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Lethbridge will leave the IBA after more than five years in the role to take on a new challenge in distilling. The IBA’s next CEO is yet to be announced. 
Cider Australia has opened entries to Australia’s most prestigious cider competition, the Australian Cider Awards. 
The Chief Operating Officer and Founding Brewer of Your Mate’s Brewing shares the personal and business lessons learned along the way. Cider’s explosive growth runs parallel to that of beer, driven by creative makers reimagining what cider can be.
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This week I take a look at the practice of using sulfites as a preservative in beer brewing, including the
As drinkers diversify and tastes evolve, forward-thinking brewers are doing what they’ve always done best—experimenting, adapting, and creating new ways to connect through craft.
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The Director and Co-owner of The Coastal Brewing Co is passionate about making a difference and reflects on her love for the craft beer industry. 
Packaging manufacturer Orora has launched Orora Express, which will help brewers improve design quality and efficiency. This week I take a look at the best practices for making hard seltzer at home. Seltzer has grown in
Aussie brewers, entries are now open for the 2025 NZ Beer Awards – including a new Aussie trophy! 
This Brewer Spotlight highlights Bracket Brewing’s Mike Meletopoulo who speaks to Beer & Brewer about his career built on finding balance. 
On 6 January, Mirella Amato made history by becoming the first person globally to earn beer’s two highest global certifications. 
Inspired by travels during his twenties, Brett Philips shares how he found his love for beer in Europe and how that inspires his work today. This week I take a look at mash profiles in BeerSmith and how you can select the right one to
An Englishman’s dream pub sparked Indy’s craft beer scene, leading to generations of brewers chasing flavor, community, and good vibes.
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It's unclear if the glass is half-empty or half-full after this week's Budget included no just support for independent breweries, but the Independent Brewers Association is hopeful there is a glimmer of hope. This week I take a look at when you should apply different mash techniques to achieve a particular style or
CEO of The Independent Brewers Association, Kylie Lethbridge, says while more can always be done, we can celebrate the progress that's been made to make the indsutry more inclusive. 
Grace Irwin, Marketing Manager at Hop Products Australia, advocates for diversity and inclusivity in brewing. This week I take a look at using sensory kits to enhance your ability to judge beers. These kits, while
Brewers are looking at how AI can improve efficiency and the overall brewing experience. But it's not yet poised to replace humans.
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While women are currently a minority in the homebrewing community, they are increasingly taking on leadership roles and becoming the most outspoken proponents of the hobby.
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With many breweries facing a slow January, the Brewers Association in the United States is encouraging people to support their local breweries. Many small-town breweries are woven into the fabric of their surroundings. They're gathering places for tourists and locals alike, representing Americana at its finest.
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Brunswick brewery Keeper Brewing is continuing its focus on crafting one style of beer, the Pilsner, as the category grows in demand. At Iowa's rapidly expanding Big Grove Brewery, the goal isn’t to make money today, but to make people come back tomorrow.
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One of the classic styles, and one of the most fabulous beers steeped in history, Kölsch is often underrated and overlooked. 
John Keske, President of Melbourne Brewers, has been kind enough to share this mouthwatering recipe of his award winning Kölsch. John Keske, President of Melbourne Brewers, has been kind enough to share this mouthwatering recipe of his award winning Kölsch.