Joining forces, three ambitious and flavour curious Victorian producers – Anther Distillery, Blackmans Brewery and NED Whisky, tested the boundaries of flavour this year and created a first for Victoria – the Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter.
Blackmans porter has been brewed, then aged for 6 months in ex-NED Whisky Barrels that contained 100kgs of Anther Cherry Gin infused hand-pitted Tasmanian cherries.
Dervilla McGowan, (Anther co-owner and Head Distillery) says, ‘This is a massive product and has been months in the making. We’re so excited to share it with everyone!’
Renn Blackman, (Blackman’s co-owner and Head Brewer) says, “This one is a pretty special beer. It was great working with two other amazing producers, and using products across whisky, gin, fruit, beer, and barrels. It sounds like there is a lot going on, but this beer is insanely balanced. It’s a journey for your mouth. All the elements come to the surface in their own way and make this beer extremely unique. I don’t think I’ve ever tried anything like this, very exciting stuff!”
Sebastian Reaburn, (TSI Master Distiller) says, “At NED we are always looking to make exceptional Australian whisky. This collaboration creates a unique NED expression through aging reserve NED Whisky in barrels that heldAntherCherry Gin. Next year we will double up with reserve NED whisky aged in Blackmans Porter Barrels to create a different flavour profile. At NED we love all craft producers, and this multi-year collaboration to explore flavour and the full potential of our whisky is exciting”
A limited amount of Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter’s has been produced.
Buy Anther’s Barrel Aged Cherry Gin here.
Buy NED’s Single Barrel Cherry Gin finish here.
Buy Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter here.
Attend the launch of the Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter at Blackmans Brewery in Grovedale on Friday 28th of October.
28th October
Matso’s Nightlife | Matso’s s Broome Brewery
Matso’s Broome Brewery has released a new Nightlife collection including Matso’s Nightlife Alcoholic Ginger Beer (6% abv) and Matso’s Nightlife Alcoholic Ginger Beer with Rum and Lime (6% abv).
The new collection is available in 6x4x330ml cans in Western Australia with stock arriving to the east coast over the coming months.
Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter | Blackman’s Brewery
Blackman’s Brewery has collaborated with Anther Distillery and NED Whisky on a new Whisky Barrel Aged Gin Infused Cherry Porter (6.5% abv).
The porter was brewed, then aged for six months in ex-NED Whisky Barrels that contained 100kgs of Anther Cherry Gin infused Tasmanian cherries.
Find out more about this release here.
This release is available online now.
Honest Lager & Refreshing Ale | Jetty Road Brewery
Jetty Road Brewery has announced multiple new releases.
Honest Lager (4.5% abv) has low bitterness and light herbal notes from traditional German hops,” according to the brewer.
Elsewhere, the brewery has also rebranded its Refreshing Ale (3.5% abv), which is brewed with Cashmere and Amarillo hops, with a new look.
Both of these releases are available online now.
Multiple Releases | Rocky Ridge Brewing Co.
Rocky Ridge Brewing Co. has announced multiple releases including:
- Gose Who Lives In A Pineapple (4.5% abv)
- West Coast IPA Karl Requires Clarification (5.8% abv)
- Session IPA Syncopation (5.6% abv) made in collaboration with the Perth International Jazz Festival
All three releases are available online now.
Botanical Citrus Gose | Beerfarm
Beerfarm has announced a new limited release called Botanical Citrus Gose (4% abv).
Brewed in collaboration with Archie Rose and Mane Liquor, this new release has notes of lemon, limes and citrus.
Botanical Citrus Gose will launch in bottleshops on Monday, 7th November.
Multiple releases | Range Brewing
Range Brewing has announced multiple releases including:
- West Coast IPA Walking On Water (6.6% abv)
- Oat Cream IPA Why Are We Whispering (6.7% abv)
- Hard Seltzer Sometimes: Ginger & Fingerlime (4.5% abv)
These releases are available online now.
Megadrive | Dainton Beer
Dainton Beer has released a new West Coast IIIPA called Megadrive (10.5% abv) which is available online now.
21st October
Mimosa Hard Seltzer | Wayward Brewing Co.
Wayward Brewing Co. has released a new Mimosa hard seltzer flavour (6% abv) as part of its W Seltzer range.
Read more about this release here.
RAZZLER Disco Nectar & Splice of Heaven: Raspberry | Moon Dog Craft Brewery
Moon Dog Craft Brewery has released a new RTD range called Razzler (6% abv) which includes five flavours of Apple Blackcurrant, Lemon Lime, Orange Mango, Passionfruit and Watermelon.
The Razzler range will launch across independent bottleshops and on via Moon Dog’s online store this month.
Elsewhere, the brewery has also released its new Raspberry Ice Cream IPA called Splice of Heaven: Raspberry (6.2% abv).
Hakuna Ma-Guava | Urban Alley Brewery
Urban Alley Brewery has released a new Guava Sour Ale called Hakuna Ma-Guava (4% abv).
This release is brewed with Hallertau Blanc hops and has flavours described as “tart fruit salad and white wine” and is available online.
Peach Tree Mountain Saison | The Coastal Brewing Co.
The Coastal Brewing Co. has released its Peach Tree Mountain Saison (5.6% abv), which is brewed with peach puree and a farmhouse ale yeast, making it have a “spicy and crisp mouthfeel”, according to the brewer.
This release is available online, from the brewery and from bottleshops in NSW and ACT.
DDH IPA | Akasha Brewing Co.
Akasha Brewing Co. has released its Double Dry Hopped IPA (6.5% abv) which is brewed with Citra and Mosaic hops.
Find this online now.
14th October
Cheeky Pash | Gage Roads Brew Co.
Gage Roads Brew Co. has announced a new collaboration with Tangaroa Blue Foundation called Cheeky Pash (4% abv).
Read more about the release here.
Multiple releases | Hop Nation Brewing Co.
Hop Nation Brewing Co. has announced multiple upcoming releases including:
- West Coast IPA Weekend Getaway (6.3% abv)
- Hazy IPA Head in the Clouds, Feet in the Crowds (6% abv)
- Barrel Aged Pineapple Sour Blonde Ale (6.6% abv)
Pink Motel | The Mill Brewery
The Mill Brewery has announced a new seasonal beer called Pink Motel (4.1% abv).
This Rosé Sour is brewed with Sweet Cherry, Red Raspberries, Key Lime, and Blackcurrant and is available online now.
7th October
Le Fruit | Hawkers Beer
Hawkers Beer has announced a new Blackberry Saison called Le Fruit (8% abv), which is available to purchase online now.
Atomic Lemon Whip | Atomic Beer
Good Drinks Australia’s Atomic Beer has announced the release of Atomic Lemon Whip (4.5% abv) sour into cans, following its GABS People’s Choice award earlier this year.
This release is modelled after a lemon meringue pie and is available to purchase via local stockists.
Counter Culture: After The Harvest | Stone & Wood Brewing Co.
Fermentum-owned Stone & Wood Brewing Co. has announced the next release in its Counter Culture series.
After the Harvest (7% abv) is an Imperial Yuzu Witbier brewed with Hallertau hops.
This new release will be available online and at selected venues and bottleshops from Monday, 10th October.
Special Listing – Salted Pretzel Chocolate Bock | Lost Palms Brewing Co.
Lost Palms Brewing Co. has announced Salted Pretzel Chocolate Block (6.6% abv) as its next special listing release.
This release is a Doppelbock described as a “malt forward, heavy bodied brew that rounds out to a subtle, chocolate sweetness”.
Salted Pretzel Chocolate Bock will be available in both Lost Palms Miami & Sherwood venues from today, with online orders to roll out on Monday, 10th October.
Multiple releases | Urban Alley Brewery
Urban Alley Brewery has announced multiple new releases including:
- Sour IPA El Dorado (6% abv)
- West Coast IPA Glacier (7% abv)
- Mango & Passionfruit Sour Man-Goes Nowhere (5.4% abv)
Find these online now.
Dionysus 2022 | Helios Brewing Co.
Helios Brewing Co. has announced the 2022 edition of its New England IIPA Dionysus (7.5% abv).
This new iteration is dry hopped with Citra, Galaxy and Mosaic hops and is available online now.
Glow Up & Lay Low | Range Brewing
Range Brewing has announced two new releases.
Glow Up (6.2% abv) is an IPA brewed with Citra, Citra Cryo and Citra LUPOMAX hops.
Lay Low (3.6% abv) is a Pale Ale dry hopped with Citra, Cashmere and Motueka hops.
Find these releases online now.
Chosen Path | White Bay Beer Co.
White Bay Beer Co. has released a new Hazy IPA called Chosen Path (6.2% abv).
This release was double dry hopped with Amarillo, Cashmere, Citra and Galaxy hops and is available online now.
