Aldus Brewing Company Earns Multiple Awards at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show
Hanover, PA — Downtown Hanover’s own Aldus Brewing Company has been recognized for excellence on a statewide stage, taking home multiple awards at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show for their craft brews.
The brewery earned the following honors in the Pennsylvania Farm Show beer competition:
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Second Place – Amber and Brown American Beer
St. Nicholaustag, an American Barleywine Ale aged in bourbon barrels -
Third Place – Strong Belgian Ale
Skeleton Cru, a Belgian Strong Dark Ale -
Third Place – Pale American Ale
American Blonde Ale
“These awards are a testament to the incredible talent and dedication of our brewers,” said Aldus Brewing Company. “We’re proud to represent Hanover and showcase the quality of craft beer coming out of our community.”
All three award-winning beers are currently available at the Dolphin & Anchor Brew Pub, located at 13 Center Square, Hanover, PA, where visitors can enjoy pints on site or purchase beer to go.
Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover, praised the achievement, stating:
“This recognition is proof that incredible, award-worthy products are coming out of Hanover, Pennsylvania. We are so proud of Aldus Brewing Company, its brewers, and all that they bring to our downtown and our community.”
Aldus Brewing Company’s success highlights the growing impact of Hanover’s small businesses and reinforces the town’s reputation as a destination for high-quality, locally crafted products.
For more information or to try these award-winning beers, visit the Dolphin & Anchor Brew Pub in downtown Hanover.
About Aldus Brewing Company
Aldus Brewing Company, founded in 2014, crafts approachable, endlessly drinkable beers inspired by classic styles and elevated through modern experimentation. Best known for its signature American Blonde Ale, Aldus balances tradition and innovation while refusing to cut corners on quality, character, or flavor. Housed in the historic former Snyder’s of Hanover Snack Foods Factory, the brewery continues the building’s manufacturing legacy—bringing people together through thoughtfully crafted beer made right in the heart of the community.
About the Pennsylvania Farm Show
The Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center hosts more than 250 events annually, including trade shows, conferences, meetings, and large-scale consumer events. With over one million square feet under a single roof, the facility is uniquely equipped to accommodate everything from livestock exhibitions to classic car shows in back-to-back weeks.
Each January, the complex highlights Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage as the home of the Pennsylvania Farm Show, bringing together the hard-working individuals who produce the state’s food and the young people who represent the future of Pennsylvania agriculture and its communities.
About Main Street Hanover
The mission of Main Street Hanover is to expand the economic capacity of downtown Hanover, thus improving the business environment, enhancing the quality of place, and increasing community synergy.
Main Street Hanover is a 501c3 non-profit & proceeds benefit the revitalization of Downtown Hanover.
Main Street Hanover
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Moriah Tyler Executive Director
- January 30, 2026
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