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Beer Is OK was created in December 2019 as a place for Australian beer enthusiasts to come and find amazing new breweries, beer venues and bottle shops in Western Australia that stock their favourite craft beer. It's also a place for the Beer Is OK team to share our thoughts on local events and venues, writing about brewery tours, pub crawls and upcoming local beer-related events.
Beer Is OK
1M ago
Beer gardens have become a popular choice for those seeking food and drinks in outdoor spaces. Unlike most other outdoor spaces that serve alcohol, these spots are surrounded by trees and other forms of greenery.
Some of the best beer gardens in Perth today include Hadiqa, a Moroccan-themed restaurant in a lush, green setting, and The Left Bank, which faces the Swan River for incredible views of the water and passing yachts. Due to their unique setting, decor, and sceneries, beer gardens also make for great event venues.
However, their outdoor setting also means guests should be prepared for t ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
There’s no doubt that craft beer has been sought within the past few years, paving the way for the development of more microbrewery businesses. The consumption of beer has increased continuously in the country, particularly among the urban millennial groups.
People now prefer to go out to the brewpub after their working hours, along with the rise in higher living standards and personal disposable income.
But have you ever considered what is required for these new and emerging microbreweries to set up and start serving?
Understanding microbreweries
Normally, a microbrewery is the type of ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
Looking for a new way to enjoy a few beers on the weekend? Check out oure beer snorkel review, one of the latest beer accessories on the market.
This small tool makes downing a full beer easy, with an aluminium straw allowing air to flow through the beer as you gulp it down. While it’s no surprise that straws can help you finish a beer quicker, this tool takes it to the next level and makes it easier than ever before.
The Beer Snorkel’s compact and durable design also makes it the perfect travel companion when planning a camping trip out bush. Consider adding it as a drinking penalty to some o ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
Australian breweries have always been some of the best producers of funny beer commercials and adverts. Although, there are definitely a couple of international commercials that deserve an honourable mention.
To help you relive the ‘good old days’ of large-scale and high budget beer advertising which was the early 2000’s, we’ve compiled a list of classic and funny beer commercials which will no doubt bring back some memories. So, whether you’re looking through on your phone in bed, sitting down for a bevvy after work or sneaking a quick look on the work computer, check out these 10 classic com ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
If you’re on the lookout for a drinking game with plenty of unique ideas, heavy and moderate drinking penalties, endless replayability and customisation to suit what your friends enjoy, then The BoozeGames is the drinking game for you.
The BoozeGames includes eight different drinking games (decks) in one, giving a unique twist on every turn around the table.
One player could be attempting to describe the colour ‘Blue’, while the next turn you’ll be setting up a mini-game of beer pong to compete in.
This propels The BoozeGames above your more common range of drinking games out there.
After find ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
You know what they say, “A man’s home is his castle.” So let that be your guide when you’re on the hunt for some home bar ideas when building a home bar.
Before reading the home bar ideas below, ask yourself:
Do I want the home bar design to be more like an old-school pub setup or do I want it to feel more modern?
What kind of drinker am I?
Am I trying to please everyone or just me and my roommates with the home bar design?
Am I going for a beer fridge or full draught and keg setup?
No matter what type of home bar idea you’re going for, there are plenty of ways to make your house party the t ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
Do you consider yourself a bit of a craft beer nut?
While many beer drinkers like to stick to their tried and tested style of beer, craft beer enthusiasts are often searching for new and unique beer types. Whether it’s a new mid-strength lager, or a more unique fruit style beer, Australian and international breweries are always releasing exciting new styles.
To help you discover a new unique beer style, follow this guide.
Ready to try a new and unique beer style?
The beer styles available in Australia are nearly endless, with each region and brewery bringing their own unique flavours to ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
When it comes to Aussie icons, the charismatic Bob Hawke is one for plenty of reasons.
Widely considered to be one of Australia’s greatest prime ministers, Hawke once boasted a personal approval rating of 75%, is to date the longest-serving Labor leader and forever transformed politics in Australia.
But while his political achievements alone are substantial, Hawke’s iconic nature is underpinned by his charisma, his typical Aussie disposition, and his love for beer.
Yes, Hawke isn’t the only famed Australian known by this affinity for beer – evident in their side hustles, beer has a place in th ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
We’re always on the lookout for awesome local craft beer and burger matchings.
Being Perth locals, we’ve had our fair share of amazing burgers enjoyed with a freshly poured glass of local beer. Even when alcohol is not served, nothing beats grabbing a burger takeaway and cracking a tinnie of your favourite when you arrive home.
Although these craft beer and burger matchings depend on a person’s taste, we thought we’d highlight some of our favourites.
In the list below, we mention some local beers and burger joints based on previous experiences. Yes, there will be some of your favourites missin ..read more
Beer Is OK
2y ago
Want to try your hand at home brewing but don’t want to spend the initial cost for the equipment?
Well, time to brew beer on premises at Brew U.
Brew University in Canning Vale has a full Brew-On-Premises (BOP) setup and a huge selection of beer options so you can brew your own without needing to buy the equipment.
Now that’s convenient!
The cost to brew beer of your own ranges from approximately $150 to $250 (at time of writing) for 50L depending on your beer of choice. This provides about 6 cartons of beer (~$25-$40 a carton).
So not only do you learn to brew, it’s quite cost-effective and f ..read more