I had the good fortune to catch up with our Wellington correspondent, Kiwi no longer in Oz, this week. Ramesh is a knowledgable and generous host and as a bonus he turned on some glorious weather. Like all Aussies I …
33 Degrees – Manly’s newest craft beer mecca
In all the years I’ve been enjoying the delights of Manly, the New Brighton has been the forgotten pub for me. Back in the ’80s I would frequent the long demolished Hotel Manly, the ’90s the Steyne or the (Ivan)’Hoe …
The Meaning Behind the Weird Symbols on 20 Beer Labels
via Nick Greene at Mental Floss Breweries are some of the oldest companies in the world, and beer labels are full of little symbols and phrases that point to their storied histories. That, or they just load up the bottles …
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Induction – Shep #63, Phil #64, Neil #65, Nick #66
Sydney is about to enter one of its finest periods. The Vivid Harbour Lights festival kicks off tonight (23rd) and Circular Quay will become packed. Last night on the ferry we got a little peek – but everything will be …
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Garage Bar & Diner
Just discovered what I thought was a new bar in Bridge Street, but it has apparently been around for 8 months. Garage or (maybe more formally Bridge St Garage Bar * Diner) is a stripped back bar opposite the Stock …
20 Amazing Beer Bottle Designs
via Airows Beer bottle label designs are becoming better and better. There are some brilliant designs here. Enjoy… Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source
Winning at the Rocks Brewery Bar
Courtesy of a Crafty Pint competition, this correspondent was lucky enough to win a growler full of a beer of his choosing at the Rocks Brewery Bar in Alexandria. All I had to do was pick it up, which made …
Batch Brewing Co – almost a reason to move back to Marrickville
Many, many moons ago this correspondent lived in Marrickville. It was in fact where Mr and Mrs Bladdamasta bought their first humble abode. We were just off Sydenham Road and just off the flight path. We could ring Qantas and …
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Official Duff Beer launched in Australia this month
via News.com.au IT’S what Homer Simpsons calls his “Achilles heel” — and now Duff Beer is a hop, skip and a jump from your own esky. That’s right, Simpsons fans, Duff Beer is heading Down Under. Mmmm. Beer. In a …
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Stainless Steel Insulated Growler
via Cool Material With the ability to keep your cold beer chilled for over 24 hours, this insulated growler eliminates the need to quickly head home after filling it up. The clever clamp top will keep any liquid from leaking …
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