It's the eighth best in the entire country, according to a recent survey compiled by Untappd. And if you've ever been to this Iowa Hidden Gem, you probably won't be surprised.

A number of key factors were used to determine the list of "Best Breweries in the U.S.", including beer taste, brewery atmosphere, and online ratings. This Iowa brewery is widely known to score high marks in all three categories.

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According to Untappd, Iowa's Toppling Goliath Brewing Company ranks eighth for best breweries in the U.S.

Toppling Goliath has long been lauded as one of the best breweries in the Midwest, but now it's being recognized nationally. The Decorah-based brewery has been around since 2009 and currently distributes its beer to over 30 states.

Here's what Untappd had to say about Toppling Goliath Brewing Company:

Named 2021 US Beer Open Grand National Champions. Founded in 2009 in beautiful Decorah, Iowa. World-renown for IPAs and barrel-aged stouts, distributing to over 30 states and brewing more than 35 beers. TG prides it’s-self in crafting truly top-shelf beer and is honored to be growing with the support of its many customers worldwide.

-Untappd Website

And Toppling isn't the only Iowa Brewery that made the cut. Coming in at number 43 is Big Grove Brewery out of Iowa City, Iowa.

To see the full list of the best breweries in the entire U.S., check out the article from Untappd.

Story Source: Untappd Website, Toppling Goliath Website

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