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GABS GABS
Since its inception back in 2011, GABS has been a beacon of connection between craft beer loving consumers and hundreds of craft breweries! Being Australia's biggest indoor beer festival, we provide a unique opportunity for you to make a difference and support beers from over 150 different breweries, pouring from more than 500 beer taps, all in one day!
And with the well documented challenges the industry has recently been faced with, you being at GABS is appreciated more than you know!
Thanks for making craft one of your beverages of choice!
GABS2024 SESSIONS
SYDNEY SYDNEY
31MAY-1JUNE
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SESSION 1: 6:00 PM - 11:30PM SESSION 1: 6:00 PM - 11:30PM SESSION 1: 11:00 AM - 4:30PM SESSION 2: 6:00 PM - 11:30PM
FRI 31 MAY FRI 14 JUNE FRI 21 JUNE SAT 1 JUNE SAT 15 JUNE SAT 22 JUNE SUN 23 JUNE
SESSION 2: 11:00AM - 4:30PM SESSION 2: 11:30AM - 5:30PM SESSION 3: 11:00AM - 4:30PM SESSION 5: 12:00PM - 5:30PM
SESSION 3: 6:00 PM - 11:30PM SESSION 4: 6:00 PM - 11:30PM
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GABS2024 WHAT’S ON
120 BRAND NEW FESTIVAL BEERS
GABS is the only place in the world where you can try 120 brand new and exclusive festival beers, brewed by 120 different craft breweries, most of whom are small independents, on the same day. Prepare for a taste adventure This is beer as you’ve never tasted before.
MERCH STAND
GABS BEER SAFARI
Each GABS attendee walks away with GABS Beer safari vouchers valued at up to $250. Use these vouchers at GABS exhibitor venues after the festival. T&Cs apply.
Need to stock up? Find the finest selection of beer tees, hoodies, headwear and gifts at the merch stand brought to you by Thirsty Merchants.
FRIDAY NIGHT PINK PARTIES!
Help to raise funds for a great cause GABS Friday night sessions have a whole new meaning!!! Officially dubbed “Pink Party” nights These sessions are dedicated to Pink Boots Society Australia. We call on all drinks lovers WEAR A TOUCH OF PINK and get down to GABS for a Friday night party with heaps of fun to be had!
GABS2024 WHAT’S ON
A DJ WITH LIVE SAX!
DJ Zaku's debut performance at GABS Sydney will have you on your feet.
MOUNTAIN GOAT APRES SKI CHAMPIONSHIP
Get ready for the ultimate dance battle with Mountain Goat. Start doing your warm up stretches and practicing your best moves because competition will be fierce And did we mention you’ll be wearing ski gear?
BETTER BEER
Calling all golfers, this one’s for you! This year you’ll have a shot at winning some epic golf gear, thanks to Better Beer.
Knock 2 cans off the wall = win a baseball cap
Knock 5 cans off the wall = win a golf tour bag
Prizes are limited to each session so beeline to Better Beer when you arrive for your shot to win!
WAVE GOODBYE TO BORING SNACKS
Look out for the delicious Hooleys Waves stand at GABS Drop by for a free sample!
GABS2024 WHAT’S ON
BEER HALL GAMES
Feeling competitive Challenge your mates to giant jenga, paddle pong, hook a tinnie or one of the many fun games, activities and competitions our exhibitors will be offering
MASTERCLASSES
UP & COMING BAR
The GABS Cares program, in partnership with Hop Products Australia (HPA), Konvoy and Bar Barons are proud to present the Up & Coming Brewers Bar showcasing four breweries in each city who are new or emerging in each state Come chat to brewers themselves, hear their origin story and taste their brews
Join us for exclusive Beer Masterclasses at GABS festival! Delve into the world of craft beer with expert guidance from seasoned brewers Learn about unique brewing techniques, explore diverse flavor profiles, and enhance your beer knowledge in a fun and interactive setting Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your beer tasting experience at GABS!
GABS2024 WHAT’S ON
HOT POTATO BAND
Experience the ultimate fusion of craft beer and live music at GABS festival! Get ready to groove to the infectious rhythms of Hot Potato Band and other talented musicians. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, delicious brews, and unforgettable performances that will keep you dancing all night long. Join us for an electrifying celebration of beer and music at GABS!
SILENT DISCO
Dance to your own beat at our Silent Disco! Grab a pair of headphones and immerse yourself in a world of music, where you control the tunes!
GABS ‘24 BEER EXPERIENCES PROMOTION
You’ll have the opportunity to add on an entry to Win A VIP Trip Germany’s Freising Volksfest Beer Festival; Win A VIP Trip to Australia’s Craft Beer Capital – The Sunshine Coast or a case of beer
GABS2024 WHAT’S ON
WORLD’S OLDEST BREWERY
Weihenstephan is coming to GABS ‘24! Come experience it for yourself & enjoy premium Bavarian quality in every sip
VISIT SUNSHINE COAST BAR
Enjoy great drops from Moffat Beach Brewing, BlackFlag Brewing, Brouhaha Craft Beer Brewery, Your Mates Brewing Co, Coolum Beer Co and Terella Brewing
METRO TRAINS
PSA!! Metro Trains will be providing additional train services for GABS Festival Melbourne on Friday 21 June, Saturday 22 June and Sunday 23 June 2024 so you can get to and from the Showgrounds with ease.
GABS2024 WHAT’S ON
#MADEFORMIXING
Monkey Shoulder, the official whisky of GABS Festival is fun, bold and 100% made for mixing Make sure you sample their legendary Monkey Colada Slushies, Monkey Maple Iced Coffee or our fave, the classic Ginger Monkey Plus, don't miss their whisky masterclasses with Monkey Shoulder Brand Ambassador Rachael Bartlett
AKASHA PADDLE PONG
MATSO’S WHEEL OF POURTUNE
The famous wheel of pourtune will take place on the main stage It’s a game show based off some of the best classic game shows like “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?”, “Deal or No Deal” and “The Price Is Right!”. Spin it to win it!
Take a paddle, hit a ball. How hard could it be….? Head to the Akasha stand and give it a go SYDNEYONLY
DART MACHINES AUSTRALIA
A new addition this year, it’s the perfect beer hall game!
GABS2024 SYDNEY MASTERCLASSES
SESSION 1 FRIDAY 31 MAY
WEIHENSTEPHAN - A 1000 YEAR JOURNEY
7:00 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
7:00 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
Marcus Englet, the Weihenstephan story
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
LET'S GO TO THE DARK SIDE
Exploring all that is dark and mysterious and downright rich and sultry in the world of roast Paired with chocolate
BEERS WITH THE TROPHY WINNING BREWERS
A brewers panel discussion
SESSION 2 SATURDAY 1 JUNE
UP & COMING BAR SNACK PAIRING PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY HPA
Listen to emerging brewers talk about their tasty beers while enjoying some tasty treats expertly matched by a Certified Cicerone
MEET DR TIM COOPER!
Q & A with 5th generation Dr Tim Cooper
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
BLINDFOLDS ARE BACK!
Wrapping up Session 2 with an old time favourite!!!
SESSION 3 SATURDAY 1 JUNE
BEERS WITH THE BREWERS
A brewers panel discussion
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
LET'S GO TO THE DARK SIDE
Exploring all that is dark and mysterious and downright rich and sultry in the world of roast Paired with chocolate
10:00 PM FIGHT CLUB
GABS2024 SYDNEY FOOD VENDORS
BRISKET AND BRAWN BBQ CO.
Brisket and Brawn BBQ Co is a Sydney-based food truck specializing in American barbecue They offer slow-smoked brisket, beef short ribs, and loaded tots made with high-quality ingredients. Follow them on social media to find out where they're parked next and get a taste of the best American barbecue in town
BURGER HEAD
We make burgers that taste good and do good We craft all of our products in house from mincing our own beef to crafting our own sauces and seasonings
CHURBURGER
Bringing you American style burgers and loaded fries!
DIRTY BIRD FOOD TRUCK
Specialising in Battered Fried Chicken Burger and Southern Style Hot Wings.
GABS2024 SYDNEY FOOD VENDORS
GOOSE ON THE LOOSE
Since 2014, we've been dedicated to crafting mouth-watering salami that has earned us our collection of highly coveted, prestigious food awards. Our secret lies in combining exciting flavours that create an irresistible, taste experience. We take pride in sourcing locally farmed meat, ensuring that every bite of our crafted salami is fresh and delivers on flavour.
KNUCKLES 2 YOU
A unique culinary journey through a variety of traditional and authentic flavours, influenced by our home inspired Bavarian recipes that date back over many decades
LETS DO YUM CHA
Lets Do Yum Cha is an events and catering business that serves delicious, handcrafted yum cha, made by their own Hong Kong trained Dim Sum chef, steamed on location in their food truck at events across the country. High volume specialists, but never wavering in quality, they're always a favourite at any sized event
LAMBDA SOUVLA GRILL
We are a Greek Street Food Truck specialising in authentic lamb, chicken and haloumi pita wraps and hot chips and loaded chips
GABS2024 SYDNEY FOOD VENDORS
LOBSTER HOUSE AU
We are Lobster House, an authentic American Lobster Roll restaurant that is located in Sydney CBD. We have been serving up Lobster Rolls for over a year now and are very excited to back at GABS in 2024.
ROADSHOW COFFEE
Roadshow Coffee & Empanadas brings specialty coffee and hot fresh empanadas to your event.
Our coffee is specialty grade, freshly roasted weekly. We offer hot and iced coffee, chai, chocolate and teas from Blak Brews. Empanadas, the classic latin street food, baked or fried! Roadshow will be serving hot empanadas for the whole festival, try our Pulled Pork empanada with our house made salsa verde!
MR SHISH RUB-A-DUB SEASONING
Mr Shish grilled Shish kebabs and snackpacks
GABS2024 SYDNEY FOOD VENDORS
SATAY BROTHERS
Started August 2017 in Sydney Australia, with a simple idea; to bring incredible flavours inspired by our roots to everyone, anywhere, at anytime. From Classic Satay, Malaysian Beef Curry, to Karaage Fried chicken, there something for everyone!
SMOKEY SUES BARBEQUE
Low and Slow Barbecue specializing in Smoked Meats, Burgers, Loaded Fries and Tacos.
VAMONOS PAELLA
Vamonos Paella is the Spanish Cuisine focused company provide different yummy food options
VOLKSWURST
We serve award-winning German sausages from a custom built German Kombi food truck
WANDERFOOD CATERING
Mini Pancakes - Wholesome , Healthy and tasty. We source our ingredients locally, using the highest quality ingredients. The pancakes are served with a selection of hand cut seasonal fruit and a delicious selection of toppings. A dozen pieces per serving , they are a perfect dessert for sharing with family and friends. Artisan, Healthy and delicious!
SYDNEY VENUE MAP
GABS2024 BRISBANE MASTERCLASSES
SESSION 1 FRIDAY 14 JUNE
WEIHENSTEPHAN - A 1000 YEAR JOURNEY
7:00 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
Marcus Englet, the Weihenstephan story
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
LET'S GO TO THE DARK SIDE
Exploring all that is dark and mysterious and downright rich and sultry in the world of beer paired with chocolate
BREW & A
Brewers panel discussion with Moffat Beach Brewery's Matty Wilson and Revel Brewing's Matt Cuthbert
SESSION 2 SATURDAY 15 JUNE
UP & COMING BREWS - PRESENTED BY HPA
Snack and beer pairings featuring U&C brewers & beers
BREW & A
Lets peel back the skin on Sour beers with Matt and Smoky
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
LET'S GO TO THE DARK SIDE
Exploring all that is dark and mysterious and downright rich and sultry in the world of Roast Paired with chocolate (tbc)
BRISBANE ENTERTAINMENT
SESSION 1 FRIDAY 14 JUNE
8:00
SESSION 2 SATURDAY 15 JUNE
GABS2024 BRISBANE FOOD VENDORS
SATE HOUSE FUSION
Sate House Fusion is an Asian Cuisine with an infusion of local flavours to deliver a unique experience, combining both the East and the West
MOTHA TRUCKA
Truck, serving up gourmet fresh as can be donut burgers and donuts glazed abd fille and yummy as can be fried chicken
BROOKLYN DEPOT
Brooklyn inspired burger joint from central Brisbane
GOOSE ON THE LOOSE
Goose on the L salamis Our ra flavours is an ex taste-buds
GABS2024 BRISBANE FOOD VENDORS
BRAZZO BOYS
Brazzo Boys is a Brazilian Churrasco (BBQ) food truck based in Noosa We use a variety of meats such as rump steak (Picanha), marinated chicken thigh, pork chorizo and also haloumi cheese and cook them in a flame of charcoal and wood Our meals are served with a Brazilian salad, in a crusty roll or on loaded fries It’s an authentic Brazilian way of cooking barbecue using a rotisserie with big spits smoking the meats to perfection
TIKI BOWL
We offer gluten free poke bowls Our menu is full healthy ingredients. Starting by choosing the protein between fresh Falafel (vegan), chicken teriyaki or Pork Belly, your poke bowl will be made fresh.
Tiki Bowl is made for everyone (Kids, vegetarians, Vegan, Health food…) variety of ced by our date back decades
CARLOS TACOS
Mexican Street food made with fresh local ingredients, everything is gluten free
BRISBANE VENUE MAP
GABS2024 MELBOURNEMASTERCLASSES
SESSION 1
FRIDAY 21 JUNE
UP & COMING BREWS - PRESENTED BY HPA
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
7:00 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
Snack and beer pairings featuring U&C brewers & beers
LET'S GO TO THE DARK SIDE
Exploring all that is dark and mysterious and downright rich and sultry in the world of beer paired with chocolate
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
BLINDFOLDS ARE BACK
An old time favourite is back!
SESSION 2
FRIDAY 21 JUNE
LET'S GO TO THE DARK SIDE
Exploring all that is dark and mysterious and downright rich and sultry in the world of beer paired with chocolate
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
BREWERS PANEL
Brewers panel dicussion with some of the best!
BLINDFOLDS ARE BACK
An old time favourite is back!
GABS2024 MELBOURNEMASTERCLASSES
SESSION 3 SATURDAY 22 JUNE
UP & COMING BREWS - PRESENTED BY HPA
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
7:00 PM
8:00 PM
9:00 PM
10:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
4:00 PM
Snack and beer pairings featuring U&C brewers & beers
LET'S GO TO THE DARK SIDE
Exploring all that is dark and mysterious and downright rich and sultry in the world of beer paired with chocolate
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
BLINDFOLDS ARE BACK
An old time favourite is back!
SESSION 4 SATURDAY 22 JUNE
BLINDFOLDS ARE BACK
An old time favourite is back!
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
BREWERS PANEL
Brewers panel dicussion with some of the best!
LET'S GO TO THE DARK SIDE
Exploring all that is dark and mysterious and downright rich and sultry in the world of beer paired with chocolate
SESSION 5 SUNDAY 23 JUNE
UP & COMING BREWS - PRESENTED BY HPA
Snack and beer pairings featuring U&C brewers & beers
BLINDFOLDS ARE BACK
An old time favourite is back!
I'M NOT A WHISKY DRINKER
Cocktails that challenge the perception of whisky
FIGHT CLUB
Brewer Vs Brewer - let the people decide!
GABS2024 MELBOURNEENTERTAINMENT
SESSION 1 FRIDAY 21 JUNE
SESSION 2 FRIDAY 21 JUNE
SESSION 3 SATURDAY 22 JUNE
GABS2024 MELBOURNEENTERTAINMENT
SESSION 4 SATURDAY 22 JUNE
SESSION 5 SUNDAY 22 JUNE
GABS2024
MELBOURNE FOOD VENDORS
400 GRADI
400 Gradi follows the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana guidelines, with founder Johnny Di Francesco being the first Australian inducted into the AVPN and serving as the principal of Australasia. Recognized for traditional fare and warm hospitality, 400 Gradi has received awards like 'World's Best Pizza' for its Margherita and 'Best Pizzeria in Oceania' for three consecutive years
BAO MELBOURNE
BAO'S & DUMPLINGS
Our culinary innovation fuses traditional Asia ingredients and techniques to create flavorful dishes Enjoy our Bao Buns with diverse fillings and handcrafte Chicken, Prawn, Beef, and Pork dumplings. Thes delicious Asian-inspired dishes are perfect for any even and will have you coming back for more
BILBO SNAGGIONS
Traditional Steam BAO Buns with a Melbourne twist!
Bilbo Snaggins - Grilled Gourmet Loaded Hotdogs
GABS2024 MELBOURNE FOOD VENDORS
BRAZ OZ BRAZILIAN BBQ
We are an authentic Brazilian charcoal barbecue company, we operate at Festivals, Events, Markets in Melboune and Regional, our barbecue is well known for being a high quality barbecue dish, our barbecue is fully produced in front of our customers performing a real show with our rotisserie barbecue machine.
BROOKLYN DEPOT
Brooklyn inspired burger joint from central Brisbane
DINGO ATE MY TACO
Dingo Ate My Taco serves up Melbourne's original birria and Texas-style tacos, featuring slow-cooked meats and veg, freshly-made salsas, and handmade tortillas.
GOOSE ON THE LOOSE
Goose on the Loose are purveyors of fine artisan salamis. Our range of highly-awarded and unique flavours is an experience like no other for your taste-buds.
GABS2024 MELBOURNE FOOD VENDORS
GREEK STREET FOOD
OUR CONCEPT IS TO PROVIDE GREEK ST FOOD OF HIGH QUALITY AND AT AFFORD PRICES FOR ALL A OUR SOUVLAKI IS DESIGNED AS CLOSE AS TO TRADITIONAL SOUVAS FOUND IN GRE
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PIE THIEF
Pie Thief crafts delicious handmade pies, transforming favorite dishes into pie form Founded in Footscray in June 2019, we expanded through COVID to two shops, online retailing, and over 70 wholesale customers including supermarkets, breweries, and cafes. Started by pie er a core range an nd breathe pies!
RUB-A-DUB SEASONING
Australian seasoning and rubs
Homemade Fried Chicken
FOOD VENDORS
ST.GERRY’S
The catalyst of the modern Greek donut craze, prepare your tastebuds for a number of mouth watering flavors made fresh to order
THAT'S AMORE CHEESE / CANNOLERIA
At That’s Amore Cheese, we produce fine Italianstyle cheeses, featuring our 40kg Grana Padano wheel We toss our popular Gnocchi Sorrentina in the cheese wheel for a theatrical effect. At Cannoleria, we fill all our Cannoli fresh by hand in store for maximum crunchiness, using ricotta and natural flavors in the true Sicilian tradition.
VAMONOS PAELLA`
Vamonos Paella is the Spanish Cuisine focused company provide different yummy food options.
BAD SHEPHERD
Serving up some of their famous BBQ eats including BBQ brisket, pulled pork and smoked sausage subs. Let Bad Shepherd lead you into temptation
GABS2024 MELBOURNE VENUE MAP
GARAGEPROJECT
GABS2024 MELBOURNE VENUE MAP
GABS2024 HOW TO TASTE BEER
WHEN TASTING A BEER, THERE’S SO MUCH MORE THAN SWILLING IT DOWN. EVEN THOUGH TASTING IS AN INDIVIDUAL THING, THERE ARE A FEW STEPS WHICH IF FOLLOWED WILL TAKE YOUR BEER TASTING TO A BLISSFUL LEVEL
First things first! Pour your beer into a clear glass, pause and take a good look at it. Raise the beer in front of you but don't hold it up to direct light Pay attention to the colour, clarity, foam and consistency
Gently swirl the beer in the glass to unlock its aromas, stimulate carbonation and test head retention
Take two quick sniffs through your nose and then one long one Try breathing with your mouth open and closed and take note of what you sense
LOOK SWIRL SMELL TASTE
Take a small sip but don’t swallow right away Instead, allow the beer to linger in your mouth which will allow the beer’s characteristics and flavours to shine through Fruity, smoky, smooth? What do you experience.
MOUTHFEEL
How does the beer feel in your mouth? It could be light and airy or it might be heavy and viscous? Is it very bubbly? The mouthfeel will be different depending on the style of beer, brewing methods and ingredient quality
EVALUATE
Take notes! Beer tasting is an individual experience The more tasting you do it, the better you’ll get at understanding your own preferences
GABS2024 HOW TO TASTE BEER
WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO EXPLORE NEW FLAVOURS AND STYLES BUT KNOW THE CHOICE CAN BE OVERWHELMING. IN ADDITION TO OUR SIMPLE TRAFFIC LIGHT COMPLEXITY RATING, USE THESE ADDITIONAL TOOLS BELOW TO HELP YOU DECIDE!
CRISP
Crisp beers are light, clean and crisply refreshing
Subtle fruit flavours and depth to these beers
Some sweetness from a biscuity malt profile
Fresh, refreshing hop aromas with crisp bitterness
Earthy, hay-like, grassy, and woody hop flavours with a dry malt profile
Hop flavours and bitterness are the hallmarks of these beers Each hop varietybringsitsowncharacteristics
Expect some sweetness and flavours of nuts, toffee, caramel, toast and fruit.
The highly roasted malts in these beers give coffee or cocoa style flavours
Smoked malts impart characters similar to some malt whiskeys or smoked meats
BOLD, HERBAL & CITRIC
Pepper, banana, and clove flavours are found in these yeast driven styles
HOP MALT ROAST SMOKE FRUITY/SPICY TART/FUNKY
Yeast and bacteria give a combination of sour, rustic and earthy characters
If you’re new to craft beer, here’s a great place to start These are approachable, balanced and great examples of some of Australia’s favourite styles
Bursting with hop flavours and a complex or rich malt profile
Mild malt and heavy use of hops creates citrus, resin and tropical fruit flavours
Full malt flavours and toasty or nutty accents and hints of dark stewed fruit
The malts provide flavours such as dried fruit, plums or toffee
Smooth and decadent with flavours of milk chocolate, coffee or hazelnut
Full on roast characters such as espresso, dark chocolate, and raw cocoa
The smoke is usually gentle, intriguing and in harmony with the other flavours
Bonfire and smoky bacon flavours, with subtle malts and yeast underneath
Bubblegum, citrus and banana flavours
Yeast and dark malts create dark fruit, banana bread and rich spice flavours
Mild acidity and with crisp, tart characters
Vinous with pronounced acidity and fruit characters
Sour and funky, these are often aged in oak
Here you’ll find beers that are a bit more challenging, including bigger hop profiles and darker styles There’s a whole world of creativity and flavour to explore
For the craft aficionado, the “Adventurous” beers and ciders are where it’s at From tart and funky sours to big ABV barleywines and everything in between
GABS2024 HOW TO APPROACH FESTIVAL BEERS
EVERY YEAR WE PUT THE CALL OUT TO AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND’S BEST BREWERS TO CREATE SOMETHING SPECIAL FOR OUR FESTIVALS.
For those brewers, it’s an opportunity to push their creative flair, break boundaries, and showcase their talents. These beers, ciders and seltzers are unique, one-of-a-kind, first time, and exclusive releases in every sense. Some are made in a traditional style, perhaps with a twist, while others are highly creative. Whith so many Festival Beers on offer at GABS, sampling is the name of the game.
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There are 120 festival beers to choose from They are served from two huge festival bars, each with 3 sections of 20 taps on each side.
Tasting paddles each hold five 100mL glasses
You may only select from 20 festival beers in a section. The traffic light indicators are a guide to what might suit your taste.
Simply grab a tasting paddle and piece of chalk at the festival bar, pick your beers off the menu and write the numbers down on the paddle in sequential order
Give the paddle to one of our friendly bar staff to have your glasses filled ENJOY!
Repeat steps 4 and 5 in the next section and if you find something you love, you can go back for the full pour!
TEALEAFIPA YEASTIEBOYS,NY
NEWENGLANDIPA BIGSHED,SAA
BERLINERWEISSE CURRUMBINVALLEYBREWING,QLD PILSNER BACCHUS,QLD
SWEETSTOUT BREWCULT,VIC
GOSE WAYWARDBREWINGCO,NSW GOSE BACCHUS,QLD
KETTLESOUR ATOMIC,NSW
ATOMICLEMONWHIP BISCOFFPORTERICE-CREAMSPIDER
EXPERIMENTALBEER AETHERBREWING,QLD
MAPLEIMPERIALSTOUT STOCKADE,NSW
DEARJOHN…
WECHATTEDTOGABSPARTNERSHIPSMANAGERANDBEERLOVER, JOHNTHOMSONABOUTTHISYEAR’SFESTIVALBEERLINEUP.
NOSTALGIA HAS BEEN A VERY BIG TREND ACROSS THE DRINKS AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY. WHAT DO YOU THINK IS DRIVING THIS INTEREST AMONG CONSUMERS?
When we ‘get all nostalgic’ we are feeling positive and warm emotions which have a powerful appeal It’s perhaps something consumers may have experience with, or fond memories of earlier in life, heard stories about, or even seen on the big screen. Now they get their chance to try it or even relive it. There is also an underlying and reassuring authenticity that’s brought up with exposure to brand or industry heritage and nostalgia which offers a refreshing refuge in our everincreasing digital world. Something from the past that’s familiar, simpler, and proven offers a strong and grounded connection which has big cut-through and can be reassuring, especially within uncertain economic times
WHAT DO AUSTRALIAN NATIVES OFFER TO BREWERS?
Australian natives offer a chance for the brewer to innovate and showcase a beer that’s uniquely local and to promote environmentally sustainable practices. Our native flora’s unique flavours are the big drawcard, which any of us that have tried the likes of wattle seed, lemon myrtle, or finger lime can attest to Here we have the flavours of the Australian bush, and there’s really nothing like them anywhere in the world Building on a theme of cultural connection and authenticity also becomes an appealing story for adventurous patrons as brewers look for differentiation in a noisy market
GIN DISTILLERS SOMETIMES TALK ABOUT A “NATIVE BOTANICAL FATIGUE” BOTH AMONG
DISTILLERIES AND CONSUMERS. DO YOU THINK THIS IS IN THE FUTURE FOR BREWERS, OR DO YOU THINK IT WILL STAY POPULAR?
While this is possible, I think beer is safe for now With botanicals not an essential brewing ingredient and the frequency of application low, they are still a novelty with plenty of innovation to come. If you think of the many variables in brewing and actual beer styles, the possibilities are almost endless Native botanicals offer unique consumer engagement opportunities around storytelling, education, and community connection.
WE’RE SEEING A LOT OF SAVOURY FLAVOURS IN BEERS - SALT, SPICE, SMOKE, SPAGHETTI ETC. IS THIS A NEW TREND, OR HAS THIS EXISTED FOR A WHILE? WHAT IS THE APPEAL OF A SAVOURY FLAVOUR PROFILE?
With savoury flavours historically used in brewing, it seems their use is again on the rise With traditional use of salt in ‘Gose’ and smoke in ‘Rauchbier’, spices and herbs have also been used over time. Increased innovation and brewing capability within modern craft beer has also led to further experimentation of savoury flavours Whereas in the past it may have been just smoke or salt, now it’s a ‘Smoked Macadamia Stout’ or a ‘Spaghetti Saison’ Obviously, there is uniqueness and marketing cutthrough calling out your ‘Spaghetti Beer’ and a fair bit of consumer anticipation created. There’s also a sophisticated opportunity to take your beer drinker on a deeper sensory dive exploring complexity around aroma, taste, and mouthfeel As you may imagine Savoury beers also lend themselves heavily to food pairing.
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 1BEERS 1 TO 20
1 CLIFTON HILL BREWING IPA - RED | 7% HONEY GUM (RED IPA)
A toffee- like biscuity aroma gives way to caramel driven flavors, Red gum Honey delivers moderately sweet eucalyptus flavors as a dark fruit malt character pays tribute to the intense tropical and stonefruit hop profile. This red finishes smoothly with a hint of roasted malt.
2BREWMANITY BEER CO
CHOC À L'ORANGE
A selection of the finest after dinner choc orange confectionaries rolled into a creamy stout.
3SIX STRING
SPAGHETTI SAISON
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Basil & Peppercorn Saison. Bright and pungent, with a basil-forward, herbaceous garden aroma suspended with the delicate presence of citrus, pepper, and clove Sweet, savoury & refreshing Light in body, dry in finish, perfectly al dente!
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COCOA COMET
A hot chocolate drink for adults only! Brewed for the serious chocoholic, a sweet, cocoa nibbed rich Porter, giving a silky smooth mouth feel and a full body. Health Warning: can be addictive.
58 WIRED STOUT - IMPERIAL | 10% CRUMBS - IMPERIAL COOKIE STOUT
Crumbs Imperial Cookie Stout is the rebellious love child of a midnight baker and a beach-loving coconut It's the beer equivalent of licking the bowl after making cookies – only if that bowl also had hazelnuts, oats, and a dash of mischief. Sip, savour, and embrace the delicious chaos of crumbs You won't need a trail to find your way back to this one
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 1BEERS 1 TO 20
UNLIKELY FRIENDS
It's not a GABS without weird sounding beers Enter Unlikely Friends a Matcha and White Chocolate White Stout, what a mouthful! We've done white stouts, and we've used matcha but now we want to combine them into one glorious creation. It'll be weird, it'll be fun and it'll be green and to us that's what GABS is all about.
7RED DUCK
WHITE FOREST
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Treat yourself to a gulp of heaven - succulent cherries and creamy white chocolate, harmoniously blended into a dreamy cream ale! 9
STORMY
Starting life as an Amber ale, this cocktail inspired delight has some ginger fire within We have combined dank hops, ginger and a love of puns to create warming, aromatic masterpiece. Serve with lime or add rum to strengthen the connection to the classic refresher
We took our delicious wheat beer base and added a heaping pile of peaches and high scoville cayenne pepper straight into the whirlpool to make an exciting rollercoaster of flavour With every sweet sip your tastebuds will come screaming for another delicious sip.
10WANDANA BREWING CO
FUNKY GOSE TO HOLLYWOOD
Lazy Bones Extra Dry IPA captures the essence of an idyllic summer afternoon, with a fusion of ripe peach, subtle lime and citrus notes (like a dreamy peach Bellini) Cheers to the bliss of laidback living!
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 1BEERS 1 TO 20
Rum old fashioned meets amber ale, toffee, vanilla and zesty orange.
KING RIVER DOUBLE RED IPA
We have taken our best selling King River Red IPA and turned it up to 11! We put together a cranked up malt & hop bill to really enhance those big passionfruit, grapefruit and citrus notes. This is a beer for the flavour hunters.
DON'T TAKE THE PITH
A luscious chocolate and orange porter, combining rich chocolate malt with vibrant orange zest. The aroma is a tempting mix of bittersweet chocolate and citrus. With each sip, the beer unfolds with a velvety texture, balancing smooth chocolate with zesty orange notes Toffee and caramel undertones add sweetness, leading to a clean finish with a subtle dark chocolate bitterness. This well-crafted porter is a delightful fusion of decadence and citrus brightness
GRAPE ALE
Based on an Italian Grape Ale, with some local Brunswick flair! We sourced spent Shiraz grapes from our neighbours Noisy Ritual Urban Winery This beer was fermented on the pressed Shiraz skins, complimented by the use of a Belgian yeast to produce some delicate spice and fruity esters. This creates a nuanced, and at the same time, a very drinkable ale. Saluti!
Using vacuum distillation, we capture the essence of chilli PEPPER (habanero), black PEPPER and Szechuan PEPPER in this west coast IPA. This extraction get's all of the flavour and leaves behind the burn Lucky we added some horseradish distillate to spice things up a bit!
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 1BEERS 1 TO 20
LEMON SHOCHU SHANDY
A shochu double lemon zesty brew with notes of lemon peel and subtle shochu. This tart and fizzy delight finishes dry and refreshingly smooth 18
Close your eyes and recall childhood Christmases at Gran's. The aroma of roast smokey ham fills the room as she unveils her masterpiece - the smokey, pineapple and cherry glazed ham, a memory etched in time. Inspired by this cherished tradition, Cavalier Brewing's Smoke Rings captures the essence with smoked caramelized pineapple on the nose and a refreshing burst of sour cherry and pineapple on the palate It's the perfect beer to evoke warm summer memories, even in the heart of winter. Best served alongside a BBQ or glazed Christmas ham.
RUSTY PENNY BREWING
HYBRID THEORY RED RYE IPA
Experimental HBC hop combined with the tasty toffee flavour of red malts
Step into a realm where tradition meets innovation, craftsmanship reigns supreme, and every sip tells a story of passion and dedication with our Triple Decoction Open-Fermented Classic Pilsner. Crafted with meticulous care and reverence for tradition, this Pilsner takes you on a journey back to brewing excellence, utilizing the ancient art of triple decoction to extract every nuance of flavor from our finest malted barley Our commitment to authenticity extends to our open fermentation process, a rare technique in today's beer landscape. From the first pour to the last lingering sip, this Pilsner seduces your palate with its crisp, clean profile and subtle hints of malt sweetness and noble hops, celebrating the brewer's art and tradition in a world too often defined by haste and imitation. 20
KRUSHBERRY PI 3.142%
Luscious vanilla and subtle pie crust blend with the unmistakable flavour of juicy Krushberries®
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 2BEERS 21 TO 40
BOUNTY HUNTER
Barrel aged in fresh Rum barrels from Brix distillery then blended back in to a decedant stout loaded up with coconut and cacao nibs.
3 GRIFFINS BREWING
HIGH CARB WHITE IPA
Training for a marathon or endurance event? Carbo loading? Need to increase your stores of glycogen? Bodybuilding and looking to maintain muscle mass whilst training? Or just sick of people telling you to drink no / low carb beer? Then this Carbo Loading White IPA is for you! Originally designed for an assignment in the Graduate Certificate of Brewing at Federation University, this White IPA packs in the carbohydrates and is a fruit, spicy and refreshing version of an American IPA
TARTE NOIR
Tarte Noir - a black kettle-soured ale full of dark winter berries (mulberry, blackberry), complemented by a softening addition of vanilla bean and pastry elements Hold it up to the light, then hold it up to your mouth!
PILS
Brewed using traditional undermodified malts and traditional methods, we've gone to painstaking lengths to brew the Pilsner of our dreams - a Paradise Pils A brew day from the ages, raising temperatures to impart maximum flavour. Extra long fermentation time in our horizontal tanks leading to happy and efficient yeast notes The result, a frothy, tight white head, delicious lacing on the glass and delicious depth of flavour. A classic pilsner. Brewed on the Northern Beaches. Paradise Pils.
SMILEY BREWING
RUM RUNNING
BEER
It's 5 o'clock somewhere... enjoy this beer like your sitting beach side or on a deck chair at a famous tiki bar in the florida keys, a neipa base with heavy pineapple tones, topped with the classic ingredients the rum runner cocktail is renowned for.
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 2BEERS 21 TO 40
NITRO CITRUS - BLOOD ORANGE CHOCOLATE PORTER
The Nitro Citrus Blood Orange Chocolate Porter reveals a deep ruby red colour with a dense head. We've ramped the Orange on this one, upon pouring, aromas of lush orange and chocolate burst out of the glass. It tastes of bright blood orange up front spun with chocolate on the back end Low bitterness and soft full mouthfeel, adds to the richness
YU ZERIOUS? - YUZU RUSS!
Yuzu! (Japanese citrus fruit) Russ! (Hefeweizen Radler/Shandy) Yuzu Russ!
DUBBEL DUTCH
This Belgium Dubbel is deep, dark and smooth. The Dutch sweet biscuit treat known as' Specuulas' is the inspiration for this beer and the use of selected spices throughout the boil add these delicious flavours. Stay in touch with the Dutch!!
SOOLONG SUCKA
What would happen if you rocked up to your Nan's tea party with a 4 pack of freshly brewed IPA..? Probably something like this... Soolong Sucka is an American IPA that combines new world hops with old world tea to create something both Nan and Dad will enjoy Soothing aromas of Oolong and black tea complimented by subtle hints of raspberry and monk pear pair with new world hops to create a balanced but unique take on an American IPA. With a harmonious blend of tea and hops on the palate, this beer delivers a refreshing and nuanced drinking experience for tea and beer lover alike.
WISE AND THE FOOLISH
This beer is only for the wise and the foolish. Based on a very old French/Belgium Gissete style, we have produced a dark version to suit late Autumn drinking. Malty, bready, caramel with hints of banana and spice. OOH LA LA!
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 2BEERS 21 TO 40
GUAVA LAVA IMPERIAL IPL
A massive guava hit backed up a finessed Imperial India Pale Lager body. Hoppy heaven in a glass!
PIG PICKIN CAKE
Presenting Pig Pickin' Cake: an oat cream IPA infused with tangy mandarins, juicy oranges, and sweet pineapple, all wrapped up in a soft, fluffy yellow cake. Topped with a luscious, creamy vanilla frosting that will have you wanting to lick the glass clean!
HOPLESS - BOTANICAL IPA
A classic IPA base, using anything but hops! With horehound for bittering, elderberry and honey for flavour and aroma, this well balanced, yet delightfully different IPA will leave you wanting more.
UP BEFORE YOU GOSE
Seaweed and rice? Sounds like a sushi roll to us. Brewed with rice base malts and Wakame Kelp, hand harvested from Victorian waters, then kettle soured to give a light, refreshing and delicately balanced gose - slightly salty, slightly sour, super refreshing. TWØBAYS specialise in brewing with alternative malts, so if you are looking for a refreshing GABS beer without the bloat, then WHAM!, this is it!
Inspired by the beer-based cocktail, this Michelager Is spicy, zesty and a whole lot of fun to enjoy! Brewed with tomato juice, lime, chilli, and a few dashes of salt, this beer is balanced with a spicy kick.
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 2BEERS 21 TO 40
CAFFEINATOR
Caramel sundae meets affogato meets imperial stout in this homage to a classic tune about a fashionable con-man. Lashings of dulce de leche, lactose and steaming Hope Road espresso transform this rich imperial stout into a deceptively smooth and crafty, late-night treat for the nightbirds This is our second coffee beer collab with local espresso bar, Hope Road We are two likeminded businesses in the Coffs Habrour CBD, with a passion for serving the local community with great drinks, good humour and fun times.
BLUEBERRIES AND SOUR PATCH KIDS!
Using copious amounts of the famous candy, our beer should start off with a sour front palate and finishing with notes of berries and other dark fruit We are going to use a European yeast which should add and element of funk as well.
Let Feiladh Mor wrap you up in a warm blanket. Rich, malty, boozy & smooth. Food Pairing: DeepFried Mars bar and a Depth-charge of your favourite peaty Scotch Freeeeddddddoooooommm!!!!
MAI TAIPA
A citrusy, tropical IPA with additions of orange, pineapple and orgeat from the classic tiki 'Mai Tai' cocktail. Nelson Sauvin, Idaho 7 and Motueka hops complement providing notes of stone fruit, pine resin and grapefruit notes
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 3BEERS 41 TO 60
/ Tropical / Punchy
CREATURE OF THE DEEP
A stout like no other, brewed with loads of oats, wheat and chocolate malt, finished with some tasmanian kelp to add a suble saltiness then put into 500l puncheons to age But thats not the end. The barrels are then loaded onto a work boat, and dropped into the Pacific Ocean to age at the bottom of the sea until the last minute when they are bought back to the light of day and packaged for your drinking pleasure. A beer like none other!
STICKY
Let’s turbo charge our Wet Hop Lager Sticky Fingers. Hops grown and hand picked from our farm in Forrest. How many hops can we fit in the kettle? Add this to a heavy base of Australian malt. Wet Hop gone mad Triple Sticky!!!!
Packed with raspberries and infused with rose petals this pretty in pink sour has balanced flavours with a pleasant berry aroma
“SHINIGAMI” - UMAMI SMOKED PORTER
Bold smokiness intertwines with Japanese umami. Earthy malt and dark chocolate notes complement savory depth. Velvety mouthfeel with lingering finish. A unique fusion, offering a memorable drinking experience that celebrates tradition and innovation, brewed with authentic Dashi and Tamari flown fresh directly from Shiga Japan
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 3BEERS 41 TO 60
WORKING TITLE BREW CO.
SUCKER PUNCH STRAWBERRIES & CREAM LOLLIPOP SOUR
Suckin' too hard on your lollipop, or love's gonna get you down. A nostalgic, hard candy lollipop sour, loaded with strawberries and lactose that will remind you of the good old days. Kickflip your way through a berry wonderland whilst pumping Run DMC on the discman. Marshmallows in the kettle, co-fermented with lactobacillus, and secondary fermented on real strawberries So choice, it's like Dad taking you to Sizzler for cheese toast and hitting the corner store after for a straight up berries and cream treat. Don't be a sucker, have a chup.
AUSTRALIS WONDER ALE
This Dark Red Belgian Ale was brewed on Christmas Eve 2023 and matured over the summer and autumn months, ready to spark some festive joy during the Aussie winter Bring some warmth to your table, and get ready to celebrate Christmas both at GABS and all winter long with us!
48VALLEY HOPS BREWING
LAZY BONES
Lazy Bones Extra Dry IPA captures the essence of an idyllic summer afternoon, with a fusion of ripe peach, subtle lime and citrus notes (like a dreamy peach Bellini). Cheers to the bliss of laidback living!
ROCKS BREWING CO
STOUT Pandam, chocolate and coffee in a thick light Ale.
SPARKLING SAISON NOIR
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| 6%
We wanted to make a beer that celebrated where it was made - the Yarra Valley. The region is known for producing some of the best Pinot Noirs and Sparkling Wines in the country, and so we set out to produce a beer that evoked the same red cherry, spice and floral notes that these cool climate wines have This is a super crisp and dry saison, highly effervescent, with some spiciness from rye malt, floral notes from Victorian hops, and a slight pinkish hue from the additions of fresh cherries from a local farm in Wandin.
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 3BEERS 41 TO 60
Do you ever have that yearning for a classic, clear West Coast IPA? We are giving the people what they want this year! Heavily hopped throughout the brewing process from Mash, First Wort, Boil and Double Dry Hopped! Classic notes of Pine, Grapefruit and Stone Fruits. Your yearning for a great IPA from first sip to the last is over!
Pineapple and coconut smoothy is a delightful tropical flavoured sour beer, that combines the refreshing taste of pineapple and creamy coconut, Added scorched coconut cream and Marange
THUMBS TOASTED IRONBARK WEST COAST DIPA
The West Coast IPA, with its most iconic hops – Centennial, Cascade, and Columbus –harmoniously entwined with the refreshing essence of Australian Eucalyptus This beer is a bold adventure, marrying the intense citrus and pine flavors of the West Coast with the unique herbal notes of Eucalyptus.
& KEY LIME MERINGUE PIE SOUR
A tantalizing fusion of citrus zing and sweet meringue delight in every sip. The tartness from the kettle souring process lights up your palate The bright notes of fresh lemons and key limes follow, creating a harmonious balance of sour and sweet. The meringue flavor adds a luscious and creamy dimension, reminiscent of a velvety lemon meringue pie.
Big and roasty like a brown porter that's been paired with dark malts and fermentation like a Schwarzbier. Expect to feel the warmth, delicious dark berry flavours and an all-round bountiful beer with alcohol warmth to finish
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 3BEERS 41 TO 60
THE SANGA
The delicious Aussie interpretation of the classic American sanga, the PB & J. Every sanga needs a wheaty, whitebread base, a layer of peanut butter and lashings of purple jelly. 58
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RAMBLERS ALE WORKS
HONEY HONEY, JOY JOY
Your childhood kitchen on a rainy day: toasted flakes of corn starting to brown on the edges, aromatic honey beginning to caramelize. Honey joys! This brew is thick and chewy in body, bursts into gentle flavors of toasted corn and honey, and draws you in with that classic aroma capable of transporting you back in time
SLIPSTREAM BREWING CO.
PICK OF THE BUNCH
A hazy golden brew that embodies the essence of a classic Banana Cream Pie Fragrant ripe banana aromas intertwine with subtle notes of vanilla and coconut. With each sip, the beer reveals layers of flavour akin to the layers of the luscious and creamy pie Velvety sweet banana takes centre stage on the palate, complemented by a gentle hint of vanilla reminiscent of custard filling. Undertones of toasted biscuit and coconut add depth, while the addition of lactose imparts a creamy texture replicating whipped cream. This beer offers a delightful balance of sweetness and richness, delivering a truly indulgent dessert experience in liquid form.
59THE MILL BREWERY STOUT
BLACK FOREST GATEAU
Packed full of dark cocoa and juicy cherries, plus a symphony of specialty malts from New Zealand, Australia and Germany 60
WEIHENSTEPHAN ALE - BLONDE | 65 BRAUPAKT
Spicy, with a characteristic yeast note, fruity and strong
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 4BEERS 61
Step back into the wild wild west and sip on this crazy thic choc, butterscotch, milkybar shake like smoothie stout. Yeah, that's right.... smoothie stout!
MANTA
A deeper, darker reimagination of our favourite Dark Lager, Vanta Manta is all that is dark, cold and creamy Served on Nitro and opaque as the deepest depths and darkest nights
OF HEAVEN - THIOLISED NZ PILSNER
An NZ Pilsner like none you have ever experienced before Crisp, refreshing with big passionfruit and blackcurrant notes.
LOVERS - ANZIPA
Two nations, both alike in beer enthusiasm. In fair Newcastle, (where we lay our scene), a southern affair held apart by Bledisloe cups, a refusal of statehood and 4157km of Tasman. This forbidden haze amongst two bickering populations is far from a tragedy Stone fruit, passionfruit and pineapple blend into this thick, even chewy, golden IPA, creating poetry in a glass.
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 4BEERS 61 TO 80
MR. PHANTASTIC
There’s no other beers like this on the market in Australia. Guava, passion fruit crushed gooseberry on the nose that carry’s through on the palate
A Spicy Margarita Gose infused with Tajin salt, tequila and ghost chilli.
GREEN BEACON
DDH UNICORN FRAPPE NEIPA
This fruited frappe (milkshake) IPA is packed with an absurd amount of strawberry, mango, passion fruit and mixed berry, dosed with lactose and vanilla and double dry hopped with Strata and Hull Melon. As the name suggests, this beer is a magical beast that will take your tastebuds on a mythical journey to land far far away.
WATERMELON SOUR
Using freshly harvested, locally grown watermelons and a dose of dried hibiscus flowers we have balanced the tartness of this kettle soured beer to create an absolutely smashable beer perfect for the Australian climate. Cheers!
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BOATROCKER BREWERS & DISTILLERS
DAILY TOT
Arrr, matey! This brew means all ye landlubbers won't even have to set sail to receive your rum ration 'Daily Tot' is a rich and malty brown ale fermented with English ale yeast, delivering a flavour profile harks back to the barrelled beers that would have accompanied sailors on long voyages before they switched to rum, of course But why not have both? The final beer is conditioned on raisins and oak barrel chips that have been soaked in Boatrocker's own spiced rum, creating a decadent drop that is worth lining up for after a hard day's work
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 4BEERS 61 TO 80
BREWING CO.
FANTASTIC SOUR
Our Fantastic Sour evokes feelings of summer at the beach sipping on your favourite Orange fizzy drink. This Fanta-inspired kettle sour is a lively symphony of orange that will transport you straight into Fanta's own fantastical universe. Its zesty aroma, vibrant flavors, and playful mouthfeel create an experience that will surely put a smile on your face. So embrace the fizz, drink in the joy, and let this sour take you on a whimsical adventure into liquid refreshment Cheers, and enjoy the fizzy fantastical journey!
72YOUR MATES
VANILLA BEAN PANNA COTTA
The prominent presence of natural vanilla beans adds a delightful sweetness without overpowering the beer's overall balance Caramel and toffee notes from the malt provide a comforting sweetness, while a gentle touch of roasted malt imparts a subtle complexity. The interplay of malt sweetness and vanilla is harmoniously balanced, with just enough bitterness from the hops to provide a clean finish. The flavour also carries some burn from the alcohol, enriching the complexity and depth of the taste.
BUCKET BREWERY ALTBIER | 5.5%
ALTERNATE BIER
By most accounts, traditional noble European hops are called for when brewing your regular Altbier. Besides, it's mainly about the malt isn't it?? We've decided to go for an ALTernative with this version ..............
THE COASTAL BREWING COMPANY IPA - NEW ENGLAND (DOUBLE) | 8% DOUBLE BOOTI
KNEIPA
Double the Booti ! We've taken our popular Booti KNEIPA (brewed with Kveik yeast hence the silent K !) and given it the double treatment....!.
75THE SOCIAL BREWERS
| 3.3% OORAY
FOR GILBERT
Our standard Dark Mild, named in honour of Don Bradman has been given a dose of Indigenous Ooray (Davidson) Plum. Just like The Don himself when he was knocked over by Indigenous cricketer Eddie Gilbert on November 6, 1931 Dubbed by Bradman as The Fastest Bowler he'd ever seen, Gilbert took Sir Donald and gave him what for - much like we've done by whacking a stack of Ooray Plum in a traditional English Dark Mild.
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 4BEERS 61 TO 80
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NOODLEDOOF
SOUR - PASTRY | 8%
THICKER THAN WATER (BRAZILIAN BLOOD LIMEAIDE SOUR)
Blood is thicker than water, just like our Noodledoof family. As a small, family-owned and operated brewery, this beer embodies the idea that unity enhances sweetness and elevates the whole. In classic Noodledoof style, we put our spin on Brazilian Limeaide, using Australian native Blood limes for a tangy twist. We add generous amounts of lactose for a creamy, condensed milk vibe and citrus-forward hops for a refreshing touch Topping it off with a hit of Nitro in our container kegs, this beer is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, creamy, and refreshing!
KÖLCHE POSSE
This baddy is clean, crisp, citrusy and choc-a-bloc loaded up to 7% ABV. Built like a West Coast IPA, fermented like a Kölche The best of all worlds!
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BAD SHEPHERD BREWING CO
BISCOFF CHOCOLATE BROWNIE PORTER
PORTER | 5%
Indulge in the rich, velvety depths of our Lotus Biscoff Brownie-inspired Porter, a masterful blend of chocolatey goodness and the irresistible allure of Lotus Biscoff cookies. This decadent porter combines the deep, roasted notes of a classic brownie with the caramel sweetness and subtle spice of Biscoff cookies, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Journey through layers of chocolate, caramel, cinnamon, and malt, culminating in a satisfyingly smooth finish that lingers on the palate. Treat yourself to the ultimate dessert-inspired brew with our Biscoff Brownie Porter
ROOTS - SPICED VOLCANIC SWEET POTATO COPPER ALE
Earth Beer Company is located in the heart of the Tweed Volcano Caldera. The fertile volcanic soils of this region are well-known for producing some of the best golden sweet potatoes in the country! This rich, malty and subtly spicey copper ale, highlights the delicious sweetness of the most loved root vegetable around
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 5BEERS 81 TO 100
Peat Smoked Kelp Imperial Stout, aged in Islay whisky casks.
IS SILENT
Chardonnay co fermented sour Brewed in homage to the favorite beverage of Kath and Kim
WEST COAST STORY
Tropical and stone fruits with a hint of resiny pine and tea aromas
Sour barrel aged sour Belgian quad with infused with vanilla and barrel aged chillies
This is one dope IPA, man. Dry hopped with at a massive zero g/L, all the late flavour and aroma additions are botanically derived terpenes, blended together to mimic some rad cannabis strains. This IPA is dank with plenty of that fresh bud goodness, rounded out with tropical fruit and citrus notes and finshed with a solid bitterness. No cannabis was used in the process of this beer, so you won't feel any effects of THC or CBD
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 5BEERS 81 TO 100
THE SUBURBAN BREW
- VIENNA | 5%
TRADIES BREAKFAST - VIENNA COFFEE LAGER MEETS CUSTARD TART
Last year our Vienna Coffee Lager featuring fresh roasted coffee from local coffee roasters 1645 was an instant hit at the Adelaide Beer and BBQ Fest This year we plan to replicate with different source of beans but for GABS we thought we could add the flavours of Adelaides favourite smoko...the custatrd tart into the mix. So expect to have your senses blown away by a perfect combination of smooth coffee complimented by roasted and caramel malts with vanilla and nutmeg notes ending with a crisp lager finish. When you are not on the tools this is the perfect tradies breakfast!
IMPERIAL MILK STOUT
Imagine a moonlit camping trip where chocolate rivers flow, vanilla bean vines hang low, and graham cracker bridges lead to a marshmallow wonderland. Suddenly, the elusive Yeti appears, armed with marshmallow magic to cast a creamy spell on your beer choices Abominable S'Mores Imperial Milk Stout breaks the mold for beer, turning it into a gooey masterpiece. Our brewing team braved mountains, dodging chocolate avalanches, raspberry jam tsunamis, and marshmallow blizzards to bring you this whimsical creation. Each sip is like a cozy hug from a Yeti – heartwarming but wild, and it smells amazing.
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SEVEN MILE BREWING CO. SOUR
BANANA AND BLUEBERRY IMPERIAL MAPLE MACADAMIA PANCAKE SMOOTHIE SOUR
APFELSTRUDLE PASTRY HEFE
- PASTRY | 9%
An abomination of a beer that you will only find at GABS. Allergy warning: Cacao, vanilla, maple, maccadamia, banana, blueberry, lactose, tumeric. 87BRIGHT BREWERY STOUT - IMPERIAL | 10% ABOMINABLE S'MORES
A blend of real apple puree, vanilla, and wheat malt, fermented with a traditional Bavarian yeast strain. This Pastry Hefe brings together spice and apple flavours with a sweet custard-like mouthfeel A balanced combination of tradition and innovation feature in this brand new style 90
BLACKMAN'S STOUT - PASTRY | 7% ROCKY ROAD
CAMPFIRE CHOCOLATE SMOKED STOUT
A dessert stout made to take to you to the imaginary campfire mind cosmos. One sip and you will be taken right to the fireside thinking you are toasting marshmallows with a light waft of smoke! made with a blend of bourbon barrel aged stout, smoked porter, marshmallows, chocolate and coconut
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 5BEERS 81 TO 100
AS PIE
We love beer, you love beer. We love Apple Pie, you love Apple Pie. We made a delicious Apple Pie biscuit ale that delights tastebuds while also making you quote Jeff Goldblum "You were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn't stop to think if you should." Well we think we should, so we did, enjoy!
The finest English ingredients combine to create a flavoursome ale designed to be enjoyed by the pint. Rich and moreish malts are complemented by East Kent Golding and Fuggle hops for earthiness and a satisfying bitter finish This is English style brewing at its finest
LANDING - FRUIT PUNCH IPA
A high flying innovative IPA jammed packed with fresh passionfruit, orange and grapefruit juices layered over a tropical dream boat of aromas from New World hops This year we're taking GABS attendees on a trip around the world with our beer lineup, and we trust the silky, pillowy mouthfeel of this Fruit Punch IPA will make for a smooth landing at the end of the journey
FUSION - WORLDS COLLIDE
Part of our annual wine makers series in which we partner with one of Mudgee's leading wine makers. For 2024 and GABS it will be Logan wines. The delicate notes of wine, paired with the floral, citrus tones of a clean kolsch style beer. A once a year privilege to bring together some of the greatest parts of Mudgee. Working together with Logan wines to create something unique.
95BATCH BREWING COMPANY SOUR - KETTLE SOUR | 8% ZOMBIE IMPERIAL SOUR
Our take on the classic Tiki cocktail. Oozing with tropical flavours from multiple fruit additionssweet, sour, boozy - it's got it all Be careful not to wake the dead
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 5BEERS 81 TO 100
EQUINOX '24
Orange zest/Blood orange. The moment when the world is in balance. Be the beer… Cool fermented for smooth presentation that makes way for big zesty orange and citrus
HOLY SMOKES! - CAMEL DUNG SMOKED PORTER
Cool as a camel wearing shades! Holy Smokes - Camel Dung Smoked Porter offers notes of burnt sugar, dark malt and sticky dates, wrapped gently in delicate flavours of smoke and oak. Smooth and warming, this strong gives the vibe of a well-aged whiskey.
CHERRY COLA
Introducing Salvaged Cherry Cola: where rescued cherries find their fizzy fate in our cola concoction Where flavour and conscience collide for a taste that's both refreshing and righteous.
A tasty Belgian Ale infused with jalapeños providing a smooth brew with an increasing heat level on the finish Can you escape the heat? 1004
Featuring local macadamias and small batch white miso, this beer invokes an umami reaction on the palette that's creamy and savory with a hint of balanced malt sweetness
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 6BEERS 101 TO 120
LADY BURRA
BREWHOUSE
STRAWBERRY CHAMPAGNE BEER
SPECIALTY BEER | 65%
Is it a wine or is it a beer? Who are we to put a label on such a unique creature. In order to mimic a 'brut' wine this beer is brewed super dry, using a high attenuating Saison yeast Nelson Sauvin hops help to add a white wine character to the beer. A generous amount of strawberries have been added to add a slight sweetness and a beautiful pink hue. This beer is highly carbonated so it fizzes like a real sparkling wine in the glass At 65% you can drink this by the pint and not a champagne flute.
| 10% TRY AND BANH MI
Try and Banh Mi is a 10% Vietnamese Coffee Double Milk Stout: a rich, decadent and complex dark beer, with intense flavours of nuts and full-bodied coffee. Buckle up for an abundance of dark chocolate, with extra layers of flavours, from biscuity to creamy and let aroma embrace you in sweet coffee dreams.
FOR DINNER
Relive those wondrous moments and throw convention out the window, we are having Cereal for Dinner! This is one dangerously smooth Oat Cream NEIPA, with just a hint of your favourite fruity ring cereal.
MAMBA - IMPERIAL BLACK SAISON
Rich black in colour like the mouth of a black mamba, this Imperial Saison is the perfect beer for a cold winter's day when not quite sure what you're in the mood for. With underlying complexity that keeps you coming back for more, you can expect flavours of, ripe banana, espresso, and a touch on treacle all supported by the spicy flavors of yeast
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 6BEERS 101 TO 120
GRAND SLAM' STRAWBERRIES & CREAM IMPERIAL SOUR
Nothing screams Wim-beer-don like sipping on strawberry champagne, we don't have the champagne, but we do have strawberries, and lots of them This strawberries and cream imperial sour will serve ace's for days with a taste for both those sweet and sour moments on the court.
BIG FEELINGS
Big flavour, Big Feelings Luscious white, yellow gold hazy IPA, brewed with pale malts, wheat and oats, a generous addition of Yuzu and a touch of New Zealand sea salt, creating a beer with a huge citrus aroma and an outrageously juicy, quenching mouthfeel. So big! Giving you those Big Feelings
THE NOTORIOUS F.I.G.
For one festival only, presenting The Notorious F.I.G. Sweet decadent rhymes of caramelised fig go toe to toe with hazelnut, toffee and sticky date vibes, all smoothed out with earthy English hops
The WBco Flat White Oatmeal stout gives you that pep in your step that you're looking for. In collaboration with one of our favorite cafes "Now & not yet' located in Warrandyte, this beer is brewed using their in house roasted beans & gives back to this non-for profit cafe that looks after our local community. This full bodied Stout with subtle roasted espresso aroma, complimented with a subtle sweetness makes this beer a perfect big spoon to your little spoon
This Baltic Porter has been ages in Whiskey barrels for 3 months allowing it to develop its complex flavours
Dried Raisin and toffee notes on the nose give way to a rich malty sweetness with tones of tobacco, leather and oak upon drinking. Finishing with a hint of vanilla.
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 6BEERS 101 TO 120
LORD BARISTA
Imperial Stout infused with the irresistible blend of rich coffee and creamy macadamia nuts. Indulge in its opulent depths as dark roasted malts intertwine with the luxurious sweetness of macadamia nut liqueur, creating a symphony of decadent Flavors that captivate the palate.
BACON ME CRAZY
Tantalize your taste buds with our bacon-infused IPA! A bold brew featuring smoky bacon aroma balanced with citrus hop notes of sun-kissed grapefruit and tangerine. A subtle malt backbone provides a smooth foundation, while the smoky bacon profile adds depth. The finish is crisp and refreshing, with lingering citrus zest and a hint of peppery spice. Perfect for reminiscing about beers around the campfire with friends.
SALTY PLUM SOUR
The salty plum is a Northern Territory classic. A Japanese delicacy made even greater in the NT. Pink sour plums, salted with a touch of umami and slightly sweet.
A BOY NAMED TIRAMISU
The perfect irresistible pick me up with this decadent coffee-flavoured Italian dessert The darkly robust presence of espresso and luscious rich chocolate, balanced with sweetness in this delicious pasty stout
SHERBET BOMB
This Sherbet Bomb has been made from a mixed culture sour base, loaded with raspberries and dosed with Brazilian Electric Daisies. The combination of zingy-ness, sweet raspberry mouthfeel and tongue-tingling zippiness makes this beer taste just like a Raspberry Sherbet Bomb. Zingy acidity with sweet raspberry fruit and buzz button extract for mouth tingle
GABS 2024 FESTIVAL BEER LIST
SECTION 6BEERS 101 TO 120
MONKEY SHOULDER COCKTAIL | 6% GINGER MONKEY
Refreshing ginger, vanilla, spiced oak, hints of orange
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MATSO'S COCKTAIL | 6% MATSO’S PIÑA COLADA
Tropical bliss in a glass! This 6% ABV piña colada dances with creamy coconut and ripe pineapple, balanced perfectly with a hint of rum. Sip, and let the island breeze whisk you away.
118
EDDIES CIDER TRADITIONAL CIDER | 45%
EDDIES CRISP APPLE
Nice colour and depth. Soft and delicate apple puree, interesting spiciness stewed fruit aromatics. Mild nose but aromas feel authentic. Good flavours of ripe apple, pear, and stone fruit Nice balance of freshness in fruit sweetness and mouth feel in acid line and length Wellrounded and very well-balanced. Some bitter and tannin complexity integrated well.
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CLOUDY APPLE & GINGER
Our cloudy apple and ginger cider combines the natural sweetness of apples with the spicy kick of ginger for a refreshing and flavorful beverage. With its aromatic blend of sweet apple and zesty ginger, this unfiltered cider captivates the senses The taste is a perfect balance of sweet and tart apples with warm, spicy ginger, enhanced by the fuller mouthfeel of its natural cloudiness Rich and complex apple flavor pairs with lively ginger spiciness, creating a wellbalanced cider that's both invigorating and comforting, perfect for those who appreciate natural goodness in their drinks.
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