Richland Brewery Won Gold Medal at Festival
White Bluffs Brewing took home top honors in Denver at the prestigious Great American Beer Festival.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Beer
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Richland-based White Bluffs Brewing earned a gold medal at the recent Great American Beer Festival. The brewery secured the top prize in the European-Style Amber Ale category with its signature Biere de Garde.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the quality of craft brewing in Richland, setting the establishment apart in a competitive national field. Securing a gold medal among thousands of entries serves as a significant benchmark for local producers within the craft beer industry.
The winning Biere de Garde features an alcohol content of 6.8% ABV. The competition included over 7,000 entries, with the brewery competing against brands including BierKraft and Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
The players
White Bluffs Brewing
A Richland-based craft brewery located at 2034 Logston Blvd.
Great American Beer Festival
An annual event held in Denver that showcases and judges thousands of beers from across the United States.
The details
White Bluffs Brewing operates its taproom at 2034 Logston Blvd., which also hosts the Palmyra restaurant kitchen several days a week. The brewery successfully bested other notable entries to claim the top spot in its specific style division.
Timeline
The Great American Beer Festival competition results were awarded in October 2026.
Culture Shift
This win follows a pattern set by previous winners at the Great American Beer Festival. It reflects the broader cultural trend of regional craft breweries challenging established national brands for top-tier honors in specialized beer styles.
Residents can visit the award-winning brewery at its 2034 Logston Blvd. location to sample the gold-medal beer. The presence of the Palmyra restaurant on-site also provides dining options for those visiting the taproom.
The takeaway
This gold medal demonstrates that local craft producers can compete effectively on a national stage. Visitors looking to support local business can experience award-winning quality directly at the Richland taproom.
Further reading
Learn more about the local industry in our Beer section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Tri-City Herald.
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