Friday, May 28th, 2010
Official figures show that Australian beer consumption has dropped to a record 60 year low.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics figures show that around 4.49 litres of beer was consumed per person from June 2009 to date and this is the lowest on record since the early 1950′s. Beer consumption peaked in 1979 at 6.4 litres of beer per person but has been in a steady decline ever since. Some believe this is due to Australians becoming more choice driven in what beer they decide to drink, choosing quality over quantity. I for one agree with this and know that since starting BeerAdvice I have tried some unique and unforgettable brews which have enabled me to make a better decision when purchasing my next beer. Others believe this decrease is due to the current economic climate. What do you think?
Regardless of beer consumption hitting a record low in Australia I’m not the least bit worried. I for one won’t be decreasing my consumption especially on a Friday and after a hard weeks work!
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Monday, May 17th, 2010
The Beer & Brewer expo hits Melbourne later this week, opening it’s doors Thursday 20th May. It’s proudly sponsored by Dan Murphy’s.
It is a celebration of all things beer and a must for any beer lover. It will be taking place in the always happening Federation Square, Melbourne. Visitors to this great event will be able to sample unique brews from all parts of the globe as well as being able to speak face to face with the brewers themselves. The event coincides with the Australian International Beer Awards and will enable us keen beer lovers to unite with the brewing community.
Session times are as follows:
Thursday May 20 11am – 4pm The Atrium (Trade only)
Friday May 21 11am – 4pm Young and Jackson Hotel (Trade only)
Friday May 21 12-4pm and 5-9pm The Atrium (Public sessions)
Saturday May 22 11am – 5pm River Terrace (Public session)
Tickets for the above public sessions cost $26.75 each and if you’re quick early birds tickets are still floating around online at Ticketek.
Full details can be found on the Beer & Brewer Expo website here.
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Thursday, December 24th, 2009
Beeradvice would like to wish everyone a happy & safe Christmas, followed by an amazing New Year!
We look forward to bringing you more reviews in 2010 and hopefully with a new look site so stay tuned.
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Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009
Lion Nathan has launched a new addition to their Tooheys Extra Dry range, 5 Seeds.
Have a guess what type of beer this actually is? Cider!
5 Seeds has been produced by the same people that made the popular Tooheys Extra Dry brew which is reassuring to know. It’s a medium cider reported to have slightly tangy apple characteristics coming through in both the flavour and aroma. Real apple juice sourced from Braeburn apples is used in this cider to produce a very light coloured beverage that in appearance can be compared to white wine. The aptly chosen name 5 Seeds, refers to when a perfect apple is cut in half across the core and in theory should reveal five seed chambers each with one seed in it. I can’t say I’ve ever had a perfect apple but obviously the creators of this beer have.
Unfortunately I have yet to see this cider make an appearance at my local bottle store but I am optimistic it will be on the shelves shortly awaiting my review. This is new territory for Lion Nathan so if you have already tried it, please post your comments below as we are all keen to know.
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
If you are a subscriber of the inthemix mailing list like myself, then you would have noticed a recent email was sent to you with the subject line [ITM] Who loves a free beer?
I’d like to confirm that this is a legitimate survey and I have spoken with inthemix staff to verify this. Unfortunately though as nicely as I asked they wouldn’t tell me what the free beer was except that it was a new product which they are conducted research for. So until I get my ‘free beer’ all I can suggest is that if you’re also a member of inthemix get onto the survey via your email link at get yourself some free beer!
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Monday, July 21st, 2008
On June 7 the XXXX Gold Retreat was debuted at Sandown Raceway in Melbourne following the V8 Supercar Championship Series. It comprises of a huge B double truck that converts into a full functioning two level bar along with a stage for performances and if this isn’t enough to entice you it also includes a massive screen which keeps you updated with all the on track action.
The XXXX Gold Retreat will be coming to all of the Australian rounds of the V8 Supercars Championship series, with the next location being Winton Raceway in Victoria.
Unfortunately I missed my opportunity to check out this awesome feat of engineering here in Queensland but if you want to see it for yourself and enjoy an icy cold XXXX Gold in a guaranteed prime track location then head over to the V8 Supercars calendar and check out when the XXXX Gold Retreat is coming to race track near you.
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