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New Badge: Celebrate with America's Stout!

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Celebrate with America's Stout! Badge

Skip the mass-produced imports and celebrate St. Patrick's with America's craft stout—Milk Stout & Milk Stout Nitro! Brewed by Left Hand Brewing Company, an independent craft brewery for 30+ years, this award-winning stout delivers rich coffee & chocolate notes, a creamy mouthfeel, and a mesmerizing nitro cascade that's as smooth as it is magical. Whether you're toasting at the pub or pouring at home, this is the brew that brings all the flavor this season!

Badge Criteria: Check in one (1) Left Hand Brewing Company Milk Stout or Milk Stout Nitro between February 21, 2026 and March 21, 2026.

Saying Goodbye to Direct Messages on Untappd

Hello Untappd Community!

We're sharing some bittersweet news today. The Direct Messages (DM) feature, which we created to connect remote friends in our community, will sunset on March 2, 2026. Thank you to everyone who used it to share check-ins, recommendations, and stories over great beers.

Why the Change

Over time, DM usage has declined as more of our community connects in person at events, taprooms, and gatherings or remotely via social media and other messaging platforms. We've also seen an uptick in irrelevant messages and spam that dilute the real conversations. We're sunsetting the feature to focus on what works best: authentic, drinks-centered interactions.

Sharing Continues

Community building is more important than ever. Sharing with friends remains a core part of the Untappd experience.

You can keep sharing check-ins to Messages, Instagram, and other on-device options directly from the app.

Existing conversations will stay readable for now, so you have time to review them or connect outside the app. They will be fully removed in a future update in the coming months.

A huge thank you to our incredible community. Cheers to more check-ins and shared moments ahead!

New Badge: Long Live Cold Beer

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Long Live Cold Beer Badge

805 is more than a beer, it's a way of life here on California's Central Coast. Where legends aren't born, they're made.

The original 805 Blonde Ale is the refreshing beer that started it all. For something lighter there's 805 Cerveza, a California lager brewed with lime. There's 8ZERO5 non-alc for when the moment calls for zero limits. Don't forget to check out the new 805 Chelada for more sabor.

Long Live Cold Beer.

Badge Criteria: Check in any one (1) of the Firestone Walker 805 family beers anytime between February 13, 2026 and February 13, 2027.

New Badge: The Squeeze Seeker

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The Squeeze Seeker Badge

Cali Squeeze is sunshine in a can. Bright citrus, real fruit flavor, and that easygoing California state of mind.

From Cali Squeeze Blood Orange to Peach Pomegranate and Raspberry Lime, the lineup is packed with juicy flavor for every kind of day. Plus, we're always dropping brewery-only one-offs and limited releases, so there's always a new Squeeze worth chasing.

Real Beer. Real Fruit. Real Life.

Badge Criteria: Check in any one (1) Firestone Walker Cali Squeeze beverage between February 13, 2026 and February 13, 2027.

New Badge: Fourtitude

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So many great things come in fours: seasons, clovers, and even beers. And the highest-rated beer style in 2025 deserves its own badge, right?

Well, today the wait is over, and you can now unlock the "Fourtitude" badge when checking in Quadruple IPAs on Untappd.

 Oh, and we know what you're thinking, and we got it covered. This badge is retroactive, so all your previous QIPA check-ins count towards leveling up this one.

Did you know that Omnisonicism, @thetestbrewery's collab with @omnipollo and @rootandbranchbrewing, is the current highest-rated QIPA of all time? So, only one question remains. In your humble opinion, who makes the best Quadruple IPAs?

Join the conversation on Instagram!

Badge Criteria: Check-in five (5) different beers with the style of IPA - Quadruple.

New Badge: Firestone Fanatic

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Firestone Fanatic Badge

Firestone Walker is celebrating 30 years of brewing on California's Central Coast. Thirty years of innovation, craftsmanship, and beers built for the long haul.

From classics like Union Jack IPA, Pivo Pils, Firestone IPA, and DBA, to everything we've brewed along the way, this badge is for the fans who've been there for the ride (and the ones just jumping in).

Here's to 30 years. Here's to the next round. Beer Before Glory.

Badge Criteria: Check in two (2) or more Firestone Walker beers between February 13, 2026 and February 13, 2027.

New Badge: The Mind Wanderer

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The Mind Wanderer Badge

Get Lost in the Haze: Introducing the Mind Wanderer Untappd Badge 🍻🌫️

Wander off the beaten path and straight into the haze.

We're excited to announce the launch of our brand-new Untappd badge: Mind Wanderer, made for the dreamers, drifters, and hop-lovers who know the best adventures start with a little Mind Haze.

Whether you're cracking open a can at home, grabbing a pint with friends, or chasing sunshine one IPA at a time, this badge is your official stamp of hazy greatness.

Sip. Check In. Repeat.

How to Earn the Badge

It's easy. Just check in one (1) Mind Haze beer on Untappd during the badge window and you'll unlock the Mind Wanderer badge.

From the original Mind Haze to the rest of the juicy lineup, every check-in counts. Pick your favorite, take a sip, and let your mind wander.

Want to explore the full Mind Haze family?
https://www.firestonewalker.com/pack/mind-haze-variety-pack/

Ready to Wander?

Grab your favorite Mind Haze, open Untappd, and earn your badge before the year disappears into the haze.

Badge Criteria: Check in any one (1) of the Firestone Walker Mind Haze beers anytime between February 12, 2026 and February 12, 2027.

New Badge: Firestone Walker Invitational Sweepstakes

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Firestone Walker Invitational Sweepstakes Badge

The Firestone Walker Invitational is where the best beers, best breweries, and best people come together for one unforgettable day in Paso Robles.

To celebrate, we're dropping a special Untappd badge for the fans who show up, crack one open, and join the ride.

Check in any Firestone Walker beer during the badge window and you'll earn the Firestone Walker Invitational badge. Then take it one step further by entering our sweepstakes for the chance to win an All-Access Brewery Adventure and experience the Invitational like never before.

Enter here:
https://www.firestonewalker.com/all-access-brewery-adventure-2026/

Badge Criteria: Check in any one (1) beverage by Firestone Walker Brewing Company between February 13, 2026 and April 12, 2026.

New Badge: Sip. Stamp. Repeat!

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Sip. Stamp. Repeat! Badge

Sip. Stamp. Repeat! The Austin Ale Trail is your guide to the coolest breweries, cideries, brewpubs, and bottle shops across Austin and beyond!

This passport will lead you to the city's best and trendiest taprooms. Explore Breweries, Collect Stamps, and Get Perks! Over 60 breweries, each offering a unique Passport Perk. Grab a beer, get stamped, and start unlocking discounts and freebies. Just like a real passport, only better!

Hop on the Austin Ale Trail
Web: atxaletrail.com
Insta: @AustinAleTrail

Badge Criteria: Check-in one (1) beverage in the Greater Austin, Texas area (50 miles radius from Latitude 30.27/Longitude -97.74) between February 6, 2026 and March 7, 2026.

Style Changes H1 2026

Thank you to the ongoing community for their continued support and contributions to the style vote process! If you have a style you'd like to see added or improved, please reach out to us at help.untappd.com with your suggestions.

New Styles

Lagers & Pilsners

  • Lager - Fruited: Lagers brewed with fruit additions, maintaining the clean lager character while incorporating fruit flavors.
  • Lager - Other Light: Light-bodied lagers that don't fit into existing light lager categories.
  • Pilsner - American: American-brewed pilsners with characteristics distinct from their Czech and German counterparts.

IPAs

  • IPA - Australian: IPAs showcasing Australian hop varieties and brewing techniques.
  • IPA - Session New England / Hazy: Lower-alcohol versions of the popular hazy New England IPA style.

Farmhouse Ales

  • Farmhouse Ale - Gotlandsdricke: A traditional Swedish farmhouse ale from the island of Gotland, brewed with juniper and smoked malt.
  • Farmhouse Ale - Koduõlu: Traditional Estonian farmhouse ale with roots in Baltic brewing traditions.
  • Farmhouse Ale - Vossaøl / Heimabrugg: Traditional Norwegian farmhouse ales from the Voss region.
  • Farmhouse Ale - Stjørdalsøl: Norwegian farmhouse ale from the Stjørdal region, known for its distinctive character.

Historical Beers

  • Historical Beer - Schoeps: A revived historical style from Silesia, featuring wheat and unique brewing techniques.
  • Historical Beer - Keptinis: A Lithuanian historical beer style made with baked malt mash.

Stouts & Porters

  • Stout - Smoked: Stouts brewed with smoked malts, adding a distinctive smoky character.
  • Porter - India Export: A stronger, hoppier porter style historically shipped to India.

German/Austrian Styles

  • Kölsch - Wiess: An unfiltered version of Kölsch, showcasing yeast character and haze.
  • Kellerbier / Zwickelbier - Dunkel: The darker, unfiltered version of kellerbier.
  • Kellerbier / Zwickelbier - Kellerpils: An unfiltered pilsner-style kellerbier.
  • Altbier - Doppelsticke: An extra-strong version of the sticke altbier style.

British & Irish Styles

  • Mild - Ruby: A ruby-colored mild ale, distinct from traditional dark and light milds.
  • Red Ale - Ambrée: French-style amber ales, bridging the gap between pale and red ales.

Ciders

  • Cider - Keeved / Cidre Bouché: Traditional French keeved ciders, naturally carbonated and often sweeter.
  • Cider - Other: Ciders that don't fit neatly into existing cider categories.
  • Cider - Hopped: Ciders with hop additions for aroma and flavor.

Makgeolli (Korean Rice Wine)

  • Makgeolli - Fruited: Traditional Korean rice wine with fruit additions.
  • Makgeolli - Other: Makgeolli variations that don't fit other categories.

Non-Alcoholic Styles

We've expanded our non-alcoholic offerings to better categorize the growing NA market:

  • Non-Alcoholic - Fruit Beer
  • Non-Alcoholic - Blonde / Golden Ale
  • Non-Alcoholic - Brown Ale
  • Non-Alcoholic - Festbier / Märzen
  • Non-Alcoholic - Bitter
  • Non-Alcoholic - Red Ale
  • Non-Alcoholic - Farmhouse Ale

Style Renames

Several styles have been renamed to better reflect their character or to align with historical naming conventions:

  • Altbier - Sticke → Altbir - Sticke / Latzenbier
  • Lager - American Pre-Prohibition → Historical Beer - Pre-Prohibition Lager
  • Grodziskie / Grätzer → Historical Beer - Grodziskie / Grätzer
  • Roggenbier → Historical Beer - Roggenbier
  • Cider - Herbed / Spiced / Hopped → Cider - Herbed / Spiced
  • Makgeolli → Makgeolli - Traditional
  • Lager - Leichtbier → Lager - German Light / Leichtbier

Badge Updates

The following style badges now include the new styles:

  • Trip to the Farm – Added: Farmhouse Ale - Gotlandsdricke, Farmhouse Ale - Koduõlu, Farmhouse Ale - Vossaøl / Heimabrugg, Farmhouse Ale - Stjørdalsøl
  • Magical History Tour – Added: Historical Beer - Schoeps, Historical Beer - Keptinis
  • To The Alt – Added: Altbir - Doppelsticke
  • I Believe in IPA! – Added: IPA - Australian, IPA - Session New England / Hazy
  • Haze for Days – Added: IPA - Session New England / Hazy
  • Session Life – Added: IPA - Session New England / Hazy
  • Respect the Kölsch – Added: Kölsch - Wiess
  • Zwickel City – Added: Kellerbier / Zwickelbier - Dunkel, Kellerbier / Zwickelbier - Kellerpils
  • Take A Dunk! – Added: Kellerbier / Zwickelbier - Dunkel
  • Crisp as Day – Added: Pilsner - American
  • Lager Jack – Added: Lager - Fruited, Lager - Other Light
  • Fruits of Your Labor – Added: Lager - Fruited, Makgeolli - Fruited
  • Heavy Weight – Added: Porter - India Export, Stout - Smoked
  • To The Port – Added: Porter - India Export
  • Beyond a Shadow of a Stout – Added: Stout - Smoked
  • Down In Smoke – Added: Stout - Smoked
  • Mild Mannered – Added: Mild - Ruby
  • Paint the Town Red – Added: Red Ale - Ambrée
  • Johnny Appleseed – Added: Cider - Keeved / Cidre Bouché, Cider - Other, Cider - Hopped
  • Grain Reaction – Added: Makgeolli - Fruited, Makgeolli - Other
  • Low Gravity – Added: All new Non-Alcoholic styles

Thank You

A huge thank you to our dedicated moderator community for their thoughtful voting and discussion based on the suggestions of the Untappd community of drinkers, brewers, and other moderators. Your expertise helps make Untappd's style database the most comprehensive in the industry!

Cheers!

New Badge: Baltic Porter Day (2026)

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🗓️ This weekend, let's celebrate Baltic Porter Day 2026!

⚓️ Porters originated in the early 1700s London beer scene, where rising malt taxes led breweries to innovate by reducing malt and increasing hops to prevent spoilage. They also aged the beer in wooden barrels to eliminate smoky flavors. This style became popular among porters, the workers who unloaded ships, giving the beer its name.

⛵️One of the first, or maybe even the first, to attempt to brew porter outside of England was by the Swedish brewer Sven Roos, working at the Nürnbergs Bryggeri brewery in Stockholm.

🥶 Did you know Baltic porters are traditionally lagers? They undergo a cold fermentation and lagering process, which plays a crucial role in maintaining their distinct, clean, and intricate flavors and more robust, velvety mouthfeel. On occasion, these beers occasionally undergo a cold ale fermentation process.

🖤 Porter beers share similarities with imperial stouts—often exhibiting flavors of cocoa, chocolate, nuts, and coffee. Additionally, they boast a higher alcohol content and are known for their deep, dark appearance.

Badge Criteria: Check in any one (1) beer in the style "Porter - Baltic" or "Porter - Imperial / Double Baltic" from January 17 to 19, 2026.

The Untappd Guide to THC Drinks

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Social drinking is evolving, and THC drinks are leading the charge, supplementing and replacing alcoholic beverages in many consumers' lives. 

Recognizing that beauty is in the eye of the beer-holder, Untappd has welcomed this shift, expanding its beverage categories to include THC drinks.

At Untappd, we know that great experiences come not just from what you sip, but how you share those sips with friends. THC-infused beverages are as social, flavorful, and community-driven as your favorite craft beer.

In this guide, we'll explore what THC drinks are, how they fit into today's social scene, and how you can start tracking and sharing your favorite cannabis beverage experiences right here on Untappd.

🍹 What Are THC Drinks?

THC drinks are beverages infused with Delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary intoxicating compound in cannabis, which provides relaxing and uplifting effects. From seltzers to sodas to waters, these drinks offer an alternative to alcohol that's flavorful, often low in calories, and hangover-free. 

THC drinks have a fast onset time, similar to alcohol's, with effects hitting in about 15 minutes. You can choose your drink's potency based on your experience level, with 5 mg THC drinks for beginners and 50 mg THC drinks available for advanced users. 

Hemp-derived THC drinks are federally legal, so they can be shipped nationwide or found locally in grocery stores, liquor stores, restaurants, music venues, and more. 

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📲 Tracking THC Drinks on Untappd

At Untappd, we believe in sharing the beverages that shape your lifestyle, and THC drinks are no exception. Here's how you can seamlessly incorporate them into your Untappd experience:

✓ Add New Beverages

Not seeing your favorite THC drink in the Untappd database? Add it! Include details like brand, flavor profile, THC dose, and product photos.

✓ Rate and Review

Share tasting notes and your overall experience. Was it citrusy and crisp? Did the effects hit gently or strongly? Your review helps others discover the perfect beverage for their vibe.

✓ Create Lists

Build and share lists like:

  • Top THC seltzers for summer
  • Best cannabis drinks for a chill night
  • THC beverages in my fridge

✓ Explore by Mood or Occasion

Use Untappd's social features to find THC drinks that fit specific activities, from outdoor adventures to backyard hangouts.

🧠 Safety & Consumption Tips

Just like alcoholic beverages, THC drinks deliver effects that vary by person and dose. Here are a few best practices:

  • Start low, go slow: Especially if you're new to cannabis beverages, begin with a low dose and give it time to take effect before consuming more.
  • Know your local laws: Cannabis regulations can vary, so always make sure you're compliant.
  • Plan ahead: Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after consuming a THC drink.

🍻 Beyond the Buzz

THC drinks aren't here to replace beer; they're here to expand the way we think about social beverages. They invite experimentation, conversation, and a community that's passionate about flavor, experience, and connection.

On Untappd, we're excited to support this growing category. Let's toast to new experiences in 2026!

New Badge: La Trappe Quadrupel – 35 years

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La Trappe Quadrupel – 35 years Badge

The beer that defined a category Although strong, complex abbey beers had existed before, La Trappe Quadrupel set a new benchmark and gave this beer its own identity within the world of speciality beers.

You can taste that uniqueness in every sip: warm amber in colour, crowned with a creamy head. Defined by aromas of clove and nuts, balanced by sweet notes of vanilla, raisins and banana. Its full, intense flavour is malty, with warming hints of date and caramel. A beer that calls not for haste, but for attention.

For 35 years, La Trappe Quadrupel has been brewed with dedication. And throughout 2026, we celebrate this milestone – with unique activations, special moments and a tribute to the beer that defined a category.

Keep an eye on La Trappe's channels and discover the surprises the brewery has in store for enthusiasts in 2026.

Badge Criteria: Check-in one (1) La Trappe Quadrupel between 1/1/26 and 12/31/26.

New Badge: GET $5 BACK FROM ATHLETIC BREWING!

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 GET $5 BACK FROM ATHLETIC BREWING! Badge

As the de facto name for non-alcoholic beer, we're sticking our flag in the frozen ground to finally set the record straight: it's officially Athletic January from here on out. You see, dry is all we do, and we do it really, really well. We're the #1 NA Beer Brand with better flavor and more variety. So this year, don't spend January asking yourself how you'll make it 'til the end. Ask for Athletic and make the month more enjoyable than it's ever been.

CLICK HERE TO GET $5 BACK ON A PINT OR 12OZ CAN OF ATHLETIC.

Offer begins 1/1/26 and ends 2/9/26. Must be 21+ years of age to participate. Limited quantities available and offer valid only while supplies last. Offer valid on purchases made in and by legal residents of the United States and D.C. except MS. To receive $5 back, you must purchase ONE (1) pint or ONE (1) 12 oz. can or ONE (1) 19.2 oz. can of Athletic Brewing Co.® non-alcoholic beer from a licensed off-premise or on-premise retailer that reflects a purchase price greater than $5.01 net of taxes or fees ("Qualifying Purchase"). To redeem, participant must scan the QR code or visit amgpromos.com/ATH8320862W and will be required to provide a valid date of birth (MMDDYYYY), state and a valid Qualifying Purchase receipt. Upon verification of eligibility and Qualifying Purchase receipt, participant will be sent $5. Limit ONE (1) rebate per receipt and submission, maximum of ONE (1) rebate during the Offer Period. This offer may not be combined with any other offer, rebate, or coupon. Qualifying Purchase receipt must be dated between 1/1/26 – 2/9/26 and received by 2/9/26 at 11:59:59 PM ET. For full terms and conditions visit amgpromos.com/ATH8320862W. Message & data rates may apply. Sponsor: Athletic Brewing Company LLC.

Athletic Brewing Company LLC. Milford, CT and San Diego, CA. Near Beer <0.5% alc/vol.

Badge Criteria: Check in one (1) Athletic Brewing Co.® non-alcoholic beer between January 1, 2026 and January 31, 2026.

Untappd Recappd 2025 is Here!

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Your 2025 Journey Awaits

🚀 Launch into your 2025 Untappd Recappd presented by Crescent Canna, a cosmic journey through your year of legendary check-ins. Join the month-long Recappd mission where every daily toast and check-in fuels your faction's fight to claim the ultimate prize: choosing the 2026 app icon that will beam across the galaxy.

Launch Your Journey →

December 15 - January 15, 2026

Presented by Crescent Canna

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Get America's favorite THC drinks shipped right to your door. Enjoy $20 off your next order with code: UNTAPPD20

Shop Now

Must be 21+ to purchase. THC products may not be legal in all states. Please consume responsibly.

Choose Your Allegiance

Declare your cosmic faction and rally with fellow space explorers. Your allegiance shapes the future of Untappd. Help your side dominate the leaderboard, forge interstellar friendships, and seal your legacy by selecting the 2026 app icon. A new app icon will be available for all users in early 2026.

📅 Daily Missions

Each day has new missions with different earning opportunities

1: Daily Recappd Badge

Check in to any drink style during the day: Earn 1 Point

2: Featured Styles Badge

Find any one drink matching today's featured styles: Earn 2 Points

Maximum 3 points per day for your faction

Make sure to claim your faction to see your points totals update each day

All points from your account are applied to the faction you've selected during calculation. You may switch factions at any time, and all points will be reassigned to your chosen faction nightly.

Statistics are updated nightly

Untappd Insider Exclusives

Unlock premium features available only to Insiders

🚀 Time Travel

Journey through the space-time continuum of your beer history. Revisit past years in this stellar new format and witness how your taste has evolved across the cosmos.

🎨 All App Icons

Command the entire icon armada! Access all app icons, including all faction's designs and more! in 2026. Your home screen, your rules.

Unlock these and other exclusives with Untappd Insider

Become an Insider Today →

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