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Lager once again leading the way in Australia
Australia has had a long love affair with lager, and after years of hop-heavy beers dominating lighter styles are growing again.
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BeerFest Sydney calls for greater support for live music
BeerFest Australia engages more than 30 musical acts over its festivals, with Sneaky Sound System headlining the Sydney event.
Australia’s best beers named at Sydney Royal Beer & Cider Show
Australian breweries scooped a total of 11 trophies at an awards ceremony in Sydney, where Esker Beer Co. dominated the champion trophies.
Independent breweries advocating for excise reform
Amid trying times for the brewing industry and damaging tax hikes, MPs across the country agree on the need for reform.
NZ Champion Brewery, Three Boys, talks two decades of brewing
Owner Ralph Bungard spoke about the changing perception of beer, 20 years of ups and downs, and what makes Three Boys special.
Brewer spotlight: Nic Sandery’s diverse inspirations
Travelling extensively and engaging with other Australian drinks producers has allowed the Molly Rose founder to create a unique brewery.
New data puts beer consumption back in growth
New research from NiQ indicates that beer consumption is back on the rise in Australia, both at home and in venues – trumping spirits.
Leave your legacy and name the next Stone & Wood beer
To celebrate its new release in collaboration with Crystalbrook Byron, the Byron Bay brewery is hosting a beer-naming competition with a luxury trip up for grabs.
Fruit beer release round up
With spring well and truly sprung, we highlight three new fruit beer releases as we reach ideal weather for the style.
Finalists announced for GABS Can Design Awards 2024
The 10 finalists have been chosen by a public vote and will now be assessed by a panel of judges before the winner is announced on 13 September.
The Crafty Squire closes for major renovation
The first stage of the transformation will be unveiled in summer, with all areas of the venue closed in the interim.
Deeds Brewing back in business for final summer stint
The Glen Iris taproom and brewery have temporarily reopened with three new brewers and a lineup of limited-edition beers.
Frenchies Bistro & Brewery welcomes return of Oktoberfeast
The annual event brings together German food favourites and freshly poured beers at the casual bistro and brewery in Sydney.
NZ brewery ordered to stop selling “offensive” beer
New Zealnd’s Te Aro Brewing, has been ordered to remove one of its beers from sale after it was found to be in breach of advertising standards.
Video: Beer lover’s collection of over 6000 bottles and cans
US beer collector Paul Kostrowski started collecting beer cans in 1969 and since then he has amassed a collection of over 6100 beer bottles and cans.
Brewer spotlight: Intuition, organisation, and a passion for process
Frenchies Brewery Head Brewer Sam McDonough spoke to Beer & Brewer about his decade in the industry, working with some of Australia’s most well-known craft breweries.
Oktoberfest returns to Hofbräuhaus Melbourne for 56th year
From polka dancing to bratwurst-eating extravaganzas, Hofbräuhaus is promising the biggest Oktoberfest celebrations yet.
Heads of Noosa unveils limited-release Helles German Lager
The Oktoberfest release has been brewed under The Reinheitsgebot, the 500-year-old law that governs beer production in Germany.
Join ballot to see Keith Urban at Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre
To celebrate the release of his new album Keith Urban is having a night of music and conversation in Marrickville in September.
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Cheers to Zero Carbs: XXXX Ultra Zero Carb Beer launches in Australia
Friday 9 August, 2024 – Iconic Australian beer brand XXXX has unveiled an exciting innovation in the zero carb* space, with the launch of XXXX Ultra Zero Carb*. This new product offers beer drinkers a guilt-free option with zero carbs*, breaking through the traditional barriers to beer enjoyment.
Exceeding ANZPAC targets through PakTech
As sustainability becomes non-negotiable for millions of Aussies, brands must respond. Targets from ANZPAC have been set to establish best practice. But what are they, and where does PakTech come in?
Hahn kicks carbs, not beer with Hahn Ultra Zero Carb*
In the latest move from Hahn, the Aussie brewer is encouraging the nation to kick carbs not beer. By enlisting the help of AFL legend, Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin, Hahn today unveils Hahn Ultra Zero Carb* to help Australians kick carbs without giving beer the boot.
White Bay’s modern lager stands out from the crowd!
White Bay Brewery’s Extra Pale Lager is a unique style that stands out from the crowd of craft beer as being something different. It is a style that isn’t yet very common in the beer market and we believe there is demand for it.
BRAUPAKT BLONDE ALE A HIT AT GABS
A top seller at last weekend’s GABS Festival Sydney was the delicious 6.5% Braupakt Blonde Ale collaboration brew between Germany’s oldest brewery, Weihenstephan and their Belgium neighbours, St Bernardus! The good news for beer connoisseurs is that it’s been restocked for GABS Brisbane and Melbourne this June.
2024 Sydney Royal Beer and Cider Show
In a landmark change for the Sydney Royal Beer & Cider Show, the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW has unveiled a revamped award structure for 2024, featuring nine new major trophies and prizes.