News & Feature Stories
Best New Beers Of 2018: An Introduction
Ahead of our state by state by territory look at the best new releases of 2018, we thought we'd take an overarching look at how we go about it and the challenges inherent in attempting such a task in this crazily busy beer world.
The Abbotsford Renaissance
In recent times, you were more likely to see FOR LEASE signs going up on Abbotsford's historic pubs. But that's all changing, as new owners have injected life into a trio of pubs, helping turn it into one of Melbourne's best 'burbs for good beer.
The Incubators: Batch Brewing
As they prepare to turn five, we look at how Batch has acted as an incubator for so much talent in and around the Sydney beer scene through the eyes of its founders and those who've worked there over the years.
Beer Garden Brews
After a career in the mines, the Butterworths moved to Port Lincoln with their kids for a seachange. They took over a mothballed bakery and now the grain deliveries are flowing again to fill the mash tun at Beer Garden Brewing.
The Story Of: Pacific Ale
As 2018 draws to a close, Stone & Wood has been celebrating a decade of brewing. That means its first beer, Draught Ale or, as it became later, Pacific Ale, is ten too. Here, we trace its story and weigh its role in the growth of craft beer.
Hottest 100 Beers: Memory Lane
Other than the poll's founders, few people have been as close to the annual Hottest 100 Craft Beers poll as Pete "Prof Pilsner" Mitcham. As voting opens for year eleven, he takes a look back down Memory Lane at its evolution.
Who Brews Mephisto Beers?
It's been a while now since we first spoke to Pete Wellington of Mephisto as part of a look at the next wave of SA brewers. Now, with his beers a regular fixture at indie venues in Adelaide, we went back to find out more.
Paying For Beer
As Endeavour becomes the first Australian brewing company to launch a public equity crowdfunding campaign, we look at the growing number of options on the table for brewery owners looking to build their businesses.
Aussie Beerstagrammers: Beers In The Sun
Summer's here so it must be time for beers in the sun. Or, more accurately, Beers In The Sun, the unique Instagram account featuring illustrations of Aussie beer cans.
Getting Blind With Crafty: NEIPAs
For the first time in many years of running blind tastings, we've had a brewery go back to back in top spot. In our final panel tasting of 2018, we looked at NEIPAs from breweries across Australia and here's how they fared.
Featured Events
Blues, Brews and BBQ at Hobart Brewing (VIC)
Now in its third year, Hobart Brewing's Blues, Brews and BBQ is a music festival and BBQ competition…
Coming Events
Yesterday,
Blues, Brews and BBQ at Hobart Brewing (VIC)
Today,
Brewers Feast 2019 (VIC)
Today,
Korben D Is Back, Fresh As You Like, At Akasha (NSW)
Today,
Fruit Beer & Cheese Pairing Masterclass At 3 Ravens (VIC)
Tomorrow,
Blues, Beers and Bikes At Prancing Pony (SA)
Tomorrow,
Blues & Blueberry Festival At Otway Estate (VIC)
