Raising A Glass To Our Awards

A Celebration of Craft, Community, and Commitment

At Vocation Brewery, we’re driven by one goal: to brew exceptional beer that brings people together. With every batch, every can, and every pour, we put our hearts into crafting bold, beautiful beers for the many. Today, we’re thrilled to share that our hard work and dedication have been recognised on the world stage. 

 

Crush Hour: The World's Best Pale Ale 

We are beyond proud to announce that Crush Hour has been crowned the World's Best Pale Ale at the prestigious World Beer Awards. The World Beer Awards are the global awards selecting the very best in all internationally recognised styles of drinks and is the go-to resource for drinks professionals around the world. This is a monumental achievement for us, reflecting the passion and precision that our brewing team pours into every step of the process.  

Crush Hour also earned 1 Star at the Great Taste Awards and took home Gold at the SIBA North-East Awards, further solidifying its place as a standout in the craft beer world. 

Crush Hour embodies everything we strive for at Vocation Brewery—accessible, yet uncompromising in quality. Crisp and delicately hopped with notes of citrus and a slight haze, iIt's a beer that resonates with both seasoned craft beer enthusiasts and those just beginning their journey. 

Crush Hour | Everyday Hazy Pale 4.6% 330ml - Vocation Brewery

Life & Death: England's Best IPA 

Our flagship IPA, Life & Death, has been named England's Best IPA at the World Beer Awards and received an outstanding 3 Stars at the Great Taste Awards, putting it in the top 1.8% of all entries. This isn’t just an accolade; it’s an affirmation of our commitment to brewing beers that are not only bold in flavour but also exceptional in quality. Life & Death is a beer that challenges expectations—a perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness, with a depth that keeps you coming back for more. It’s one of our first ever brews and is brewed to the exact same standards it was when launched all those years ago. 

This recognition is a true reflection of the dedication and creativity of our brewing team. It’s their passion that transforms simple ingredients into a beer that captures the essence of what an IPA should be—complex, satisfying, and unforgettable.  

Celebrating the Full Lineup 

While Crush Hour and Life & Death are in the spotlight, we want to take a moment to celebrate the entire lineup of our award-winning beers: 

  • Heart & Soul: Gold (Session IPA) at the World Beer Awards 
  • Naughty & Nice: 2 Stars at the Great Taste Awards, Bronze (Stouts & Porters) at the World Beer Awards 

These awards aren’t just a reflection of our hard work—they’re a celebration of the community that’s grown around our beers. We brew for you, and it’s your enthusiasm and support that inspire us to push the boundaries of what’s possible in craft beer. 

As we raise a glass to these achievements, we remain focused on the future. Our commitment to brewing bold and beautiful beer for the many has never been stronger. We’ll continue to innovate, to perfect, and to bring you the very best in craft beer.  

Thank you to our incredible brewing team for their relentless pursuit of excellence and thank you to our customers for making Vocation Brewery what it is today. Here’s to many more years of award-winning beers—cheers!