Pursuit of Hoppiness

The Beer Project — Urbanaut

Working with a hangover is never fun, even if you’re a brewer. The effects of Urbanaut’s…

The Hoptimist — Neon, Lactose & A Missing T-shirt

There’s a rumour that somewhere out there exists a t‑shirt emblazoned with “Dean Moses” in full…

Exploring Vancouver’s Historic Brewery Creek

It’s 12 years between drinks in Vancouver, but I’m finally back at one of my favourite…

Don’t Fear The Dark — How To Enjoy Stout

In 15 years writing and talking about beer, I’ve learned the style that most surprises people…

Price of Beer: Paying More Might Be Worth It

Inflation, that invisible bandit, has been nicking coins out of our pockets faster than you can…

Fermented Culture — After The Fall

Continued Consolidation with Volstead Takeover

The group behind Christchurch’s small and experimental Concept Brewing have taken over the larger Volstead Trading…

Globe-trotting Kiwi Brewer Sets Up In Singapore

Nick Calder-Scholes the Kiwi brewer behind the phenomenal success of Sydney’s One Drop is now head…

Instagratification: Dusty’s Fresh Hop Faves

Photographer, beer-lover and Instagram influencer Dusty, picks his highlights from the latest releases.

Urbanaut Harmonie Hazy Belgian IPA

An argument could be made that the first hazy beer was Belgian.  With its low bitterness,…

Garage Project Harvest Home

Just when you think you’re out, fresh hop season pulls you back in… Garage Project Harvest…

Southpaw New Brighton Lager

With the fresh hop race finally dying down, it’s time to pair things all the way…