DeVANS Godfather Super 8 beer has been awarded the gold medal at the Asia Beer Challenge 2025 held in Hong Kong, the results of which were announced just recently. This prestigious accolade in the Strong Lager category cements Godfather Super 8’s status among Asia’s top strong lagers, judged through a rigorous blind tasting process by the Continent’s foremost beer experts.
The Asia Beer Challenge 2025 had a sample window from 30 June to 6 August, an entry deadline of 1 August, a judging date of 18 August, and an announcement date of 1 September 2025.
According to the company, DeVANS Godfather Super 8 is India’s pioneering strong lager, distinguished for having an impressive 8% ABV profile. Despite the high ABV, the beer is absolutely smooth and is a boon for consumers who love bold and full-bodied beers. Brewed using premium ingredients, it brings forth the strength and character that Godfather has been known for since its creation in 1984.
This win doesn’t just celebrate the quality of Indian beers but also puts Indian craft brewing on the international map, indicating that Indian beers are now seriously engaging with international brands on a quality level.
“This remarkable achievement at the Asia Beer Challenge 2025 is a testament to our team’s unwavering dedication to craft exceptional beers that blend tradition with innovation,” said Prem Dewan, chairman and managing director of DeVANS Modern Breweries.
“The beer was developed in-house by our production team, keeping in view the desired parameters without any compromises. Our success at this prestigious international competition underscores the passion and quality consciousness that drives our growth as a leading Indian brewery with complete focus on quality, delivering value for our consumers.”
The Asia Beer Challenge is judged by top Asian beer buyers, the decision makers, and gives brewers the unique opportunity to showcase their quality beers in Asia. The competition also uses a triple-blind tasting process to ensure neutrality by masking the beer’s origins, packaging, and panelists so that they do not discuss their opinion with other Asia Beer Challenge judges.
Triumphing at the Asia Beer Challenge provides the breweries with a credible stamp of approval from the most prominent buyers in Asia, which increases instant international awareness and demand in the marketplace.
“Godfather Super 8’s gold win is not only a brand milestone, but also a collective win for Indian craft brewing, showcasing that indigenous innovation can stand shoulder to shoulder with Asia’s best. This crowning moment paves the way for DeVANS to scale new frontiers as we continue developing new products for the discerning Indian consumer,” Dewan said.
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Naresh Khanna – 10 February 2025
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