From Seconds to Sensational: Exploring Bathurst's Local Fruit Beer Pioneer

Join Matt and Chrissy from "Couple of Sitters" as they uncover Bathurst's craft beer treasure - Cosmo Brewing. In this exclusive tour, meet Ian, a passionate brewer revolutionizing craft beer with his exceptional fruit-infused Belgian-style creations.

Fresh from harvesting grapes at Mount Panorama, we explore the fascinating world of Cosmo Brewing where old-world traditions blend with modern ingenuity. Watch as Ian reveals his process for transforming local stone fruits - nectarines, peaches, and cherries - into remarkable beers that embody the Bathurst region's distinctive character.

Cosmo Brewing stands out not only for exceptional flavors but for its deep community roots and sustainable practices. Discover how Ian partners with local orchards to rescue "seconds" fruit - delicious but visually imperfect produce that would otherwise be discarded. From his collaboration with Yarralee Orchard to community-sourced feijoas (pineapple guava) collected from neighborhood trees around Bathurst, this is truly conscious brewing at its finest.

The transformation happens in Ian's cellar through a meticulous aging process spanning up to four years. Follow the journey from barrel to bottle as Ian demonstrates how these living beers develop complex profiles through wild fermentation and extended aging. Unlike commercial beers, each Cosmo creation tells a unique story of place and time - capturing Bathurst's distinct terroir in liquid form.

Ian's "combining forms" philosophy goes beyond ingredients to unite community values, environmental stewardship, and exceptional craftsmanship. In his words, "It's a reflection of my own personal belief system in terms of focusing on local and trying to cut down on food and beer miles."

Despite his innovative approach, Ian remains humble: "I don't really think what I'm doing is particularly innovative. It might be different to what a lot of people have seen before, particularly in our region... For me, it's more back to grassroots and back to basics."

Beyond specialty fruit beers, we sample Cosmo's flagship Pilsner - a crisp, slightly hoppy lager accessible to everyone. Ian explains his seasonal brewing strategy, producing lagers in winter and ales in summer to harmonize with Bathurst's natural climate, minimizing energy use naturally.

Whether you're a beer enthusiast, sustainability advocate, or curious about the intersection of food, community, and craftsmanship, this insider's look at Cosmo Brewing offers a fresh perspective on beer's potential. As Ian says, he's content being "the village brewer," prioritizing quality over quantity with community at the center.

Want to taste Cosmo's unique offerings? Visit Bathurst and stop by Cob & Co. Sellers (their unofficial cellar door), or find their beers on tap at local venues like Dogwood and Bootleg. As Matt notes, "You're not going to find this too easily outside of Bathurst, so if you want it, you know what you have to come to."

Experience why Cosmo Brewing exemplifies craft brewing at its best - local, sustainable, and extraordinarily delicious.

Timestamps
0:00 From Seconds to Sensational: Exploring Bathurst's Local Fruit Beer Pioneer
0:42 Picking Grapes with Ian at Mount Panorama Estate
2:40 Where to get Cosmo in Bathurst
5:50 Off to The Brewery
6:38 Ian's Backstory and How Cosmo Brewing came to be
23:40 A Closer Look at the Brewing Process
28:35 Cosmo Pilsner
31:41 The Cosmo Brewing Range

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Website: https://cosmobrewing.com/
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