The Bedford Food and Wine Festival returned this year, offering a fantastic blend of local charm, fine wines, and gourmet pairings. With Featherstone Brewery attending, it became an event full of fun, learning, and sensory exploration. From the art of beer brewing to winemaking, both beverages share key qualities judged on aroma, flavor, and finish. This year's addition of curated food and wine pairings by The Duke Hotel made the experience even more memorable, bringing an exciting new dimension to the festival.

Understanding the Differences Between Lager and Ale: Yeast Strains, Fermentation, and Flavour

Discover the key differences between lager and ale from three perspectives: the scientific difference in yeast strains, the brewer's focus on cold fermentation, and the beer drinker's view of lager as a traditional choice. Explore how these factors influence the taste and character of your favorite beers, and learn about the emerging trend of hybrid beers that combine the best of both worlds.

Ensuring a smooth and efficient draught beer system is essential for bars and restaurants to deliver quality beverages to their customers. This guide covers all the equipment needed for a draught beer setup, from kegs and lines to taps and coolers. It also highlights key maintenance practices to keep your system running smoothly, avoid contamination, and enhance the overall beer-drinking experience at your venue.

Just over a year ago I was preparing for a beer judging exam - getting familiar with the nuances and appreciating the flavours of different beer styles was an absolutely amazing experience and gave me a new appreciation for the variety of beers brewed around the...

The annual RHBC Beer Run takes place in Baakens Valley through Settlers Park where Featherstone Brewery had a 'Beer Point' taking Makhanda's finest craft beer to Port...

Featherstone Brewery is pleased to announce the opening of the Featherstone Beer Garden just off the N2 outside Makhanda. Situated in the country alongside the STAG Sports club on the farm 'kleinplaas'. Although not co-located with the brewery it shares a similar...

Non-Alcoholic beers are not just for survival in lockdown alcohol bans they are tasty alternatives to sugary soft drinks. Brewed using beer malt, hops and yeast they are fully fermented but ultra low in alcohol. They not only have the health benefits of having low...

There has been a rapturous reception to iBhiya in the market. What started as a limited edition beer for #SANBeerDay has drawn attentio across the spectrum. I've had many interviews in person, virtually and over an iBhiya or two. There have been so many great...