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Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours

Black Hops launches its first batch of behind-the-scenes brewery tours

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Beloved Gold Coast beer maker Black Hops is now giving craft-beer fans and inquisitive sippers a behind-the-scenes look at its Biggera Waters brewery. For the first time ever, the Black Hops crew has launched brewery tours, allowing you to step behind the 'No Entry' sign (wearing high-vis, of course) and delve deep in the wild world of craft beer with some of the best in the business.

The new Black Hops brewery tours, held monthly at Black Hops II (Biggera Waters), are hosted by the brewery’s resident beer guru and all-round cool human Leah Spong. The tour kicks off by taking things back to where it all began for the Black Hops founders, Dan Norris, Eddie Oldfield and Michael ‘Govs’ McGovern, with a short story-time session while enjoying a sample of the first beer to put Black Hops on the map – the Eggnog Stout.

From there, the tour essentially follows the brewing process throughout the facility – starting with the hops and yeast, and ending at the canning and labelling. In between, you’ll sip plenty of fresh beer straight from the source (hot tip – don’t drive) and go on a fun and informative journey, learning the ins and outs of how the Black Hops brews are created. Black Hops has always been known for its transparency – so ask all of the questions, take as many photos as you like, and also expect to hear all of the intriguing, nitty-gritty details as to how the humble Burleigh-born business came to be one of the country’s most favoured independent craft-beer brands.

The Black Hops brewery tours are $50 and include plenty of beers along the way – plus you’ll be gifted a four-pack of its iconic Pale Ale at the end. You definitely won’t leave thirsty! For more info and to sign up for the next tour, head to the Black Hops website.

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Published on February 20, 2020 by Janna Hrastovec

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