Korea International Beer Awards
2027. 04. 14(WED) – 04. 16(FRI) | COEX, Hall B, Seoul
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KOREA INTERNATIONAL BEER AWARDS
Proving Korean beer's competitiveness
by global standards — the international stage, KIBA
Now in its 6th edition, KIBA is Korea's leading international beer competition, evaluating the quality and creativity of a wide range of beers from Korea and abroad. Entries are judged blind according to the WBC Style Guidelines by a panel of expert judges with international judging experience at competitions such as the WBC and EBC. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals are awarded based on the judging results, and KIBA is setting a new standard for Asian craft beer.
KIBA 2026 RESULTS
KIBA 2026 Achievements
Explore participation and awards by country on the map
- Countries
- 17
- Entries
- 464
- Judges
- 46
- Medals
- 163
KIBA 2026
South Korea
- Breweries
- 49
- Beers Entered
- 308
27
Gold
34
Silver
45
Bronze
KIBA 2026
South Korea
- Breweries
- 49
- Beers Entered
- 308
27
Gold
34
Silver
45
Bronze
Select a winning country on the map or in the list to see its medals. Lighter colors show countries that took part without winning a medal.
KIBA 2027
2027 Competition Schedule
- January 4
Registration Opens
Brewery and beer registration opens on the website
- March 5
Registration Closes
Online brewery and beer registration closes
- March 15–19
Entry Labels Issued
Entry labels are emailed once registration is complete
- March 29 – April 6
Shipping
Entries must arrive at the designated logistics warehouse
- April 14–15
Judging
Judging takes place during the KIBA competition period
- April 16
Awards Ceremony
Second day of KIBEX (DRINK SEOUL) 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who is eligible to enter?
Only fermented malt beverages brewed at a licensed commercial brewery and available for commercial sale may be entered. Non-alcoholic beverages, mead and cider are not eligible. (Based on the WBC 2026 Style Guidelines)
Q. What are the entry fees?
Brewery registration (including one beer) is KRW 165,000, and each additional beer is KRW 110,000 (VAT included). A 5+1 promotion applies: register five beers and enter one more free.
Q. How do I choose a beer category?
Choose from the 114 subcategories based on the WBC (World Beer Cup) 2026 Style Guidelines or the KIBA special category 'Korean Free-style Beer' (No. 301).
Q. How do I ship my entries?
Pack 4 bottles (or 4 cans, 330–750 ml) per beer with bubble wrap and ice packs, attach the issued entry label to each bottle, and ship to the designated logistics warehouse.
Q. Are there additional costs when shipping beer from overseas?
When shipping entries from overseas, additional costs such as customs duties, VAT and customs clearance fees may apply in addition to freight. All such costs are the entrant's responsibility and must be paid directly by the entrant.
Q. Can I apply to be a judge?
Professionals with judging experience at competitions such as WBC and EBS can apply through 'Apply as a Judge' at the bottom of the About > Judging Criteria page. Instructions for submitting a CV and letter of recommendation are included in the confirmation notice.
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