This week, Cascade Brewery has launched a new premium lager made exclusively from water from Hobart’s kunyani / Mt Wellington, Tasmanian hops and locally-malted barley. The 4.5% brew, dubbed Cascade Origin, stands as the first major mainland release from Australia’s oldest brewery in more than decade and intentionally coincides with its 200th birthday year.
“Cascade Origin has been launched to mark Cascade’s 200th birthday, not just in the Apple Isle but in Sydney and Melbourne too,” said Brendan Flanagan, Head of Manufacturing at Cascade Brewery.
“Cascade Origin celebrates the crisp water of Hobart’s kunyani / Mt Wellington, the finest Tasmanian ingredients and a commitment to quality. It is meticulously crafted and has that little bit extra to make it really special.”
According to Carlton & United Breweries, consumers should expect a bright, golden lager, with a light citrus hop aroma, rounded malt body, light bitterness and a crisp, refreshing clean finish.
“This is a premium beer for special occasions. It may not to be for everyone, but that’s why we’re proud to offer a great range of beers for almost every taste and occasion,” said Flanagan.
Origin follows on from Cascade’s limited-edition First Harvest release in April, which formed part of the brewery’s 200th birthday celebrations. It also follows on from other recent premium beer portfolio additions by Carlton & United Breweries brands, including Great Northern Long Run.
Cascade Origin will be made available across selected Coles Liquor retail outlets in NSW and Victoria, along with selected venues in Sydney and Hobart and most Tasmanian liquor stores. The new beer has been bottled at 4.5% abv and retails at $30 per 6-pack and $96 per case of 24.
