Just a short time ago, Brisbane had very few options for beer lovers. Now there is something for every type of beer lover.
We need more beer Shankers
It is frustration for beer lovers to go to a restaurant that has a wine list like a phone book and a beer list written on the back of a postage stamp. Aaron Caruana finds a restaurant in Adelaide that is quietly serving up good beer with its award-winning food…
Real Ale
On a recent trip to the UK, Aaron Caruana went on a hunt for some of the Great White Buffaloes of his beer world…some of the big names in Real Ale. Here’s what he bagged…
In the Meantime, I’ll have a beer…
UK brewer Meantime’s beers have been available in Australia for some time – and we all know the history of IPA as a beer than can travel, but it’s always good to sample a beer at its source and see for yourself, as Aaron Caurana discovers.
Seeking Australia’s beer oases
Travelling widely around Australia for his day job, Aaron Caruana has had a good chance to check out the Australian beer scene on the ground. This is what he has found.
Brewing in the Big Shed
Aaron Caruana meets up with three guys on a journey to establish their own brewery. Over the next few month he will report on their progress in making a reality out of every homebrewer’s dream…
Building a head of steam
Aaron Caruana heads to the mouth of the Murray to let off some steam…
Beer on the dining table
Aaron Caruana ponders why more people don’t serve beer with their meals. After all, done well and it is superb….
Brewing with the boys…
Aaron Caruana takes a look to see what Adelaide’s BrewBoys have got going on under the hood.
Swanning around the Swan Valley
In Perth with a few hours to spare? Why not head off to the Swan Valley and visit some breweries? The Swan Valley is a mere twenty five minutes from the Perth CBD and is packed with wineries, coffee roasters, great places to eat and most importantly craft breweries. If you have just a few… Read more →