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A Sneak-peek of the best craft beer brands of 2023

There are many popular styles of craft beer in Australia, including pale ale, IPA, stout, and sour beer. If you’re new to craft beer, it can be hard to decide where to start with so many exciting brands and styles available. Don’t worry, BWS, as always, is here to help. Here are our top craft beer brands for 2023, so you can enjoy a smooth craft beer shopping experience, every time.
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21 Nov 2023
10 Most Popular Craft Beer Brands for 2023
There are many popular styles of craft beer in Australia, including pale ale, IPA, stout, and sour beer. If you’re new to craft beer, it can be hard to decide where to start with so many exciting brands and styles available. Don’t worry, BWS, as always, is here to help. Here are our top craft beer brands for 2023, so you can enjoy a smooth craft beer shopping experience, every time.
Little CreaturesA popular brewery in Fremantle, Western Australia, Little Creatures has been filling the hearts, and pitchers, of craft beer lovers across Australia since 2000. Their pale ale with citrusy and caramel flavours is a must-try.
Little Creatures
Pale Ale Bottles 330mL
$5.50/ bottle
Pale Ale Bottles 330mL
James SquireOffering a wide range of craft beers, James Squire has a variety for every beer-drinking palette. Their ‘Nine Tales’ amber ale, has won multiple awards for its balance of caramel and toffee flavors. Other popular products include their ‘Hop Thief’ and ginger beer. This is a must-try craft beer brand for 2023.
James Squire
150 Lashes Premium Pale Ale Bottles 330mL
$5/ bottle
150 Lashes Premium Pale Ale Bottles 330mL
John BostonThe most popular craft beer from John Boston is their pale ale, with its perfectly balanced fruity and hoppy notes. Other popular styles not to miss are their German-style pilsner and the seasonal black forest chocolate cherry stout.
John Boston
Pale Ale Bottle 330mL
$5/ bottle
Pale Ale Bottle 330mL
BalterIf you observe a can of Balter XPA you will see a smile, showing craft beer by Balter is all about enjoyment. Founded in Queensland, Australia, Balter Brewery has been consistently popular among craft-beer lovers for its unique aromatic tropical flavours.
Balter
XPA Cans 375mL
$6.50/ can
XPA Cans 375mL
4 PinesThe 4 Pines Brewing Company is another Aussie-favourite brand from New South Wales, Australia. If love to experiment with new flavours, then the German-style Hefeweizen is a must-try. Crafted with a special yeast strain, expect spicy and fruity notes sure to excite your tastebuds.
4 Pines
Pacific Ale Bottles 330mL
$6/ bottle
Pacific Ale Bottles 330mL
Sail & AnchorBased in Fremantle, Western Australia, Sail & Anchor Brewery sell two particularly popular craft beers that have garnered a lot of love. One is their pale ale, with the perfect balance of floral and fruity notes. The other is their Breakaway IPA, produced with four types of hops to create its trademark piney and citrusy flavour. Another variety not to be missed is their seasonal special, the Cloud Catcher (Hazy IPA).
Sail & Anchor
Golden Ale Bottles 330mL
$4.20/ bottle
Golden Ale Bottles 330mL
Young Henry'sA great place to start with craft beers, Young Henrys sets a fine example of what you should expect from a well-made brew. A loved brand within Australia, Young Henrys offers great-tasting pale ales, IPAs, lagers, stouts and craft sour beers. Their British-style Real Ale and Cloudy Cider are some particular varieties not to be missed, as well as their Newtowner pale ale, for its peach notes with hints of passionfruit and citrus.
Young Henrys
Cloudy Cider Cans 375mL
$6.50/ can
Cloudy Cider Cans 375mL
Mountain GoatBased in Richmond, Victoria, this brewery falls into the league of torch-bearers for Australian craft beer. Their Steam Ale and Summer Ale are particularly well-loved varieties. The brewery also offers a limited-edition Barrel Breed Imperial Stout aged in whiskey barrels to create unique chocolatey flavours.
Mountain Goat
Very Enjoyable Beer Cans 375mL
$4.50/ can
Very Enjoyable Beer Cans 375mL
Stone & WoodStone & Wood Brewing Co beers are as delicious as you would expect. Crafted in beautiful Byron Bay in New South Wales, Australia, their classic Pacific Ale is extremely popular with its tropical fruity undertones and wonderful crisp finish.
Stone & Wood
Pacific Ale Bottles 330mL
$6/ bottle
Pacific Ale Bottles 330mL
Pirate Life Brewing
Discover the Finest Craft Beer Brands at BWS!
With 1400+ BWS bottle shops across Australia, we’re dedicated to throwing boring out the window and bringing fun to the world of drink choices. Be it alcoholic, zero%* alcohol, vegan, or gluten-free; you name it, you will find it all at your local BWS bottle O. Bonus? They’re at everyday low prices. We want to make your shopping experience as convenient as possible. For the amazing craft beers listed, choose from our range of shopping and delivery options. Order on our website or mobile app and choose from quick 30-minute pickup or ASAP delivery. We’re happy to fit around you. Cheers to craft beer!
Shop the top 10 craft beer brands of 2023
150 Lashes Premium Pale Ale Bottles 330mL
James Squire
150 Lashes Premium Pale Ale Bottles 330mL
$5/ bottle
 
Pale Ale Bottle 330mL
John Boston
Pale Ale Bottle 330mL
$5/ bottle
 
XPA Cans 375mL
Balter
XPA Cans 375mL
$6.50/ can
 
Pacific Ale Bottles 330mL
4 Pines
Pacific Ale Bottles 330mL
$6/ bottle
 
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