Yeastrodomus Beer Predictions for 2026
Description
What if the future of beer looks less experimental — but also more thoughtful, more intentional, and more serious — than it has in years?
In this special forecasting episode, Mark and Richard channel “Yeastrodomus” to predict the biggest brewing and culture shifts coming in 2026. From beer trends to consumer behaviour to brewing philosophy, we explore why the next wave of craft isn’t about novelty… but about mastery, experience, balance, and brand coherence.
We dive into:
Why the industry is shifting from constant reinvention to better-over-new
How the experience economy’s return will reshape taprooms
The rise of fruit beers that aren’t sours (finally!)
Why pasteurization is no longer a dirty word in craft
The growth of staff-led side brands
The visual language of animal beers, celeb beers, and semiotics on shelves
The growing movement toward genre-less beer
And why English pub vibes and session culture are coming back strong
2026 won’t be boring — but it may be quieter, smarter, and more delicious than the last decade of hype cycles. Let’s look ahead.
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