Bitter Beer – is more of an English tradition than an Australian one.
It’s not common to drink Bitter Beer in Australia – most beers need to be chilled to ball freezing to be enjoyable, especially during an Australian summer. Bitter Beer is normally drunk at a higher temperature, and hence, is better to drink during winter.
I was in the local bottle shop recently and a Funny Beer Label (from a Bitter Beer) caught my eye. Here is an interesting Bitter Beer I could add to my Beer Index.
It’s called My Wife’s Bitter (which could be interpreted as ‘My Wife Is Bitter’…)
It’s brewed by the Burleigh Brewing Company on the Gold Coast, south of Brisbane. This is a microbrewery that I’m yet to visit, but since I am somewhat of a Beer aficionado (meaning, Beer Addict), I think I’d better check it out!
There is a joke that English people have to microwave their Bitter Beer to have it reach their preferred temperature! This is exploited somewhat on the back label of the beer bottle (see line about temperature for English people):
So if you’re coming to South East Queensland, Australia and like beer, then check out the Burleigh Brewing Company.
If you’re thirsty, check out Over 640 Thirst Quenching Beer Recipes, or Brew Your Own Beer!
I love the title and the irony of this Funny Beer Label – My Wife’s Bitter!
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November 17th, 2009 at 10:39 am
Great to see that you like our limited edition My Wife’s Bitter – it’s been really popular, so we’ve made another batch! Look out for it from late November in Vintage Sellers stores across Australia – Cheers!
Burleigh Brewing Co.
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February 11th, 2010 at 3:32 am
Ha HA!
I love this beer! (or at least the name, and bottle, I’ve never actually *drank* it.)
I love some of the innovative names beer/wine companies come up with.
Thanks!
Billy
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April 3rd, 2010 at 2:42 am
I’m delighted! After reading your post I can tell you are passionate about your writing. Keep up the great work and I’ll return for more! Thank you.
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April 24th, 2010 at 10:50 am
Awesome label, wish I could pick up one at local shop.
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July 21st, 2010 at 12:57 am
Very clever lol. I think when a company shows a bit of humour in their packaging and branding it gets them noticed above their competition, as well as letting people know that there are real people behind the brand. And married men love a good joke about their wives.
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July 29th, 2010 at 6:17 am
Was just in Australia and totally missed this! Know if I can get it in the US?
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