Take a tour with a tipple
Fact: Australians love beer. Queenslander’s in particular seem to be amongst the biggest fans, renouncing their love with a statewide celebration, Queensland Beer Week. So logically, what better way to truly get behind the Aussie beverage of choice than with a brewery tour? Queensland is home to the major breweries of XXXX – four x – and Carlton, which produce a range of popular Australian brews, from VB to Foster’s. Additionally, Queensland also sports a selection of microbreweries such as Thirsty Critters and Burleigh Brewing Company, which offer regular and specialty tours and tastings.
Breweries in Queensland
Perfect for a group day out or a rainy day activity, a Queensland brewery tour will give you an insight into the history and tradition of brewing in Australia, how Queensland beers are brewed and an all round view of the brewing plant. The Carlton Brewery, situated in Yatala is located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast and stands as the equal largest brewery in Australia. Offering interactive tours, you can see where your beer comes from, before heading to the beer garden for lunch and a tipple. The XXXX ale house and brewery tours are located west of Brisbane city in Milton and are an unforgettable way to experience a taste of a truly Australian icon.
