Wagner Falci
How did you get into the beer industry? Why does beer matter to you?
I began my journey in beer as a homebrewer in 2013, driven by curiosity and a desire to understand how simple raw materials could be transformed through technique, time, and intention. Study came first, followed by practice, mistakes, and repetition. Over time, brewing stopped being just a technical exercise and became a language—a way to express ideas, cultural references, and a personal view of craftsmanship. Beer matters to me because it lives at the intersection of tradition and creativity. It carries history, place, and human presence, yet it constantly invites reinterpretation. Brewing taught me patience, respect for process, and the value of restraint. It also showed me how beer can connect people across backgrounds, whether in a casual setting or at the table with food and thoughtful pairing. For me, beer is not only a beverage, but a continuous pursuit of balance between knowledge, intuition, and humility.
Why do you judge at the World Beer Cup? What does judging at the World Beer Cup mean to you?
Judging at the World Beer Cup represents a responsibility to the global brewing community. It is an opportunity to approach each beer with attention, respect, and an open mind, recognizing the diversity of styles, cultures, and intentions behind every entry. For me, judging is an exercise in listening rather than imposing. It requires technical rigor, consistency, and fairness, but also sensitivity to context and expression. The World Beer Cup sets an important reference point for quality and excellence, and being part of that process means contributing to the preservation of high standards while encouraging honest craftsmanship. On a personal level, judging at the World Beer Cup is a moment of reflection and learning. Tasting beers from all over the world reinforces the idea that brewing is a shared language, spoken differently in each place. Being invited to serve in this role is both an honor and a reminder that excellence is built collectively.
What else would you like the world to know?
I believe time is one of the most important ingredients in brewing, and also one of the least respected. My work, both as a brewer and as an entrepreneur, is deeply shaped by patience — allowing beers to evolve, accepting uncertainty, and trusting long processes that cannot be rushed. Aging beer taught me that restraint, silence, and waiting are often as important as action. At DAORAVIDA, we build with a long-term mindset, choosing depth over immediacy and meaning over volume. This philosophy extends beyond beer: it influences how we grow a business, how we relate to people, and how we contribute to the brewing community. In a world driven by speed, I believe brewing can still be a space where time is honored, cycles are respected, and passion is measured not by urgency, but by commitment.
