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What to do and see in Queensland, Australia: The Best Breweries
Queensland (abbreviated as Qld) is the second-largest and third-most-populous state in the Commonwealth of Australia. Situated in the north-east of the country, it is bordered by the Northern Territory, South Australia and New South Wales to the west, south-west and south respectively. To the east, Queensland is bordered by the Coral Sea and Pacific Ocean. The state is the world's sixth largest sub-national entity, with an area of 1,852,642 km.
Restaurants in Queensland
1. Macalister Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By RedS237 - Queenstown, New Zealand
Schooldays IPA... enough said It is awesome!! A hidden treasure ... i take my 1L bottle in for a refill most days while visiting the cairns area
2. Granddad Jack's Craft Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
The Gold Coast's first and only craft Gin, Vodka and Whiskey distillery located just two minutes walk from the North Burleigh beach. Recreating age-old family recipes in memory of our Great Granddad Jack, each of our spirits are handcrafted and made from locally or nationally sourced raw materials. We have humbly won multiple prestigious industry awards since opening and invite you to join us on a tour or visit to the Tasting Room to try for yourself. Production is on full show to visitors from the Tasting Room and tours are available over the weekend. We also host a very intimate distillery experience weekly where you can make your own bottle of gin and enjoy an evening with our Head Distiller. Our Tasting Room has a BYO food policy (order in or bring your own cheeseboard). We're both family & fur baby friendly and often have local live music on weekends.
Reviewed By Lauralee47
So our day started with a tour of the Granddad Jack’s distillery, with a gin in our hand and Dave telling his story. We learnt about the family history and how every aspect of the business came together from the building of the premises to the name on each bottle. We were captivated from the start and felt like we’d been welcomed into the family. Being that the venue is BYO food, we decided to whip out a little cheese board and Nicky kindly sat us at the bar to be a part of the action. Zac and Jimmy had the bar under control and had some great banter to keep us entertained for the day. Luke popped his head up briefly out the back, but boy oh boy is his coffee liqueur worth a try!! The kiwi singer (Joe I think) knew how to read the room when it came to song choices. Alongside the usual Sunday vibes, he did some originals songs and then some acoustic versions of songs you wouldn’t really expect to hear. It was all round a lovely atmosphere. We have friends coming up to QLD from VIC later this year and will definitely be bringing them here! Thanks again to the awesome family that is Granddad Jack’s! Sam and Blondie xx
3. Volcanic Brewing
4. Boilingpot Brewing Co
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By 701David - Fitzroy, Australia
Another great brewery in Noosa. We had dinner here and enjoyed a very tasty pizza...fig, rocket and walnut ...with some excellent brews...Bat Migration and Best Behaviour. Its in a location where there are no hassles with parking and they have created a perfect place for a night out. Well done and highly recommended.
5. XXXX Brewery Tour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 617 reviews
Experience the inner workings of this heritage brewery, explore the story of beer, and gain an insight into the 135 year history of an Australian icon. Get close to the action as you walk through the heart of the brewery, and finish with a tasting session in the unique Ale House bar. Lasting approximately 90 minutes the XXXX Brewery Tour is an entertaining and educational experience which tells the colourful XXXX story.
Reviewed By Trezoe
3 of us took part in the Brewery Tour yesterday - from the video at the start to the tasting at the end we couldn't fault it. The tour was both informative and entertaining. Can't believe I have lived in QLD for 44 years and this is the first time I have done the tour. Looking at some of the old cans and bottles along the way brought back different memories in my own life. Great sampling of the different styles they brew at the end. We followed it up with a couple of souvenirs and lunch at the Alehouse - no better way to spend a morning.
6. Bagara Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
7. Burleigh Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Burleigh Brewing Company is the Gold Coast's premier craft brewery, producing world class local beer with balance, character and soul. Visit Burleigh Brewing's brewery and taphouse and enjoy a fresh, world class craft beer straight from the source. With an impressive 24-tap tower running 12 Burleigh Brewing beers at any one time, this is a craft beer experience not to be missed. The brewery and taphouse host local musicians and Burleigh Eats by the Oak every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, offering the perfect way to ease into, and out of, the weekend. Check out what's coming up here https://burleighbrewing.com.au/bulletin-board/
Reviewed By 47rachelg - Gold Coast, Australia
Great range of quality beers on tap! Something to suit everyone in the group and amazing taster pots so you can sample it all. Great live music and amazing food trucks each week - always a fun day with friends!
8. Green Beacon Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
9. Bacchus Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
We are a unique small batch brewery, creating over 170 brand new beers a year. We love brewing & perfecting classic styles, but are probably best known for creating some of the most interesting & flavoursome beers in the country. In 2014 we were awarded Runner Up "Champion Small Australian Brewery" at the Australian International Beer Awards. In 2016 we became the only brewery to twice win the prestigious "Peoples Choice Award" at the annual Great Australian Beer Spectapular (GABS), a competition attracting over a 100 breweries from around the world vying to brew the best "specialty Beer" for the Festival. We are also a cellar door for Ballandean Estate Wines, the Granite Belts oldest winery. Open 5 days a week, we now have 20 taps pouring our amazing beers & cider plus dozens more available by the bottle for drink in or takeaway. We are BYO food on Wednesdays, with our Pizza Kitchen opening Friday to Sunday with Food Trucks Thursday through Sunday. Live music Thursdays & Sundays.
Reviewed By EdwardR1233
Enjoy the company of your friends in a casual, relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Sample different flavours of craft beer and fresh site baked pizzas, food truck & musicians available some evenings ! It can get very busy Friday and Saturday evenings so book a table (minimum 6) if you don't want to be disappointed.
10. Balter Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Dilan1988 - Gold Coast, Australia
Went on a brewery tour and Dave was great and gave so much information. Dark Helmet is addictive and also the IPA is so aromatic and flavoursome.. on tour we got a free beer can to walk around with and also after the tour a tasting paddle so I think it is great value for money. And also a stubby holder for free.
