Montréal – Last week at the World Beer Awards, Unibroue 17 was named world’s best beer among more than 500 competing beers from 27 countries.

Unibroue 17 was brewed only once, in late 2007. It is the result of brewmaster Jerry Vietz’s expertise and know-how. “I am extremely proud that this beer was honored in this prestigious competition, since it’s the first beer I created and brewed at Unibroue from start to finish. I still remember the time spent developing this beer, especially the first day of fermentation when I and three of my brewers added oak chips to the fermenter!” said Vietz. ”It was a bold approach, but innovation plays a crucial role in developing new Unibroue recipes and products.”

“This beer stands out for its roasted malt nose, slightly sweet taste, and subtle oak cask finish, which I am sure was a deciding factor for the jury. I am very pleased to see that the 17 is maturing and improving even after three years of aging,” stated Vietz.

Chambly-based Unibroue’s creativity and brewing mastery thus continues to draw accolades after 120 international medals already won for beers such as La Fin du Monde, Quelque Chose, Terrible, Maudite, Trois Pistoles, Blanche de Chambly, and Éphémère Apple.

Following blind tasting and four rounds of judging, Unibroue 17 was one of five brews crowned “World’s Best Beers” by a prestigious panel of renowned international experts. Winners of categories and beer styles were also named, with Unibroue also winning a number of additional awards. For a complete list of the top brews crowned at the World Beer Awards, visit www.tastingbeers.com