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Wheat-free beer, often synonymous with gluten-free beer, is a type of beer brewed without wheat or other gluten-containing grains such as barley. While wheat-free beers may have once lacked flavour, there are now several tasty wheat-free beers available in Australia. These beers are brewed with gluten-free grains such as millet, rice, and sorghum, and are safe for coeliacs to drink.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Gluten-free beers use grains | Millet, rice, sorghum, organic millet, locally-sourced spring water, Tettnang hops |
| Gluten-reduced beers | Bentspoke, Wayward Brewing, Happy Valley, Omission Brewing Co. |
| Gluten-free breweries | Black Duck Brewery, SOBAH brewing, Two Bays Brewing Co., Wilde Gluten Free Pale Ale, O'Brien, GFB |
| Endorsed by Coeliac Australia | Two Bays, O'Brien, Hahn Ultra Crisp, Wilde Gluten Free Pale Ale, GFB |
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Gluten-free beers in Australia
Most beers are made using barley and wheat malt in the brewing process, which contain gluten, making them unsuitable for coeliac disease sufferers. However, there are several gluten-free options available in Australia, including gluten-free beers made with grains such as millet, rice, and sorghum instead of wheat.
Gluten-free beer brands in Australia
- Hahn – Hahn SuperDry GF (formerly known as Hahn Ultra Crisp) is a gluten-free beer made from 100% rice instead of wheat or barley. It has a crisp, refreshing flavour with notes of citrus and very little bitterness. It is also low in calories.
- Two Bays Brewing Co. – This company offers a gluten-free pale ale made with malted ancient grains, including millet, rice, and buckwheat, along with Citra and Cascade hops. It has a mix of sweet malts and citrus, floral hops, and is endorsed by Coeliac Australia. They also have a new almond milk porter.
- O'Brien – O'Brien Belgian Ale is a gluten-free beer that has won a GOLD medal at the Australian International Beer Awards. It is described as having a "pretty good" taste.
- Black Duck Brewery – Located in Port Macquarie, this brewery offers a gluten-free ginger beer and gluten-free food options.
- Wilde – Wilde Gluten-Free Pale Ale is made from ancient grains using gluten-free sorghum instead of wheat or barley. It has an alcohol content of 3.5% and features notes of tropical fruits, citrus, and floral hops. It is also vegan.
- SOBAH – SOBAH brewing in Australia offers a non-alcoholic and gluten-free beer called Davidson Plum Gluten-Free Ale. It is a seasonal brew and may not be available year-round.
Gluten-reduced beers
It is important to distinguish between gluten-free and gluten-reduced beers. While gluten-free beers use alternative grains, gluten-reduced beers are brewed with gluten and then treated with an enzyme to break down the gluten content. These beers may still contain trace amounts of gluten, so they are not recommended for individuals with coeliac disease or high sensitivities. Examples of breweries offering gluten-reduced beers in Australia include Bentspoke and Wayward Brewing. Happy Valley in Brisbane also offers a range of gluten-reduced beers.
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Gluten-reduced beers in Australia
While most beers contain barley and wheat malt in the brewing process, there are several gluten-free and gluten-reduced options available in Australia. Gluten-free beers use grains such as millet instead of barley and wheat malt, while gluten-reduced beers use an enzyme to break down the gluten content to below five parts per million. It is important to note that gluten-reduced beers still contain trace amounts of gluten, so they may not be suitable for individuals with Celiac Disease or high sensitivities.
Happy Valley in Brisbane offers a range of tasty gluten-reduced beers. Additionally, SOBAH brewing in Australia offers a non-alcoholic and gluten-free beer called Davidson Plum Gluten-Free Ale, although it is a seasonal brew and may not be available year-round. O'Brien also offers a gluten-free stout, and Black Duck Brewery in Port Macquarie has a gluten-free ginger beer on their menu.
For those seeking gluten-reduced options, Hawkers provides a range of choices, including Pilsner, Pale Ale, West Coast IPA, and Rover Gilbert Road Lager. While these beers have undetectable gluten content, they cannot be officially classified as 'gluten-free' due to the raw materials used in their production. Nevertheless, many people with Celiac Disease have reported tolerating gluten-reduced beers without issues, but individual tolerance levels may vary.
Bentspoke and Wayward Brewing are also breweries that offer a gluten-reduced core range of beers. Furthermore, Beer Cartel in Australia provides a range of gluten-free beers for purchase online or at their Sydney craft beer store.
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Gluten-free beer brands in Australia
Australia may not have as many gluten-free beer brands as some other countries, but there are several solid options that are safe for those with coeliac disease. Here is a list of some of the best gluten-free beer brands available in Australia:
Wilde Gluten Free Pale Ale
Wilde Gluten Free Pale Ale is an easy-drinking beer with tropical fruit flavours. It is made from ancient grains using gluten-free sorghum instead of wheat or barley to create a mid-strength beer at 3.5% alcohol. It has tasting notes of fruity citrus, a lightly bitter taste, and a slight tartness. It is endorsed by Coeliac Australia and is also 100% vegan.
O'Brien
O'Brien offers a range of gluten-free beers, including the O'Brien Pale Ale and the O'Brien Belgian Ale, which has won a GOLD medal at the Australian International Beer Awards. Their beers have a mix of specialty craft-type GF options, but they can be very expensive.
Hahn Ultra Crisp (now Hahn SuperDry GF)
Hahn Ultra Crisp, now known as Hahn SuperDry GF, is made from 100% rice instead of the standard wheat or barley, resulting in a gluten-free beer. It has a crisp, refreshing flavour profile featuring a healthy dose of citrus with very little bitterness. It is also low in calories, with only 99 per serving and 4.5% ABV.
Two Bays Brewing Co.
Two Bays Brewing Co. offers a gluten-free pale ale that is brewed with malted ancient grains, including millet, rice, and buckwheat, along with Citra and Cascade hops. It has a mix of sweet malts and citrus, floral hops, and is endorsed by Coeliac Australia. They also have a new almond milk porter and a gluten-free dark beer called No Doubt Stout.
SOBAH Brewing
SOBAH brewing in Australia offers a gluten-free and non-alcoholic beer called Davidson Plum Gluten-Free Ale. It is a seasonal brew, so it may not be available all year round.
In addition to these brands, Black Duck Brewery in Port Macquarie offers a gluten-free ginger beer, and Happy Valley in Brisbane has a range of gluten-reduced beers.
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Gluten-free beer alternatives in Australia
Most beers are made using barley and wheat malt in the brewing process, which contain gluten. This means that people with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance cannot drink them. However, there are several gluten-free beer alternatives available in Australia, which use grains such as millet instead of gluten-containing grains.
Gluten-free beers in Australia
One popular option for gluten-free beer in Australia is Hahn Ultra Crisp, which is made from rice and has been endorsed by Coeliac Australia. It has been described as having a clean, crisp taste, making it a prime choice for those who cannot consume gluten. Another gluten-free option is O’Brien, which offers a stout and a pale ale. However, some reviewers have found that it has an off-putting taste.
Gluten-reduced beers
While not completely gluten-free, there are also several gluten-reduced beers available in Australia. These beers are brewed with gluten, but then the gluten content is reduced using an enzyme. It is important to note that these beers still contain trace amounts of gluten, so they may not be suitable for those with coeliac disease or high sensitivities. Breweries that offer gluten-reduced beers include Bentspoke, Wayward Brewing, and Happy Valley in Brisbane.
Non-alcoholic and gluten-free
SOBAH brewing in Australia offers a non-alcoholic and gluten-free beer called Davidson Plum Gluten-Free Ale. It is a seasonal brew, so it may not be available year-round.
Dedicated gluten-free breweries
Australia has at least one dedicated gluten-free brewery, ensuring that there is no risk of cross-contamination with gluten-containing products. This can be a great option for those with coeliac disease or high sensitivities to gluten.
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Gluten-free beer ingredients in Australia
Gluten-free beers in Australia use grains such as millet, sorghum, quinoa, rice, corn, buckwheat, oats, and spelt instead of barley and wheat malt, which contain gluten. These alternative grains create different flavours, but brewers have been able to add other ingredients to make the taste of many gluten-free beers similar to regular beers. For instance, the Wilde Gluten Free Pale Ale brewed by Wilde Brewing Co. uses sorghum and millet, resulting in a crisp, thirst-quenching beer with notes of tropical fruits, citrus, and floral hops. Similarly, the gluten-free beer by Omission Brewing Co. is known for being gluten-free, gluten-reduced, low-carbohydrate, and low-calorie.
Hahn's gluten-free beer is another example of a gluten-free beer brewed with rice, resulting in a clean, crisp taste. It is endorsed by Coeliac Australia, making it a popular choice for those who are gluten intolerant. Another beer endorsed by Coeliac Australia is the XPA by Two Bays, which is described as having a pleasantly surprising sweet aftertaste. SOBAH brewing in Australia offers a gluten-free non-alcoholic beer, which is a seasonal brew that may not be available all year round.
While the ingredients of gluten-reduced beers are similar to those of regular beers, with barley, wheat, or rye as their base, an enzyme is added to break down the gluten molecule into much smaller pieces. Examples of breweries offering gluten-reduced beers include Bentspoke, Wayward Brewing, and Happy Valley in Brisbane.
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Frequently asked questions
Some wheat-free beers available in Australia include:
- Wilde Gluten-Free Pale Ale
- O'Brien Belgian Ale
- GFB Draught
- Hahn SuperDry GF
- Two Bays Brewing Co. Gluten-Free Pale Ale
- Black Duck Brewery Gluten-Free Ginger Beer
Yes, TWØBAYS has a gluten-free dark beer called No Doubt Stout.
Gluten-free beers use grains such as millet, rice, and sorghum instead of wheat or barley.
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