It’s All About the Sauce
With a proud history as one of the best rib cook-offs in the region, our motto’s long been, “It’s All About the Sauce.” Having added a Beer Fest to the equation, we’ve doubled down on that motto.
As the unofficial start of summer, this year’s event carries even greater significance as the nation begins celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. With a brewing legacy spanning 197 years, Yuengling is uniquely positioned to honor this historic milestone alongside festivalgoers.
Founded in 1829, Yuengling remains a family-owned business spanning six generations, now proudly including four daughters leading the sixth generation. This enduring heritage reflects the same values of tradition, community, and craftsmanship that make the Berea Rib Burn Off such a beloved annual gathering.
D.G. Yuengling & Son, America’s oldest brewery, is proud to announce its role as the Presenting Sponsor of the Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest, one of Northeast Ohio’s most anticipated summer traditions.
Yuengling will have the following beers on tap at Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest:
With the ever-growing popularity of craft beer in Cleveland, Yuengling—a long-time sponsor of the festival—is proud to present the 2026 Craft Beer Garden.
Ohio Beverage Distributors will offer select brews from some of your favorite craft brewers, including Goose Island, Thirsty Dog, Sibling Revelry Brewing, and Yuengling. So if you’re feeling saucy, there’s no better place to be Memorial Day Weekend than Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest!
In addition to Yuengling and other craft beer selections, we’ll also be featuring Carbliss, a spirit-based premium craft cocktail. Carbliss has no carbs, zero sugar, 100 calories, is gluten free and will be available in a variety of flavors, including Black Raspberry, Cranberry, Pineapple and Peach.
