06/09/2026
We’re honored to share that Smoke Over Lublin, our traditional Polish-style Grodziskie, was recently reviewed by Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine, earning an outstanding 90-point score and praise for its balance, drinkability, and authentic expression of this historic style.
Brewed entirely with Weyermann oak-smoked wheat malt and hopped exclusively with Polish Lublinski hops, Smoke Over Lublin showcases a delicate harmony of floral noble hops, crisp carbonation, subtle oak smoke, and a bright, champagne-like finish that makes this centuries-old beer style so beloved.
Craft Beer & Brewing’s reviewers noted:
“Everything is in balance, delivering on the bright champagne-like reputation of the style.”
This recognition joins an already impressive collection of medals for one of the most unique beers ever brewed at Mountain Layers.
🏆 Smoke Over Lublin Awards
🥇 2025 NC Brewers Cup — Gold Medal
🥉 2025 U.S. Beer Open — Bronze Medal
🥈 2024 U.S. Beer Open — Silver Medal
🥉 2026 Carolina Championship of Beer — Bronze Medal
🥈 2024 Carolina Championship of Beer — Silver Medal
At just 4.0% ABV, Smoke Over Lublin remains incredibly approachable while offering a depth of character rarely found in modern beer. Crisp, refreshing, lightly smoky, and unmistakably distinctive, it’s a beer that continues to win over judges, reviewers, and craft beer enthusiasts alike.
Whether you’re chasing award-winning beer, exploring historic European styles, or simply looking for something different from the ordinary, this is a pint worth discovering.
🍺 Available now on draft and to-go at Mountain Layers Brewing Company in Bryson City.
Nationally recognized. Multi-medal winning. Proudly brewed in the Smokies.
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