.com
7. Joe Tucker, Ratebeer.com
8. Wil Wheaton, child star of films Stand By Me, Toy Soliders, television “Star Trek: The Next Generation” & celebrity homebrewer
Regards
September 11, 2014 @ 8:35 am
I cast my vote for An Mekong, Chief Beer Operator (CBO) at the Answer Brewpub and Mekong Restaurant!
September 11, 2014 @ 7:58 am
Adam Harbaugh
September 11, 2014 @ 7:40 am
Clearly its Subpeona Dueces of DDB Stop denying this pioneer!
(Alternate vote for Franny. She practically invented the beer festival selfie and with her own version of “blue steel” to boot! Lolololol.)
September 11, 2014 @ 6:12 am
Gotta be Charlie, Everyone is the beer world should know who he is. And many a homebrewer are in his debt.
September 11, 2014 @ 4:39 am
Don’t drank ber
September 11, 2014 @ 2:43 am
DDB!
September 10, 2014 @ 10:06 pm
I nominate @brianobnoxious as a craftbeer celebrity
September 10, 2014 @ 8:36 pm
Nate Soroko
September 10, 2014 @ 7:45 pm
Where the fuck is Tasty McDole?!?
September 10, 2014 @ 7:27 pm
Ferguson supports
Don’t drink beer
#handsupdontshoot
September 10, 2014 @ 7:18 pm
My bro. Duh. Samuel Evans. Ale Syndicate 4 lyfe
September 10, 2014 @ 5:32 pm
Big Nate Soroko!!!!
Wait I’m not on this list:(
September 10, 2014 @ 4:33 pm
Nate!!!
September 10, 2014 @ 4:28 pm
What about beer blogger Adam Jackson?
September 10, 2014 @ 3:35 pm
I nominate Dany Prignon of Fantôme, 3 times!!!
Put him on the list
September 10, 2014 @ 3:30 pm
Any troll that has been banned from BeerAdvocate…
September 10, 2014 @ 3:21 pm
I agree with everyone nominating the Don’t Drink Beer guy. Love those vedeo revues.
September 10, 2014 @ 3:20 pm
Brandon Jones – Yazoo Brewing & Embrace The Funk
September 10, 2014 @ 3:13 pm
Ray Dobens – Fluid Transfer Specialist at Oskar Blues in Breverd, NC
September 10, 2014 @ 3:13 pm
The question is who is the “biggest” craft beer celebrity. How can it not be my hefty wife Candice?
September 10, 2014 @ 3:12 pm
Don’t drink beer is my hero.
September 10, 2014 @ 3:10 pm
Dontdrinkbeer – a glaring omission.
September 10, 2014 @ 3:09 pm
List punches ol’ DDB right in the feels
September 10, 2014 @ 3:07 pm
I VOLUNTEER AS TRIBUTE!!!
September 10, 2014 @ 3:06 pm
DontDrinkBeer is the REAL DEAL.
September 10, 2014 @ 3:04 pm
but seriously, how is DontDrinkBeer not on the list?
#voteforDDB
September 10, 2014 @ 3:04 pm
Dont Drink Beer should be on there.
September 10, 2014 @ 3:03 pm
Gene (founder of TalkBeer.com)
September 10, 2014 @ 3:03 pm
DONT DRINK BEER
September 10, 2014 @ 3:02 pm
What happened to Subpoena Dueces?
September 10, 2014 @ 3:02 pm
Where is Don’t Drink Beer??! DDB 4evr
September 10, 2014 @ 2:52 pm
Don’t Drink Beer is the name of the game, bringin in them gainz
September 10, 2014 @ 2:47 pm
must be dont drink beer
September 10, 2014 @ 2:44 pm
Don’t Drink Beer. Name another person mixing whales and baconators. You can’t.
September 10, 2014 @ 2:43 pm
DONT DRINK BEER
September 10, 2014 @ 2:42 pm
DON’T DRINK BEER
September 10, 2014 @ 2:39 pm
Geoff Stober of Fat Head’s
September 10, 2014 @ 2:38 pm
I nominate dontdrinkbeer aka SubpoenaDeuces aka roobey tones.
September 10, 2014 @ 2:37 pm
I nominate Don’t Drink Beer to get him on this sweet motherfucken list!
September 10, 2014 @ 2:37 pm
Don’t Drink Beer?? Where are you!! Add it!
September 10, 2014 @ 2:36 pm
Don’t Drink Beer for sure.
September 10, 2014 @ 2:36 pm
DDB
September 10, 2014 @ 2:35 pm
DDB
September 10, 2014 @ 2:35 pm
THERE’S A SUPER RARRRR NOMINEE THAT HAS BEEN CLEARLY OMITTED. PLEASE RECTIFY THIS SITUATION ASAP AND GET THE MADDOX OF BEER ON THE LIST. AND REMEMBER, DON’T DRINK BEER!
September 10, 2014 @ 2:35 pm
Subpoena Deuces aka DontDrinkBeer.com
He practically invented the CondoLambic style and his one off creations push the limits of “craft” beer.
September 10, 2014 @ 2:32 pm
Don’t Drink Beer should be a nominee.
September 10, 2014 @ 2:30 pm
I nominate Don’t Drink Beer.
September 10, 2014 @ 2:27 pm
DONT DRINK BEER is not on this list? WTF
September 10, 2014 @ 2:17 pm
Team Radler nominates Jeremy Danner!
September 10, 2014 @ 2:09 pm
My vote is for Matt Brynildson
September 10, 2014 @ 1:48 pm
Give us the Danner!
September 10, 2014 @ 1:39 pm
A few of these I’ve not even heard of. Tony Magee, he’s just a little bit out there…
September 10, 2014 @ 1:19 pm
How is ambassador brewer of the land Jeremy Danner not on this list?
September 10, 2014 @ 1:16 pm
I vote Jeremy Danner of Boulevard.
September 10, 2014 @ 1:15 pm
Why were Chris Troutman’s votes deleted? He is a local Austin beer celebrity.