Toppling Goliath
World-class beer made in beautiful Decorah, Iowa.
Last updated September 11, 2026
Overview
Toppling Goliath Brewing Company was founded by Clark and Barbara Lewey in 2009 in Decorah, Iowa. It is known for award-winning barrel-aged stouts, IPAs, and sours, distributes in 30 states, and creates more than 40 beers that rotate throughout the year.
History
Clark and Barbara Lewey founded Toppling Goliath Brewing Company in 2009 in Decorah, Iowa after a runaway success in home brewing. In less than a decade, Toppling Goliath has become world-renowned for IPAs and barrel-aged stouts. It now distributes in 30 states and creates more than 40 beers that rotate throughout the year. It was named 2021 US Beer Open Grand National Champions and has been named the #2 brewery in the world by Beer Advocate. Its barrel-aged stout, Kentucky Brunch Brand Stout, has held the title of #1 beer in the world since 2015.
Products and positioning
World-renowned for IPAs and barrel-aged stouts.
Kentucky Brunch Brand Stout
Barrel-aged stout that has held the title of #1 beer in the world since 2015.
Flagship businesses
- Kentucky Brunch Brand Stout
Sources
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