The GABS Hottest 100 Australian Craft Beers is back, and this year we’re gunning for our best result yet. Last year, our West Coast IPA hit #20 - our highest-ever ranking - and now it’s time to go even bigger! Our goal? Number 1! And we need your help to get there.
Hawkers West Coast IPA has been a fan favourite since day one. Big hops, bold flavour, and no compromise - it’s the beer that set the tone for Hawkers and showed that independent Australian brewing could thrive with unapologetic, hop-forward beers. Now, it’s your turn to show Westy some love.
Voting is open from 1st December 2025 to 11th January 2026, and every vote counts. We’re asking you to rank West Coast IPA #1.
Voting is simple:
- Head over to the GABS voting portal.
- Enter your details.
- Choose up to five of your favourite beers (rank West Coast IPA #1!)
- Hit 'Submit' and you’re done! Your vote will help shape the list.
Every vote is a chance to put Westy where it belongs: at the very top. Let’s make 2026 the year West Coast IPA cements its place as one of Australia’s elite craft beers.
