There’s a certain magic to a beer done right. The first cold sip after a long week, the schooner that turns a quick catch-up into an afternoon affair, or the drink that kicks off a night of good food and even better company.

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From craft beer selections and self-serve taps to classic pubs and relaxed outdoor spots, South Bank has plenty of places to settle in with a cold one. With International Beer Day landing on 7 August, there’s no better excuse to explore some of the South Bank's best spots for a beer.

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Tipplers Tap
For those who like their beer with plenty of choice, Tipplers Tap is the place to start. This lively sports bar brings together self-serve taps, rotating brews and a menu designed for easy sharing.

With 18 varieties of beer, wine, cider, seltzers and cocktails available through the self-serve brew tap, alongside a selection of craft beers on traditional tap, there’s always something new to discover. Once you’ve found your pour, settle in with loaded hot dogs, burgers and chicken wings, or head into the Sin Bin sports bar area to catch the game across dedicated screens.

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Pig ’N’ Whistle
Sometimes nothing beats a proper pub. Located in the heart of South Bank, Pig ’N’ Whistle brings the best parts of a traditional British-style pub experience: cold beers, generous meals and a place to settle in for a few hours.

Formerly The Charming Squire, the venue serves up pub favourites including fish and chips, burgers and hearty mains, making it a reliable choice for after-work drinks, weekend catch-ups or a relaxed meal with family and friends. Add live sport into the mix and you’ve got all the ingredients for an easy afternoon session.

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South Bank Beer Garden
When the weather calls for an outdoor drink, South Bank Beer Garden is hard to beat. As Brisbane's only beachside beer garden, it offers sweeping views across Streets Beach, the Brisbane River and the city skyline, all from the heart of South Bank. With plenty of space to gather, a relaxed open-air atmosphere and a menu of classic pub favourites, it's an easy choice for long lunches, casual dinners and after-work drinks

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Barbossa Bar & Bottle Shop
Bringing a lively bar vibe to South Bank, Barbossa Bar & Bottle Shop is made for those nights when a quick drink turns into something more. With a menu inspired by Caribbean flavours, a well-stocked bar and plenty of share-style dishes, it’s a spot that’s just as suited to settling in for a few hours as it is stopping by for a pre-dinner drink.

Beer drinkers will find a selection of brews alongside wines, ciders and Barbossa’s signature cocktails, with plenty of options to keep the table going. Add in late-night dining until midnight and you’ve got a South Bank favourite for after-work drinks, weekend catch-ups and nights that don’t need an early finish.

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