Announcing 2026 ACBHF nominees
The Board of Advisors for the American Craft Beer Hall of Fame has reached consensus on this year's slate of nominees for enshrinement
The American Craft Beer Hall of Fame (ACBHF) is proud to announce the nominees for its 2026 class of inductees. Founded to honor and preserve the legacy of individuals who have profoundly shaped the nation’s craft beer landscape, the ACBHF aims to inspire current and future generations to innovate, collaborate and advance the industry for years to come.
A Board of Advisors—comprised of respected analysts, commentators, brewers and advocates—has reached consensus on the following nominees for enshrinement in the 2025 class (in alphabetical order):
- Charlie Bamforth
- Larry Bell
- Sam Calagione
- Kim Jordan
- Ray Daniels
- Teri Fahrendorf
- Garrett Oliver
- Carol Stoudt
- Mitch Steele
- Pete Slosberg
These nominees represent the diverse and interconnected facets of the craft beer community, including brewery founders, brewers, writers, educators, innovators and champions of the culture who helped elevate American craft beer to global prominence.
“This year’s ballot is like a who’s who of some of the most important figures in American craft beer,” explains ACBHF founder and President, Marty Nachel. “Every one of the nominees has been absolutely foundational to the industry’s success, and we could not be more proud to have the opportunity to induct some of their number into the Hall in 2026.”
The Hall’s Electors are presently casting their official votes for the final list of new inductees, with the final list of those to be honored to be announced in February. This second class of inductees will join last year’s inaugural class. Last year’s Induction Ceremony may be streamed for free online on YouTube.
The ACBHF is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring industry pioneers and raising funds to support its educational and charitable initiatives.