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The Best Swan Valley Breweries To Hit This Weekend

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Get ready to sip in style, because we're about to spill the tea on the ultimate brew havens in our very own Swan Valley and its giving stunning views and world class brews. 

We're talking about a whole squad of breweries and cideries bringing the party to the valley. So, whether you're a local legend or a weekend wanderluster, we’ve got you covered for your next Swan Valley beer crawl.

Here are the best Swan Valley breweries to hit right now.

Funk 2.0

Caversham 

Strap in for a mind-blowing experience at Vineyard Funk 2.0. This off-the-charts joint is all about pushing the boundaries of all things cider. Kicking things up a notch, with unpasteurised, preservative-free, and sugar-free cidery creations, the guys at Funk 2.0 are taking flavour to a whole new level. The vibrant space features indoor and outdoor seating with an epic bar serving up 18 taps of ciders, beers, and mind-bending hybrids. 

Their kitchen is rocking a seasonal modern Australian menu with gluten-free and vegan options available. Bring the crew, bring the kids and definitely bring the dogs, the sprawling lawn area and shaded deck are all but begging for a cheeky Sunday session. 

Coming soon, Funk Cider's new 1000m2 production site at Funk 2.0, their second Swan Valley venue, offers exciting immersive experiences in 2023 like cider blending workshops, production tours, and meet the cidermaker events.

Funk 2.0

Baskerville Tavern 

Baskerville

What do you get when you cross one of Perth's most loved Brewers and the Swan Valleys OG Brew Pub? You get Slumdog Brewery. Situated in the former Feral Brewing site, Baskerville Tavern is home to one of Perth's most loved craft beer legacies. Newly appointed head brewer, cicerone and a long time favourite on the Perth beer scene Adam Lesk has taken the reins at Slumdog Brewing, ensuring that the spirit of exceptional brews in the valley lives on. 

For those familiar with this site you will be happy to see that the team behind The Baskerville Tavern are keeping it old school. Expect a hoppy American Style IPA, German Pilsner, English Brown Ale and a Mid Strength that will keep any hop head happy, even if they have pulled the designated driver short straw.  As is tradition, dogs are not only welcome but encouraged, classic pub grub is bountiful and the brews are flowing as ever. 

Baskerville Tavern

Txoko Brewing

Baskerville

Sitting pretty in the Darling Ranges, this family owned and operated brewery is making some serious noise all the way out in the valley. This family orientated brew pub is not only a hit with the kids, but they are also pumping out some of the Swan Valley’s finest frothies.With humble beginnings as a homebrewer founder Gabreil Rodriguez, and his pizza making dad have long wanted to open a brewery/pizzeria in the Swan Valley. 

With seasonally rotating taps, a cosy setting in a fitted out old barn, this brewery has something for the whole family. Taking their inspiration from the Basque country in Spain, the name Txoko pronounced Cho-Ko is used to describe a small commune of people who gather usually once a week to eat, drink and be merry, and we think they have smashed it out of the park. 

Txoko Brewing

Homestead Brewery

Caversham

Situated on the dazzling Mandoon Estate, you would easily be forgiven for thinking Mandoon Estate exclusively produces some of Swan Valley's best loved wines. Enter Homestead Brewery, and Stuart Taylor a former hospitality alum, who cut his teeth brewing with some of Perth's most loved brewers. Kitted out with a traditional German brew kit, Stuart is smashing out some Perth finest old world beers right in the heart of our very own Swan Valley. 

In addition to their killer core beers, they also feature a rotating selection of seasonal releases that'll blow your mind. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Homestead Brewery are serving up pub classics seven days a week, so breakfast beers anyone? 

Homestead Brewing

Valley Social 

Henley Brook

Get ready to party at Valley Social, this rad brewery slash restaurant that's taken over the former Elmar's spot and is rocking the biggest glass micro-brewery kettle in the Southern Hemisphere. The guys at Swan Valley social have certainly levelled up with a vibrant new vibe, starting with their spacious interior decked out in wooden floors and not just one, but three epic bars. 

What makes their brews super special is the added addition of hemp. Featuring a list of hemp infused beers all made on site, the guys at Valley Social are pushing the boundaries of Perth's already eclectic brewing scene. Add to the mix some seriously delicious Australian X North American BBQ, Valley Social takes great pride in using locally sourced produce from Swan Valley whenever possible, as well as from other awesome places across Western Australia.

Valley Social

Bailey Brewing Co

Henley Brook

These blokes love a beer, just ask them. This father, son brewing operation is spruiking a family and dog friendly vibe, easy drinking crafty brews and simple food to boot. Kitted out with the relics of an old shed, this brewpub is pumping out simple, sessionable, great tasting beers, with the finest WA ingredients. 

Open six days a week, for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with mid week specials on offer and kids eating free on Sundays, this brewery is killing it with the wholesome Swan Valley vibes. Make a booking online or head down early to nab a spot on the grass and grab some roadies while you're at it. 

Bailey Brewing

Mash Brewing

Henley Brook 

Mash Brewing in the Valley is like your local craft genius. They've got this awesome craft brewery on site, making killer beers and delicious bites. The awards they've won? Impressive. But don't let the serious amount of awards fool you—they're all about good, wholesome Swan Valley vibes. Did we mention that kids eat free from 5:00pm on Fridays and Saturdays? 

Looking for a spot to host your shindig? They've got that covered too, from birthdays to work parties and even weddings. So round up your gang and head to Mash Brewing Co. for a taste of awesome craftiness and seriously good times! 

Mash Brewing

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Image credit: Funk 2.0, Baskerville Tavern, Txoko Brewing, Homestead Brewery, Valley Social, Bailey Brewing Co, Mash Brewing

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