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OPEN TO ALL BREWERIES
Enter by January 2nd
Skunkworks is an annual beer competition hosted by Abstrax.
It all starts with an open call – any brewery can enter Round 1 with a beer made using Abstrax hops and flavors. A panel narrows it down to five finalists, who then face off live at CBC. Beers are poured side-by-side, the crowd votes, and one champion walks away with $5,000 and serious bragging rights.
It’s big flavor, bigger fun, and one hell of a party.
This year, Skunkworks lands in Philadelphia, the birthplace of American independence, as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. That’s why this year’s theme is Revolutionary Beers, a celebration of brewers who dare to do things differently.
Revolutionary beers challenge traditions, push flavor further, and rethink what’s possible. They’re bold, creative, and unafraid to stand out. This year, go farther with your beer to make something truly revolutionary.
Let's make history one glass at a time.
Why Enter?
FREE EXPOSURE
Finalists have their beer poured live for thousands of industry professionals and consumers at CBC 2026 in Philadelphia.
INNOVATION CREDIBILITY
Making it to the Skunkworks Finals isn’t just bragging rights, it’s proof your brewery is shaping the future of flavor. Finalists stand among a select few pushing the limits of creativity, technology, and taste. At this level, you’re not just brewing beer, you’re leading the revolution.
NATIONAL PRESS
Finalists are spotlighted through Abstrax’s media channels and press coverage surrounding the event.
CASH + TROPHY
The winning brewery earns $5,000 and the coveted Skunkworks trophy.
Previous Contenders
3x Best in Show
MOUNTAINS WALKING
Who will topple the reigning champions?
Mountains Walking has won all three years of Skunkworks with their flavorful IPA, Sky Flowers. Do you have what it takes to take home the crown?
SUBMIT YOUR BEER
OPEN SUBMISSIONS
Think your beer has what it takes to redefine flavor? Enter our competition for a chance to showcase your craft at CBC Philadelphia.
How to Enter:
Submit your beer details by January 2nd using the entry form.
Deliver your beer to Abstrax by January 16th.
Our team will select the top five beers based on overall impression - with a special focus on the most innovative use of Abstrax products in line with our theme, “Revolutionary Flavor.”
FINAL ROUND AT CBC
The five finalists, plus the returning champion (Mountains Walking), will compete live at CBC Philadelphia for the ultimate flavor showdown.
RULES
Each entry must include at least one Abstrax product from any collection.
Only one beer submission per brewery is allowed.
All submissions must be delivered to Abstrax by January 16th.
SUBMIT YOUR BEER
