Stone the Crows: Wagga Wagga....... Part Two.

AIBA award sits proudly on display.

.................................. And so the story continues: After a very pleasant evening at The Thirsty Crow we decided an early night would be a good idea as I was due back at the Brewery at midday for "The Brewery Tour" ($13 including tasting paddle), I was told it would last approximately 30 minutes.
We arrived back at Romano's Hotel to find the place packed and pumping, there was live music on when we arrived, we decided we may just stay up a little while longer, it was going to be too loud to sleep anyway, and really the night WAS still young.
We partied the night away with the band, then the DJ rocked "the joint", eventually we retired about 3:00 am (Whoops).

The next morning after a hearty breakfast, we went for a little tour of the city centre of Wagga Wagga, a spot of shopping, then back to The Thirsty Crow.

Blackboard.

Arriving just before midday, Craig was already working hard, there were people inside drinking and eating, the local coffee roaster/barista was prying his wares to about 8 interested coffee persons of unknown origin. I eagerly purchased a bag of beans, (I did mention how good this coffee was didn't I). I then took the opportunity to take some photo's minus last nights crowds whilst I waited for Craig to finish up, and the tour to begin.

The Thirsty Crow.

Entering the Brewery.

Lounge Area/artwork.

Local Artwork.

Craig eventually finished his duties, he then poured some tasting glasses arranged them on the paddles and motioned me over to a table to sit, I realised little old me was the only punter here for the tour so I got a one on one session with the brewer (Win Win). 
We tasted and talked, and I tasted some more, we talked some more, the beers on the paddle today were Kolsch, Hefe, Red Light Ale, Robust Porter, and Jiminy Cricket Vanilla Milk Stout.
Craig spoke of his time at Potters Brewery, and now back in his home town of Wagga Wagga,  the early "fun" getting the Brewery off the ground, we talked all things beer and chatted about the ongoing visions and plans for the Thirsty Crow.
We discussed the beers on tap, and plans for future brews, I got to sample the Pale Ale that was brewing but not on tap whilst we were there, it is a tasty APA style with citrus hop aroma's and a balanced bitterness. There is also an ESB out there too, and I believe all 8 beers are currently pouring at the Thirsty Crow as I write.  (2 seasonals at once is awesome).

Craig spoke of future plans, including the addition of a hundpump (or two), bottling/minikegs, new brews, guest beers, merchandise, local tourism awards, local/national media coverage, the AIBA (and award) and further expansion. The menu has just been updated since our visit.
It was a fantastic afternoon talking all things beer and beyond, after an hour and a half of yakking we were still going, it WAS time to let Craig get back to work and for us head off home.

Craig had been more than generous with his time for me, and I thank him from the bottom of my heart. The Brewery was now filling up with hungry/thirsty people, he offered me a parting drink, I eagerly chose Liquid Bacon as I wanted to enjoy this rauchbier just one more time before leaving. It is really really good !!
I had an awesome time with Craig and at The Thirsty Crow.
This is a great venue that has given Wagga Wagga and surrounds a fantastic new destination. It has also given beerlovers, much better beer choices, with great food to enjoy in a relaxed family friendly brewery.

Could get messy.

For the "KIDS"

So "do yourself a favour", and get yourself to Wagga Wagga for a fantastic time and some award winning beers at The Thirsty Crow, who knows you might also be the only one on the tour and get to spend some one on one time with brewer Craig.
Hmmm speaking of brewery tour that never did happen !!! 
Oh well I'll just have to go back soon and do the "tour" again, maybe in Spring when the next seasonal is on tap.

Jiminy Cricket, Robust Porter, Red Light Ale, Hefe, Kolsch. L-R.

Brewery reflection.

You can find The Thirsty Crow at 31 Kincaid Street Wagga Wagga (02) 69217470 and on Facebook .
Well done Craig and all the team at The Thirsty Crow. We will be back soon. Cheers.