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Melbourne-grown liquid yeast. Australian distributor for WHC Lab dried brewing and distilling yeast. Fermentation support, nutrients and lab services.

Read our Grainstock wrap via the link below.

20/10/2026

Dried yeast on the Bluestone stand at Grainstock. Yes, you read that right.

We launched the WHC Lab dried brewing and distilling range alongside the liquid cultures we grow in Melbourne. Getting the stand there involved a breakdown, a borrowed car and a rescue mission.

I've put the story in the new blog, along with tasting notes, the Australian B**r Co and Casella tour, and Griffith's citrus sculptures. That family house surrounded by the winery is something else.

Read the Grainstock wrap: https://bluestoneyeast.com.au/blog/whc-dried-yeast-australia-grainstock-2026/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=whc_grainstock_2026

Derek

02/03/2026

How did you spend your weekend?

I spent part of mine in the lab supporting a brewer who needed a hand. When fermentation performance matters, showing up matters. It’s not about overtime; it’s about backing the people who trust us with their production.

That said, it wasn’t all work. We also made time to head out to a concert and celebrate our anniversary with the kids.

Building great b**r and a great life both require intention.

– Derek, Bluestone Yeast

25/02/2026

When the Harcourt Cool Stores burned down, it wasn’t just stock that was lost.

It was cash flow, momentum, months of work for independent breweries, wineries and producers.

And then the industry did what it always does - it showed up.
Breweries donated b**r.
Venues ran fundraisers.
Suppliers stepped in.
People chose to spend where it mattered.
B**r isn’t just a product. It’s a network.

At Bluestone Yeast, we were proud to support breweries producing fundraising b**rs with donated yeast and fermentation nutrients, not for publicity, but because that’s what this industry does.

If you want to support Australian brewing, choose suppliers who build locally, reinvest locally, and show up when it counts.
Strong industries aren’t built by accident. They’re built deliberately.

Read the full story here:
https://bluestoneyeast.com.au/b**r-is-a-community-how-the-harcourt-fires-showed-the-strength-of-australian-brewing/

📸Images courtesy of the Harcourt Progress Association and Brewers Collective

20/02/2026

Celebrating Chinese New Year at Bluestone Yeast 🧧

Here’s the b**r lineup I’ve picked for the occasion. What do you think?

Drop your thoughts (or your favourite Chinese New Year b**r pairing) in the comments below and let’s start the conversation! 🍻

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13/02/2026

Our QC Specialist is off enjoying a well-deserved birthday break 🎉
So Derek’s taking over in the lab today.

That means full QC on every single batch, cell counts, viability, purity and making sure what leaves our lab meets the Bluestone Yeast standard.

No shortcuts. No compromises. Just consistent, healthy yeast every time.

05/02/2026

Big Events = Big Opportunity
With the World Cup on the horizon, big brands will go loud — but local brewers can move faster. Limited releases, themed b**rs and clever collabs will turn moments into momentum.

Planning a special release around a major event?
What b**r style screams “World Cup” to you?

👉 Read the full prediction: https://bluestoneyeast.com.au/looking-back-looking-ahead-craft-b**r-trends-for-2026/

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03/02/2026

Localism & Collaboration Reign

Local stories, local ingredients, local partnerships. In 2026, collaboration and community connection will continue to separate great breweries from the rest. Supporting local has never mattered more.

If supporting local matters to you, start with your yeast.
What makes a collab truly memorable? We'd love to hear your story.

👉 Read the full prediction: https://bluestoneyeast.com.au/looking-back-looking-ahead-craft-b**r-trends-for-2026/

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03/02/2026

A big thank you to Great Ocean Road Brewing for sending over a case of b**r. Always grateful for the support within our brewing community.

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01/02/2026

Sustainability Moves From Buzzword to Baseline

Sustainability is no longer a marketing angle. It’s the minimum standard. From sourcing to energy use to packaging, 2026 will reward breweries that bake sustainability into everyday operations.

What’s one sustainability change your brewery is focusing on this year?
Big impact or small wins, what actually makes the difference?

👉 Read the full prediction: https://bluestoneyeast.com.au/looking-back-looking-ahead-craft-b**r-trends-for-2026/

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