Women in Beer has launched the Women in Beer Awards to celebrate those who shape the industry.
With only 23% of management roles in craft beer filled by women* and just 8% of all brewers being female*, representation and visibility for the talented women who work in the beer industry is essential.
Through the awards, Women in Beer is aiming to create role models and show young women that a career in beer can be something for them, too. With 10 categories across all parts of the industry, the awards are open to anyone who identifies as a woman, regardless of background, age or role within the beer world, and includes those working professionally, independently or as a volunteer.
Amélie Tassin, founder of Women in Beer, said: “It’s very scary to see that, according to the latest SIBA Beer Report, gender equality in brewing has gotten worse compared to previous years. We desperately need to attract more women into the industry, retain the women who are already here, and also help them to access managerial positions. With the Women in Beer Awards, we’re highlighting their work, celebrating them, and hopefully making the industry a better place for everyone.
“With the many awards for women in business, tech and science that exist in the UK, I was very surprised that nobody ever thought of celebrating and awarding the women who work in the beer industry. The industry is unfortunately still systemically sexist and biased. And if we believe women should also enter the many beer awards that exist, a dedicated celebration is still essential to give them the recognition they deserve.”
Taking place in London on October 28 2025, the Women in Beer Awards have already received overwhelming support from the industry, with only two awards left to sponsor thanks to CAMRA, SIBA, Simpsons Malt, SSV, Charles Faram, Yakima Chief Hops, WHC Lab, and HIT Training championing eight of the categories.
CAMRA vice chair Gillian Hough said: “Celebrating and congratulating those nominated for the Women in Beer Awards is something really special and close to my heart. From managers, directors, consultants, owners, writers, teachers, journalists, judges and campaigners, women are no longer just a part of the industry – they are swaying opinion and driving trends as industry influencers. At CAMRA, we are proud to support and champion what the Women in Beer Awards stand for and welcome greater diversity across the beer and pub industry. To every nominee and winner, thank you for inspiring the next generation.”
To learn more about the categories and how to enter or name someone for an award, visit the Women in Beer website here.
Tickets for the awards event will be available after the summer, with a pay what you can option for individual tickets which aims to make the event accessible to as many people as possible.
*Source: The SIBA Independent Beer Report 2025
