Beer Tiny Mountain Refresh Lager

On a hot northern Queensland afternoon, drinking a good lager can feel like drinking from the fountain of youth.

The aptly named Refresh Lager draws inspiration from the rice lagers of the American pre-Prohibition era. Rice was first used in beer as a cheaper alternative to malted barley, but over time people came to realise it can lend a dry edge and work wonders in giving beer a crisp finish.

With a delicate flavour that straddles fruity and bready, as well as a touch of sweet candied banana, Refresh finishes clean and is the type of lager you’re happy to reach for on any given “beautiful one day, perfect the next” Queensland day.

Mick Wust