SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER
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.
MORE STORIES
Perfecting the Pilsner
Brunswick brewery Keeper Brewing is continuing its focus on crafting one style of beer, the Pilsner, as the category grows in demand.
The most popular Beer & Brewer stories of 2024
Last year proved to be a challenging one for the brewing industry, but there were still some good news stories and it’s great to see B&B readers looking at signs of hope over doom and gloom.
4 Pines supports McGrath Foundation by pouring pink
The 4 Pines Pink Beer is now pouring in venues around New South Wales, raising funds to support the vital work of the McGrath Foundation.
No-alcohol sector to reach $4bn growth by 2028
The no-alcohol sector is set for significant growth, presenting new opportunities for Australian beer producers.
Capital Brewing collaborates with Tourism Snowy Mountains
The partnership saw hikers including Capital’s Jonny Day take on the Snowies Alpine Walk to help encourage tourism in the area.
Stone & Wood opens Sydney Airport bar
The new bar will feature Stone & Wood’s core range of beers and is the brewery’s first branded bar at a major airport.
Don’t miss your chance to vote in the GABS Hottest 100 poll
Aussie beer lovers have until Midnight Sunday, 12 January to vote for their favourite five Aussie craft beers in the 2024 GABS Hottest 100.
The Coca-Cola Company to buy Billson’s
The Coca-Cola Company announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Australian brewer and RTD producer, Billson’s
Beerfarm eyes national expansion with new brewery
Independent WA craft brewery, Beerfarm, is building a new brewery and taphouse on the NSW Central Coast.
Moon Dog opens fifth Melbourne venue
Moon Dog Beach Club in Frankston will open its doors on 20 December offering four bars and a beer garden.
BrewCon and The Indies postponed until 2026
The Independent Brewers Association has announced that The Indies Awards and BrewCon will not take place in 2025.
Recipe of the Week: Tali Warnock’s award-winning Scottish Light
Tali Warnock from the South Australian Brewing Club shares the recipe to her Scottish Light.
HPA announces new CEO
Hop Products Australia has announced its new CEO will take over when Tim Lord retires at the end of April.
GABS dates announced for 2025, tickets on sale
The festival will be hosted across Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney, with tickets now available for all three cities.
2025 AIBA entries to open soon
The Royal Australian International Beer Awards returns for its 31st year with a new category, four new trophies and three new beer classes.
Molly Rose pours free Christmas Day pots
The Collingwood brewery will open its doors for half an hour on Christmas day for its annual tradition of giving away free beers.
Fermentis unveils upgraded facilities at Belgian yeast plant
Fermentis has completed significant upgrades at Algist Bruggeman, improving the microbiological quality of its brewing yeast.
Recipe of the Week: The timeless German beer that deserves more attention
One of the classic styles, and one of the most fabulous beers steeped in history, Kölsch is often underrated and overlooked.
WHAT’S BREWING
Little Creatures Geelong unveils exciting $4m renovation
Little Creatures, one of Australia’s most cherished craft brewers, is proud to unveil its newly renovated brewery and hospitality venue in South Geelong.
Southwest Sydney brewery hits the market as a turnkey operation
Deal includes approved DAs to expand brewing capacity, and run a taproom and event space
Ostra Distillers – Business for Sale
All Ostra Distillers assets, site, brand and intellectual property are available for sale.
New resources from Fermentis
Fermentis has developed resources for the low and no alcohol beer trend.
Cheers to XXXX Ultra Zero Carb
XXXX has unveiled an exciting innovation in the zero carb space with Ultra Zero Carb.
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?