FNQ beer is a patriot in a can
December 5, 2024
Last week, Kennedy MP Bob Katter represented FNQ’s own Copperlode Brewing Co at the Federal Crossbenchers Christmas Party, sharing with his parliamentary colleagues the craft brewer’s aptly named River Lizard Lager.
Traditionally, the party involves crossbenchers representing their electorates with locally produced food and beverages – with Mr Katter working with Cairns-based Copperlode Brewing Co’s Morgan (Morgo) Hind to create a one-off wraparound label for the cans at this year’s event.
The brand, established in 2023, found inspiration for its name from the nearby Copperlode Dam, a freshwater reservoir surrounded by FNQ’s famous world heritage rainforest, providing pristine water to the Cairns region, as well as being one of the special ingredients that make Copperlode’s brews unique.
“One of the key reasons we decided to base ourselves in Cairns was the quality of the water coming out of Lake Morris and the Copperlode Dam,” Mr Hind explained.
“We are fortunate to have access to some of the best brewing water in Australia, if not the world.”
Mr Hind said the ‘PATRIOT’ beer was an easy decision.
“To me, patriotism is being proud of your community and the people in it. It doesn’t mean we are better than anybody else; it just means we are grateful for what we have, especially in this part of the country.
“We respect Bob and that he’s always sticking up for regional Australia – we appreciate what he’s doing to represent people like us in our community.”
Copperlode has a range that includes the mid-strength River Lizard Lager, the full-strength Red Dust Draught, the Double Plugger XPA (a prerequisite to consumption being double pluggers to ensure steady footing), and the Five Knot Fever Pale Ale.
When questioned on the inspiration for the pale ale’s name, Mr Hind responded, “It comes from a classic North Queensland saying – when it’s five knots out on the reef, no one can blame you for pulling a sickie, and nothing pairs better with a cheeky fishing trip than the Copperlode pale ale.
“We craft it with a bouquet of tropical hops and Australian malt, and this beer tastes better than a day in the office.”
Mr Katter said he enjoyed any opportunity to “show off” the many great North Queenslander entrepreneurs and producers on the federal stage.
“North Queensland is rich in resources, and when I say that I don’t just mean in the ground and the water, but in the hearts of the people who want to make this nation a great place to live and do business.” Mr Katter said.
“This delicious nectar is clearly freedom in a can,” Mr Katter joked.
Mr Katter shared his definition of patriotism in a poetic chant:
“KAP is brave and bold,
Fight the fight and never grow old,
KAP is brave and bold,
Australia’s never gonna be sold.”
You can find more information about Copperlode Brewing Co at their website or Facebook.
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