If you thought craft beer was reserved for brewpubs, you’ll be happy to know Brisbane Airport has its own craft beer scene brewing at the Domestic Terminal.
Flowing through bar taps and stocked on fridge shelves throughout the Domestic Terminal, you’ll find brews from as close as 13 kilometres away (Newstead Brewery and Green Beacon) to brews from the Gold Coast, Byron Bay and Adelaide.
If you’re looking for a place to grab a glass of liquid gold within the Domestic Terminal, hopps to it with this guide.
1. The Common
While The Common has an enviable cocktail menu at the Domestic Terminal, the range of beers on tap is equally as impressive.
With views overlooking the runway, this is the perfect place to sip back, relax and enjoy a thirst-quenching BrewDog pale ale with a few delectable tapas dishes before taking to the skies.
Find The Common at Level 2, between gates 24 and 25 (after security) in the Domestic Terminal.
2. Newstead Brewing Co
For your last taste of Brisbane before you jet off, pull up a pew at Newstead Brewing Co.
Indulge in a Two To The Valley IPA, a local favourite, this beer is everything you'd want from a bold American-style IPA. The hop aromas dance from piney and tropical to herbaceous with a resinous back palate bitterness.
Find Newstead Brewing Co at Level 2, near gate 38 (after security) in the Domestic Terminal.
3. The Lord Lamington
The Gold Coast might be famous for its surf, but when a Hawaiian-born brewer married a local, they found a way to use the crisp waters for beer making and Burleigh Brewing Co was born.
Leave the Sunshine State with a taste of it on your lips at The Lord Lamington and order a pot (or two) of the 28 pale ale or Sublime Mexican lager, made with care by Burleigh Brewing Co.
Find The Lord Lamington at Central Terminal, between Gate 26 & 32 in the Domestic Terminal.
4. The Aviary
If a high-end vibe is more your style, then you can't go past a pre-flight tipple at The Aviary.
A beautifully designed venue that champions Australian produce, you'll find several beers from breweries including Burleigh Brewing Co and Stone & Wood on the menu.
In other words, it's the perfect pit stop to whet your whistle before taking off on your next adventure.
Find The Aviary at Level 2, Qantas terminal area, near Gate 23 (after security) in the Domestic Terminal.
5. Ze Pickle
You might not be about to sail the seven seas but there’s always time to channel your inner Pirate while you wait for your burger to arrive, say "arrrrrr" with a South Australian-made Pirate Life IPA at Ze Pickle (Qantas end).
If the wayward Pirates life is not for you, Ze Pickle has a choice of beers on tap, if you'd like to have a touch more control in your life.
Find Ze Pickle at Level 2 Cafe Court, Qantas terminal area near Gate 22 (after security) in the Domestic Terminal.
6. Graze Grill & Bar
If you find yourself in the Qantas Terminal Satellite, head to Graze Grill & Bar to enjoy a classic steak sandwich and a crisp Stella Artois European pale lager, perfect for a refreshing pre-travel combo.
You can also enjoy both beers at Coffee Royal, a short stroll away from Gate 22.
Find Graze Grill & Bar at Level 2, Qantas Satellite, near Gate 21 (after security) and Coffee Royal at Level 2 Cafe Court, Qantas terminal area near Gate 22 (after security) in the Domestic Terminal.
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