Articles by Will Ziebell

Brew & A: Luke Cooper

Brew & A: Luke Cooper

One of the country's first alcohol-free brewing companies, the proudly indigenous-owned and led Sobah recently appointed their first head brewer, Wailwan man Luke Cooper. We caught up with the "bushtucker brewer".

May 23, 2022 by Will Ziebell


Supporting Flood Victims With Beer And Cheer

May 19, 2022 by Will Ziebell

Craft Beer Coopery has spent years encouraging men to talk about their mental wellbeing. Their latest initiative sees them send their conversation-starting craft beer crates to Lismore in support of those impacted by recent floods.


Who Brews Middle Island Beers?

May 10, 2022 by Will Ziebell

Middle Island isn't as well known as some of Victoria's other coastal outposts but for Warrnambool locals, it holds a special place in their hearts. Middle Island Brewing Co is a new brewing company launched by a group of locals who want to put their island and region on the map for craft beer drinkers.


Philter: Five Years In Five Beers

May 10, 2022 by Will Ziebell

Philter may only just turned five but somehow it feels like the brewing company has been part of the craft beer industry for longer. We caught up with two of the Sydney outfit's founders to walk us through their first five years in five beers.


The Collaborators: Mogwai Labs

May 5, 2022 by Will Ziebell

Wollongong and surrounds already have a vibrant local beer scene; now adding to its crafty credentials is a new liquid yeast manufacturer, Mogwai Labs. We spoke to founder Josh Allen about foraging yeast and his plans for the business.


Melbourne To Gain An Alcohol-Free Taproom

May 3, 2022 by Will Ziebell

We've regularly covered the rise of non-alc beer, and while Monceau Co's main focus is kombucha their story mirrors that of many craft breweries. As they announce a Brunswick taproom, we spoke to the owners about their plans.


Molly Rose's Grand Designs

April 28, 2022 by Will Ziebell

Molly Rose are working on plans that will allow them to take their collaborations with winemakers and chefs to a new level. We caught up with founder Nic Sandery to hear what he's been cooking up at his Collingwood home.


Who Brews Merino Beers?

April 26, 2022 by Will Ziebell

Merino Brewery clearly take great pride in their region, putting its pioneering role in the Australian wool industry at the forefront of their business since opening in February. We caught up with them to find out Who Brews Merino beers?


The Disposable Hero Of Hopocrisy

April 21, 2022 by Will Ziebell

He's been working in beer and hospo for more than three decades, has sold more beer than most Australians, and now finally has one of his own. We caught up with one of Melbourne's best known faces in beer to find out more.


Young Henrys: Ten Lessons From Ten Years

April 15, 2022 by Will Ziebell

Young Henrys have brewed so many collaborations, sponsored so many events, and sold beer at so many gigs you'd be forgiven for thinking they're older than ten. As they mark that milestone, they share some of the lessons learned.

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