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Low-Alc Beer Wins Coveted Three Stars
13 Aug
Summary
- Pygmy Hazy Table Beer earned the highest Great Taste award.
- Over 15,000 products were entered in the 2026 awards.
- Brewery has won four three-star awards in two years.
In a remarkable achievement for low-alcohol beverages, Missing Link Brewing's Pygmy Hazy Table Beer has received the highest accolade at the 2026 Great Taste Awards. This New England India Pale Ale, brewed in West Hoathly, England, was the sole low-ABV beer to be awarded a three-star rating, signifying an "exquisite and extraordinary" product.
The annual Great Taste Awards, organized by the UK's Guild of Fine Food, evaluated over 15,000 entries this year. Among them, only 306 products earned the top three-star distinction. Pygmy Hazy Table Beer, with an ABV of 2.8%, was lauded for its bright citrus and fruity flavors, complemented by a hazy, lemon-yellow appearance.
Missing Link Brewing has demonstrated consistent excellence, accumulating four three-star awards, five two-star awards, and two one-star awards since their first entry in 2025. Both their highest and lowest ABV beers have achieved the highest honor, highlighting the brewery's commitment to quality across its range.
The success of Pygmy Hazy Table Beer underscores the rising trend of low-alcohol beers that do not compromise on flavor, gaining significant traction among both brewers and consumers. The Great Taste logo is recognized as a trusted mark of quality by 73% of UK adults.
