2026 Barrel-Aged Brewfest Registration

Each year, Journeyman Distillery and Islay’s Barrel invites local craft beverage makers to join us for Islay’s Barrel-Aged Brewfest, a premier celebration of the Midwest’s most ambitious brewers. Whether you are coming to claim the Golden Barrel or simply to share your finest pours with an appreciative crowd, your craft has a home here for a good cause. Held in support of Islay’s Barrel, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing enrichment opportunities for Southwest Michigan youth, this event brings together craft beer lovers, families, and local community members for a full day of celebration.

COMPETE FOR THE GOLDEN BARREL

Participating breweries will select a used Journeyman Spirit Barrel to age a custom creation that will then be released at the fest. Entries into the competition will be evaluated by a live panel of industry judges for the opportunity to win the Golden Barrel. They will also have a chance at winning people’s choice at the event.

To secure your place in the competition and reserve your aging barrel, please complete the Spirit Barrel Reservation Form at the link here: Spirit Barrel Reservation Form. All barrel pickups must be coordinated through Journeyman.

BE A VENDOR

For questions or those interested in joining us as a vendor without entering the competition, please reach out directly to our team at islaysbarrel@gmail.com.

Business Name

Enter your participating business name.

Primary Contact Name

First NameLast Name

Secondary Contact Name

First NameLast Name

Email

Please enter preferred email for communication about the fest.

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Address

Street Address

CityState / Province

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What product(s) do you plan to bring to the fest?

(Ex. BA Beer, Wine, Mead)

Will you be participating in the Barrel-Aged Brewfest Competition for the Golden Barrel?

To compete for the Golden Barrel, your brew must be aged in a Journeyman Spirits Barrel, other barrels are not permitted for competition entry, but may still be offered as samples to guests.

Do you need to reserve additional barrels for the event? If yes, we will send you a form to complete your aged barrel reservation.

Do you have Michigan distribution?

Who do you use to distribute?

If Self-Distributing, please indicate here.

Is your business able and willing to provide an In-Kind donation for the Silent Auction at the event?

If yes, we will be in touch with a silent auction donation form.

Any additional information you would like us to know at this time:

BOOTH SELECTION:

Barrel-Aged Brewfest - Competitor

Included: 10x10 booth space | 8' Table | 2 Chairs

Free

Barrel-Aged Brewfest - Vendor

Included: 10x10 booth space | 8' Table | 2 Chairs

$100.00

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