A case for QLD as Australia’s new no. 1 beer state

Melbourne might have more options, WA more history, and West Sydney the greatest concentration of breweries per square kilometer, but … More

Reflecting on 2018 in beer and the top brewers

When I look back at my review of 2017, much of what I wrote applies to 2018 as well. That’s … More

22 beers featuring citrus fruits

Summertime is just about upon us, the temperature is rising, and the need for a refreshing thirst-quenching ale is high. … More

Brewers making uniquely Australian beer

The influence of the US in craft beer continues to be huge as just about everyone seems to be brewing … More

Breakfast beers

From breakfast stouts to smoothies, tropical fruit juice IPAs to coffee ales, Australian brewers are brewing up the most important … More

Brewery bars are helping craft brewers fight back

Last year when 4 Pines then Feral then Pirate Life all were sold in quick succession to beer corporations, Australian … More

A case for fresh beer as the new craft beer

“Craft beer” is dead. It was dead in 2017 and it’s still dead in 2018. The term rendered meaningless as … More

The art of the collab beer with Nomad Brewing

The collab beer is a staple of the independent beer community. At its best it captures the spirit of community … More

USA’s No.1 selling IPA lands in Australia

I remember the first time I drank Lagunitas IPA. It was straight from the bottle while waiting for my plane … More

Being a beer lover and a dad too

Becoming a father changes your life forever. The changes are profound and rewarding and yeah sometimes challenging. This blog has … More