Barcelona craft beer bars have once again proven their excellence. Two local establishments secured places in Spain’s top 10 best beer bars. The new ranking, released by the specialist portal Lúpulo Digital, highlights the city’s vibrant brewing culture. This recognition adds to the growing list of fine dining and culinary accolades in the city.
Top honours for Eixample favourites
Leading the charge for the Catalan capital is Biercab, located on Carrer de Muntaner in the Eixample district. The venue claimed the sixth position nationwide. Close behind is Garage Universitat, the flagship taproom of the renowned Garage Beer Co on Carrer del Consell de Cent, which took the tenth spot.
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The list was compiled following a vote involving 338 bars across the country. While the top spots are highly contested, Barcelona managed to place a total of eight venues within the top 100. Therefore, this proves the depth of quality in the local scene.
Other top Barcelona craft beer bars
Beyond the top 10, several other Barcelona craft beer bars were recognised for their excellence. The full list of local inclusions is as follows:
- Maresme Brewery Taproom (Carrer de Sepúlveda, 164) – 31st place
- Humble Beer Barcelona (Carrer del Rosselló, 185) – 41st place
- Haití Bar (Carrer de Jaume I, 3) – 81st place
- Homo Sibaris (Plaça d’Osca, 4) – 82nd place
- Singlot (Carrer de l’Escorial, 50) – 86th place
- CocoVail Beer Hall (Carrer d’Aragó, 284) – 92nd place
Strict criteria for selection
The ranking by Lúpulo Digital, led by Vicky di Pau and Agus Blanco, is not merely a popularity contest. The judges evaluated venues based on a rigorous set of criteria. These aimed to identify true quality in the hospitality sector.
Key factors included the quality and storage of the draught beer. The selection and rotation of taps, and the technical knowledge of the staff were also crucial. Additionally, the judges considered the atmosphere and the venue’s commitment to local culture. The intangible ‘human factor’ that encourages customers to return was also important. Many of these modern venues are a new take on the traditional Spanish cervecería (brewery) and snack bar. They blend innovation with cultural roots.
A closer look at the winners
Biercab was founded by a group of friends with a shared passion for artisanal brewing. It has built a loyal following by rotating its extensive tap list weekly. Consequently, there is always something new to try. The venue is also celebrated for its food menu. It elevates the experience with high-quality tapas and sandwiches designed to pair with specific brews.
Garage Beer Co, represented in the top 10 by its Universitat location, positions itself as a purveyor of craft beer made in Barcelona. The brand has expanded significantly. It operates another venue in Poblenou and a production factory in Sant Andreu. The company is currently financing a new taproom through a crowdfunding campaign. This signals further growth for one of the city’s most successful brewing exports. The success of these breweries is part of a wider trend in the artisan food and drink culture in Barcelona. This culture has seen a boom in recent years.
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