11/03/2026
Spill The Pint Podcast – Episode 6 | Influencer Freebie Verdict, BrewDog Australia Sale, $18 Schooners Debate & Brewery Wishlists
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Episode 6 of Spill The Pint brings more craft beer discussion, brewery industry news, and pub-level opinions as Adsy and Matt dive into another week of stories from the Australian and global beer scene.
We kick things off with updates around the show itself, including progress on intro and outro music and a bit of exciting news from Adsy, who hints that Eloise might have something special lined up for the podcast.
We then return to Pub Court to deliver the verdict from Case , which asked whether influencers requesting free beer from breweries is smart marketing or cringe entitlement. The jury made its position clear, with 90 percent voting that it falls firmly into the cringe category. We unpack why the community feels this way and what it means for breweries navigating modern marketing and social media culture.
In international beer industry news, we discuss the acquisition of BrewDog Australia, which has been purchased by a major global beverage group, marking another big shift in the ownership landscape of high profile craft beer brands. We also cover the closure of Innis & Gunn venues following administration proceedings, along with another major UK brewery collapse that has resulted in all locations shutting their doors and significant job losses. These stories highlight the ongoing pressures facing parts of the global brewing industry.
Back home in Australian craft beer news, we look at the launch of Hop City, a new venue from the team at Happy Valley that adds another destination for beer lovers. We also discuss the Brendale brewery site sale, which was purchased for 3.75 million dollars by SKJ Capital and will be rebranded as Alamo. In a related story, we touch on an Australian firm acquiring Alamo Beer Co. out of Chapter 11 proceedings while keeping operations based in San Antonio.
Our Brewery Visit Wishlist returns, where we share dream destinations we would love to experience in person. Adsy’s pick is To Øl in Denmark, a globally respected brewery known for creativity and modern brewing techniques, while Matt chooses Cloudwater Brew Co. in the UK, one of the most influential names in contemporary craft beer.
This week’s new Pub Court case, File , tackles a topic many drinkers are noticing more often: $18 schooners. Are these prices necessary for venues trying to survive rising costs, or does it cross the line into price gouging?
To finish the episode, Adsy gives the Industry Legend Shout Out to Charlie, Head Brewer at Woolgoolga Brewing, recognising his work and contribution to the brewing community.
If you enjoy craft beer podcasts, Australian beer news, brewery industry insights, and honest conversations about beer culture, grab a drink and settle in for another episode of Spill The Pint.
Spill The Pint Podcast – Episode 6 | Influencer Freebie Verdict, BrewDog Australia Sale, $18 Schooners Debate & Brewery Wishlists
