The final episode of The Crafty Pint’s Year In Beer 2024 series offers a special double-header featuring insights from industry experts. After covering the full set of Australian states, the series now turns its focus to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and the Northern Territory (NT). The episode highlights key milestones, including significant anniversaries, brewery expansions, and the success stories of local businesses in these regions.
In 2024, two ACT-based breweries—BentSpoke Brewing and Page Bottler—celebrate their tenth anniversaries. This marks a decade of brewing and retail success in the nation’s capital. The episode also covers expansions, acquisitions, and the fascinating journey of Tumut River Brewing Co, which has recently been taken over by former staff, marking a positive turnaround.
To explore the developments over the past year, The Crafty Pint welcomes three notable guests: Mat Farrington, Tim Rasheed, and Kyle Pearson.
Mat Farrington, the founder of CanBEERra, has been a key player in documenting the Canberra region’s craft beer scene for nearly a decade. He shares his admiration for Cypher Brewing’s weekly tinnie releases, as well as the excellent operations of To All My Friends and Herbert’s at Evatt, which have become standout craft beer venues in the capital.
Tim Rasheed, who opened Page Bottler ten years ago, brings his two decades of experience in booze retail to the discussion. He offers valuable insights into the indie beer world and emphasizes the importance of breweries staying true to their own identity rather than expanding too quickly.
Kyle Pearson, the driving force behind Alice Springs Brewing Co., recently acquired Beer Garden Brewing in Port Lincoln, marking a significant milestone in his career. Kyle reflects on 2024, a year in which his brewery celebrated the successful launch of its Territorian sub-brand and deepened its local ties. He also discusses the challenges and rewards of acquiring a brewery located 16 hours’ drive away from Alice Springs. Additionally, Kyle provides an overview of the NT beer scene, celebrating the successes of local brewers, including One Mile Brewing’s large Territory Bar-BQ Festival in October, despite a downturn in tourism.
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