One thing I like about Melbourne is the bars and pubs hidden away in laneways. Sometimes they’re really hidden – I’ve walked right past a bar several times before even realising it […]
Craft Beer in Wollongong – The Little Prince
Five Things About … Wayward Brewing’s Midnight Barley Cowboy
1) Fridays is always special, seeing as how it’s the end of the working week and all. But I like to make it a bit more special. So rather than driving, I […]
The Thursday Quote
“Drink beer regularly – it’s good for you!” Ad for Tooth’s beer circa 1930s
Beer on the Box – Fosters
Australia has a go at one of those national “aren’t we tops” ads. It’s not that good. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZGSqxw8qKA
Five Things About … Matilda Bay Wild Yak
1) Here’s another thing to add to that list entitled “I don’t understand WTF Matilda Bay is doing”. You’ve got their new beer, called Wild Yak. But it’s not “wild” – not […]
The Thursday Quote
“It was (and still is) a challenge for them. But they believe in the style and want to grow it. Currently it’s grouped with pale ales, but I believe in the future […]
Craft Beer in Wollongong – Samuel’s Bar
When you run a restaurant in the northern Wollongong suburb of Thirroul called Samuel’s and then decide to open up a bar next door. What do you call it? Well, once upon […]
Beer on the Box – VB
I may not like the beer, but I did like this ad. Especially the “guys who peaked in high school” banner.
Five Things About … James Boag’s Wizard Smith’s Ale
1) I prefer to see myself as a beer fan, rather than a craft beer fan. Yes, the sort of beers I like largely fall into the craft beer category, but I […]
The Thursday Quote
“Pasteurisation made beer easier to keep, hence easier to transport, and that led to the rise of mega-brewing. Now, wherever you are in the world, you can enjoy a perfectly bland Carlsberg.” […]
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