Our Story
Best-Beer Australia was born from a simple passion shared by a group of friends who spent countless evenings exploring the incredible diversity of Australian beer. What started as casual tastings at local pubs and bottle shops in Melbourne evolved into a dedicated mission to help fellow Australians navigate the ever-expanding world of domestic brews.
We launched this platform in 2024 with a clear purpose: to create a trustworthy, independent resource for beer enthusiasts of all experience levels. Whether you're a newcomer curious about the difference between a lager and an ale, or a seasoned craft beer aficionado searching for your next favourite IPA, we aim to provide the guidance you need to make informed choices.
Our Mission
To demystify Australian beer culture and help every reader discover beers that genuinely match their taste preferences, budget, and drinking occasions.
What Sets Us Apart
Unlike many beer websites that simply aggregate reviews or push sponsored content, our team personally evaluates every beer featured on our site. We conduct blind tastings to ensure objectivity, assess value for money based on real Australian retail prices, and consider factors that matter to everyday drinkers—not just competition judges.
Our evaluation process involves examining aroma, appearance, mouthfeel, flavour complexity, and finish. We note the malt backbone, hop character, and any distinctive brewing techniques. For each beer, we consider its best drinking temperature, ideal glassware, and food pairing suggestions. We also track seasonal availability and regional distribution to ensure our recommendations are practical for readers across Australia.
The Team Behind the Tastings
Our core team consists of certified Cicerones, BJCP-trained judges, and long-time homebrewers who have collectively spent decades exploring everything from mass-produced lagers to experimental barrel-aged stouts. We've toured breweries from Fremantle to the Yarra Valley, attended countless beer festivals, and maintained personal cellar collections that would make any enthusiast jealous.
Beyond credentials, what unites our team is a genuine love for beer culture in all its forms. We appreciate a perfectly crafted VB at a summer cricket match just as much as a limited-release imperial stout from a boutique microbrewery. Every style has its place, and every drinker deserves to find beers they genuinely enjoy.
Our Promise
We commit to honest, unbiased assessments. Our affiliate partnerships never influence our ratings or recommendations. If a beer doesn't meet our standards, it won't appear on our site—regardless of commercial considerations.
Our Approach to Reviews
We believe great beer content should educate and empower, not just promote. That's why our guides cover topics like proper storage techniques, serving temperatures, glassware selection, and food pairing fundamentals. We want you to get the most out of every beer you drink, whether it costs $2 per can or $20 per bottle.
Our comparison tools let you evaluate beers side by side based on ABV, IBU, price point, and flavour characteristics. Our interactive quiz helps newcomers find styles that match their existing taste preferences. Everything we build serves one purpose: helping you drink better beer.
Join Our Community
Beer is best enjoyed with good company, and we consider our readers part of our extended community. We welcome your feedback, suggestions, and recommendations. If there's a local brewery we haven't covered or a topic you'd like us to explore, please reach out through our contact page. Together, we can continue to celebrate and support Australia's remarkable beer scene.
Thank you for trusting Best-Beer Australia as your guide. Here's to discovering your next favourite brew—cheers!