DevilCraft Tokyo Brewery Wins Three Medals in International Beer Competition
DevilCraft Tokyo Brewery, based in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has announced that three of its beers received medals at the “International Beer Cap 2026 competition.” The brewery earned one gold and two silver medals, with one of the winning beers currently available at its The Corner location.
Hop BroDevilCraft Tokyo Brewery in Shinagawa just won three medals at the International Beer Cap 2026: one gold and two silvers!
MugiWhoa! One gold, two silvers? Three award-winning beers at once is huge!
Hop BroThe gold went to Igneous Java, while Teufelsrad - Devil’s Wheel and Hop Smuggler each earned silver. Those names already make me want a tasting flight.
MugiWhat is that? Igneous Java sounds like a volcano and a coffee shop joined forces. What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThe article does not specify each beer’s style, so we should not guess the flavors. Still, three international medals is an excellent sign of the brewery’s range.
MugiAnd I heard Devil’s Wheel on tap at The Corner. We can actually try an award winner?
Hop BroExactly. The Corner is serving it, according to the announcement. Tasting a medal winner in person is basically delicious field research.
MugiField research, sure—you just want pizza too! DevilCraft is known for Chicago-style pizza, right?
Hop BroYou got it. Started in Kanda in 2011 and began brewing in 2015; today it makes everything from food-friendly regulars to hop-forward IPAs, with a broad beer lineup.
MugiI hear IPA everywhere, but what is it exactly? Does hop-forward flavor mean it tastes like a botanical garden?
Hop BroIPA is a beer style that highlights hops, often with citrus-like aromas and a crisp bitterness. Think less botanical garden, more an aroma fireworks show.
MugiThen let’s check The Corner’s latest updates, grab Devil’s Wheel and pizza, and toast those medals!
DevilCraft Tokyo Brewery announced on Instagram on October 7 that three of its beers received medals at the “International Beer Cap 2026 competition.” The award-winning beers are:
- Igneous Java — Gold
- Teufelsrad - Devil’s Wheel — Silver
- Hop Smuggler — Silver
According to the post, the three beers brought home three medals in total. The brewery shared the result as welcome news and congratulated the team behind the beers.
“Teufelsrad - Devil’s Wheel” is currently available at DevilCraft’s The Corner location. For beer drinkers, this offers a chance to try one of the brewery’s medal-winning beers in person. Availability may change, so checking the venue’s latest updates before visiting is recommended.
DevilCraft is a Tokyo-based brand built around Chicago-style pizza and craft beer. It began in Kanda in 2011 and started brewing its own beer in 2015. Today, its brewery operates in Shinagawa, while its beers are served at several DevilCraft locations across Tokyo. Alongside food-friendly staples, the brewery produces a broad range of beers, including hop-forward styles and collaborations.
The latest awards provide another reason to pay attention to DevilCraft’s brewing work. For those looking to explore the brewery’s current lineup, “Teufelsrad - Devil’s Wheel” is a natural place to start.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroDevilCraft Tokyo Brewery in Shinagawa just won three medals at the International Beer Cap 2026: one gold and two silvers!
MugiWhoa! One gold, two silvers? Three award-winning beers at once is huge!
Hop BroThe gold went to Igneous Java, while Teufelsrad - Devil’s Wheel and Hop Smuggler each earned silver. Those names already make me want a tasting flight.
MugiWhat is that? Igneous Java sounds like a volcano and a coffee shop joined forces. What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThe article does not specify each beer’s style, so we should not guess the flavors. Still, three international medals is an excellent sign of the brewery’s range.
MugiAnd I heard Devil’s Wheel on tap at The Corner. We can actually try an award winner?
Hop BroExactly. The Corner is serving it, according to the announcement. Tasting a medal winner in person is basically delicious field research.
MugiField research, sure—you just want pizza too! DevilCraft is known for Chicago-style pizza, right?
Hop BroYou got it. Started in Kanda in 2011 and began brewing in 2015; today it makes everything from food-friendly regulars to hop-forward IPAs, with a broad beer lineup.
MugiI hear IPA everywhere, but what is it exactly? Does hop-forward flavor mean it tastes like a botanical garden?
Hop BroIPA is a beer style that highlights hops, often with citrus-like aromas and a crisp bitterness. Think less botanical garden, more an aroma fireworks show.
MugiThen let’s check The Corner’s latest updates, grab Devil’s Wheel and pizza, and toast those medals!
