Published April 15th, VinePair made a listicle in which they write Bangkok Tops World Craft Beer Destinations. The list makes sure to include a wide range of locations, including in the UK, France, Mexico, Italy, and two places in the USA.
The World’s Top 10 Beer Destinations for 2026
“From an area responsible for more than half of all beer brewed in France to historic beer cities with some brand-new additions, here are the 10 best beer destinations for 2026.”
– VinePair Article
- words: Olivia White
- Published: April 15, 2026
- illustration:Henri Campeã
2026 Top 10 Destinations List
10. Pienza, Italy
9. Baja California, Mexico
8. Blumenau, Brazil
7. Strasbourg, France
6. Riga, Latvia
5. Park City, Utah
4. Nelson, New Zealand
3. London, England
2. Hudson Valley, New York, United States
1. Bangkok, Thailand
“For decades, Thailand’s beer scene has been defined by mass-market producers like Singha, Chang, and Leo thanks to restrictive brewing laws making it challenging, if not impossible, for small breweries to set up shop. Until November 2022, Thai law stated that all breweries had to produce a minimum of 100,000 liters per year. The requirements boxed out dozens of producers that instead had their beers contract- brewed in Vietnam or Cambodia before importing them back in for sale. When capacity requirements were eventually removed and restrictions relaxed, Bangkok’s craft scene was finally given room to thrive.”
– VinePair Article
Breweries Mentioned
Breweries mentioned within the article:
- Chitbeer – “One of the leading revolutionaries was Chitbeer, established in 2012 by Wichit “Chit” Saikalo on Bangkok’s Koh Kret island”
- Vana Brewing
- Samata
- Underdog Microbrewery
Brew pubs Mentioned
- Eight Days a Week, in Ari
- Call Me Papa, in nonthaburi
- United People’s Brewery, in Chatuchak
Who is VinePair?
According to their website:
“VinePair is the largest digital media company delivering accessible, entertaining, and inspiring content about drinks culture and important trends and topics in wine, beer, and spirits. We offer award-winning consumer coverage on VinePair and trade stories on VP Pro. Our motto, “Drinking is Culture” means we celebrate the experiences you have and the connections you make with a glass in hand.”
Bangkok Tops World Craft Beer Destinations
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