PHOENIX magazine, in partnership with the Arizona Craft Brewer's Guild, is proud to present the 5th Annual AZ Craft Beer Awards, recognizing the best in Arizona brewing! The Arizona Craft Beer Fest, held on October 31, 2026, will be the celebration of these awards, bringing the beer community together so we can all enjoy the best Arizona has to offer!

OK, I know it's impossible to say what beers are the "best" in any particular beer style since taste is very subjective. However, I feel these hit the mark every time and you will not likely be disappointed with any of these. This list is specifically for West Coast IPA. Thankfully, Arizona breweries keep improving and we have a lot of high quality choices when it comes to IPA. Am I missing any? Please comment below to let me know! Also, this list will evolve and change as