FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Trevor Thurston - Head Brewer Inventors Brewpub
Phone: (503) 929-5454
Email: trevor@inventorsbrewpub.com

**Inventors Brewpub Announces Two-Day Celebration of Craft Beer Culture:

Homebrew Expo – January 23, 2026 & Winter Beer Invitational – January 24, 2026**

Port Washington, WI — Inventors Brewpub is thrilled to announce a back-to-back weekend celebration of brewing creativity, craftsmanship, and community. The Homebrew Expo will take place on Friday, January 23, 2026, followed by the highly anticipated Winter Beer Invitational on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Both events will be held at 305 E Washington St, Port Washington, WI 53704, and are proudly sponsored by Malteurop and Inventors Brewpub.

Homebrew Expo – Friday, January 23, 2026

The Homebrew Expo is a hands-on, community-driven event designed for homebrewers, beer enthusiasts, and curious beginners alike. Highlights include:

Event Features

• Vendor Marketplace: Explore equipment, ingredients, brewing gadgets, and specialty products.
  
  

• Homebrew Club Sampling: Local homebrew clubs will be onsite pouring samples of their handcrafted beers.
  
  

• Equipment Swap Meet: Bring equipment to trade, upgrade, or sell—perfect for expanding your brewing toolkit.
  
  

• BJCP-Sanctioned Homebrew Competition:
  
  

• • Entry fee: only $5 per submission
    
    

  • Entries due: January 17, 2026
    
    

  • Required: BJCP entry form and bottle identification
    
    

  • Judged according to BJCP standards
    
    

This event offers a rare opportunity to connect with the regional homebrewing community, learn from experienced brewers, and gain valuable feedback on your craft.

Winter Beer Invitational – Saturday, January 24, 2026

The following day, the celebration continues with the Winter Beer Invitational, a curated showcase of bold, complex, and warming winter styles. Guests will enjoy unlimited samples from 20 outstanding breweries pouring:

• Barleywines
  
  

• Russian Imperial Stouts
  
  

• Imperial Stouts
  
  

• Belgian Quads
  
  

• Belgian Tripels
  
  

Sessions & Tickets

• VIP Session: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | $65
  
  

• Session 1: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | $45
  
  

• Session 2: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | $45

• https://inventorsbrewpub.com/events/

The VIP experience offers early access, extended tasting time, and the best opportunity to sample rare and limited-release beers before crowds arrive.

Event Sponsors

This two-day beer celebration is made possible with the generous support of Malteurop, a global leader in malt production, and Inventors Brewpub, Port Washington’s home for innovative craft beer and community events.

Location

Inventors Brewpub
305 E Washington St
Port Washington, WI 53704

About Inventors Brewpub

Inventors Brewpub is committed to fostering creativity, community, and craftsmanship through events that celebrate the art and science of brewing. From homebrew education to curated festivals, Inventors Brewpub continues to support the Midwest’s vibrant brewing culture.

For press inquiries, vendor opportunities, or ticket information, please contact:
Trevor Thurston, Head Brewer Inventors Brewpub, trevor@inventorsbrewpub.com or (503) 929-5454