VIRTUAL GALLERY
The highly anticipated GABS Can Design Awards presented by Orora, in partnership with Opal Specialty Packaging, is back for the fifth consecutive year! Australia’s biggest digital can art gallery boasts beautifully curated works with something to suit all artistic tastes. Grab yourself a cold beer and take your time as you scroll through these eye-catching designs (listed in alphabetical order) featured in our virtual gallery below.
All voters will be entered into a draw to win one of 100 tickets to GABS 2025!
2 Brothers Brewery
Bigfoot Brown
Hayden Whelan
2 Halfs Brewing Distilling
Akira
Darcy Godwin
3806 Brewing
Hazy IPA
Callum Warren
The vision and inspiration behind the design of 3806 Brewing’s hazy IPA can were all about capturing the fun and excitement of a mountain adventure. We wanted the can to feel like a mini escape to the great outdoors, with bold and vibrant colors that pop, just like the beer inside.
Imagine cracking open a cold one and feeling like you’re standing on a mountain peak, soaking in the views. That’s the vibe we were going for—something that screams adventure and makes you want to explore. It’s not just a can; it’s a little taste of freedom and fun, perfectly matching the refreshing, hazy goodness of the IPA. The design is all about celebrating good times and great brews, making every sip feel like a mini getaway!
4 Pines Brewing Company
4 Pines New World Pale Ale
Aron Marchant
7th Day Brewery
Sour Puss
Nat Welsh
Aether Brewing
Barrel Aged Breakfast Stout
Emma D’Anna in collaboration with Dan Brook
Alice Springs Brewing Co
PILLZ
Jessie Jungawalla
Amber Brewery
Golden Tears
Shannon Lancour
Area 51
EXOGENESIS
Aron Dobrowolski
Balter Brewing
'Loftus Express' Pacific Northwest Pale Ale (In Collaboration with Yakima Chief Hops & Loftus Ranches)
Ben Trueman
The ‘Loftus Express’ originally found it’s way on the taps at GABS 2023 festival run as a pilot batch featuring an amazing harvest of Loral that was hand selected by Head Brewer Scotty Hargrave at Loftus Ranches in Yakima, WA. The Loftus Ranches has a small plane that flys from one side of the farm to the other so the artwork is a ‘tip-of-the-hat’ to the farmers and is a glimpse of their land and what they do. The type face used has touch of nostalgia and the colour palette tie back to the land that the ingredients used in the beer were grown from. A true farm-to-pint collaboration.
Barons Brewing
Redhead Strawberry Gum
Robb Beckmann
This can design wasn’t just created to hold a beverage—it was crafted to tell a story, to reflect the vibrant and adventurous spirit of Red Head Lager.
The design of the Red Head Lager can is a celebration of bold individuality and vibrant flavor, perfectly capturing the essence of what this beer is all about. The striking tiger print pattern intertwined with bold, flowing red hair symbolizes the fierce and unique nature of the beer, while the black and white contrast represents the traditional lager roots. The splash of red embodies the infusion of native strawberry gum—a rare and remarkable ingredient that elevates this lager into something extraordinary.
It’s not just a can; it’s a statement. It challenges the ordinary and invites you to experience something new, something that stands out on the shelf and in your hand.
Batch Brewing Co
Marrickville Original
Clint Weaver
Bay Road Brewing
Bay Road BrewingFirst Contact Central Coast IPA
Nick Robinson
Beereratne Brewing & Blending
Modern Pentathlon - Quintuple Hopped WCIPA
Ben Weereratne
The name of the beer was decided early – Modern Pentathlon – it’s an Olympic year and it’s my favourite event. From there, everything was about the number 5. So five hops, five hopping events in five different vessels, five malts, 55IBUs.
The design vision came out of the shape of the number 5 with its contrasting curves, angles and straight lines. Two contrasting fonts were chosen – “Modern” in a geometric san-serif font, and “Pentathlon” in a classic gothic font that generates interesting shapes that draw the eye to the name of the beer. The concentric lines around the can evoke the lines on a running track.
The metallic red and yellow lines were chosen to provide high contrast when seen up close, but appear orange like autumn leaves when in a fridge on display and seen from a distance. All the elements, brewery/name of beer/style and the regulatory elements interact with each other and wrap around the can seamlessly – taking advantage of the digital print process as well as the cylindrical shape of the can.
Beerfarm
Fruitasaurus Rex
Steffi Schmidt
BentSpoke Brewing Co.
Dick Tracy
Jayden Barling
Black Hops Brewery
Paradise Hazy IPA
Aidan Howes
Gold Coast, Summer, Holidays, Aspirational.
Blackflag Brewing
Wall of Death
Ross Holloway
This raw inspiration behind “Wall of Death,” a beer as bold and intense as the music that fueled its creation. The can’s design reflects this spirit—its striking, high-contrast colors and jagged, aggressive lines echo the chaotic force of a metal concert.
A towering wall of skulls and flames adorns the can, symbolizing the wild, crowd-surfing spectacle that gave the beer its name. Every detail, from the gritty textures to the menacing typography, is a tribute to the power of metal music and its ability to ignite the soul. With each sip, experience the fusion of craft and chaos, and let the Wall of Death take you on a ride through the heart of heavy metal.
Blackman's Brewery
Mango & Passionfruit Ice Cream IPA
Ash Oswald
Bodriggy Brewing
Weird Weekender Hazy IIPA
Mathis Burmeister
Bondi Brewing Co
Long Ship Boarder Hazy IPA
Andrew Story
Bonehead Brewing
God Mode
Matt Brick
Bowden Brewing
Soolong Sucka Tealeaf IPA
Georgia Butterworth
Braeside Brewing Co
Ten Dollar Cowboy
Charlie Tompson
Bread & Brewery
Return to Sender
Alyca Sutherland
Brew Mountains Brewery
Origional B.I.G - English IPA
Mark (Turtle) McNamara
Brewboys Brewery
Piste Off
James Bobridge
Brewcha Libre Brewing Co
Ryan Walker
Brick Lane Brewing Co
Trilogy of Fear: SOUL TRADER: LOVE Cascara and Chocolate Imperial Stout
Pete Johnson
WARNING: CARD WILL REVEAL IN DAYLIGHT
The Trilogy of Fear Series brings something unique and terrifyingly intriguing year after year. The vision behind the 2024 Series: Soul Trader was to let beer lovers take their destiny into their own hands. To tempt fate and test the courage of those who dare…
When exposed to daylight, using thermochromic ink, one of two tarot cards will reveal itself. Will the star-crossed lovers paths meet, or are you forever destined to walk the path of lonely street?
With two other beers in this year’s series and six possible outcomes, Soul Trader lets you escape the mundane, offering a light at the end of the tunnel. Be blessed by an unimaginable bounty as the card is turned over. Alternatively, the card may reveal a cursed despair.
Bright Brewery
Fresh Hop Monster Double IPA
Clint Weaver
Brisbane Brewing Co.
Clarence Ginger Beer
Emily Devers
Bucketty's Brewery
Manly Marlins x Bucketty's - Manly Lager
Tom Hadley
Most cans made for sporting teams are either split or ‘mirrored’ between the two with the one logo.
I tried to split between the Manly Marlins and Manly Mermaids; given that the girls have been successful in entering a 15s team in the Shute Shield competition for the first time in the clubs history this year, to celebrate in the can design.
There’s lots of new inspiration for the Marlins can this year with their ‘one club one village’ motto and a mamba mentality that is being encouraged around the club/trainings & training gear. Hoping the can design will unite the club and fans even more.
I have included a few club legends, icons, shute shields and more amongst the iconic ‘Buckettys’ Gum Leaves.
Burra Brewing Co
Citronic Black IPA
Michael Kavanagh
Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co
The Farm Hazy IPA
Brendan Day
Co-Conspirators Brewing Company
The Outsider Red Rye IPA
Clint Weaver
Common People Brewing Co
Spicy Boi Chilli Margarita Cerveza
Sophie White
Communion Brewing Co
Great Southern
Loryn Engelsman
We needed a premium mid strength to add to our core range, and we wanted the design to strike a cord with the mass beer market, because they seemed to like a fish drawing on their beer. Our local fish hero is the very ugly Flathead, so we set about immortalising it via the very talented graphic designer Loryn Engelsman.
It was very important that the beer fitted into our core range design, which dictates that the beer type is front and centre (Premium Mid), allowing for easy identification in bottle shops, and the beer name (Great Southern) along the top if our main gaphic.
Coopers Brewery
Coopers Botanic Ale
Jonathon Jones
This unique beer is a surprising twist on our Aussie icon Sparkling Ale so we wanted to capture a design that had modernity, was fresh and approachable whilst driving intrigue with craft beer drinkers and loyal Coopers drinkers alike.
Copperlode Brewing Company
Gingeroo
Sheryn Brewert
Cornella Brewery
Vicious Annie
Adam Collins
I wanted to take the recognisable colour palette and key illustration of the core “Annie” can and throw fistfuls of attitude at it – the name “Vicious Annie” immediately took me down the path of punk rock (which is apt as the Cornella crew are no strangers to raucous tunes) and the iconic and fun imagery intertwined with it.
The teal, orange and yellow are all retained, albeit now featuring torn / worn textures and intentionally garish patterns and handmade punk rock typography. I wanted to keep the friendliness of the original can so created a new version of the Annie illustration, complete with tipped mohawk, studded leather jacket and chains (of course I used a spot metallic on all the studs / chains / zippers for added effect).
I love any opportunity I get to add some fun little surprises into the artwork and really leaned into it here (see references to classic dog punk bands like “Bark Flag”, “Minor Treat”, “Hüsky Dög”) amongst other numerous punk rock references for those who dare to delve into the art.
Dangerous Ales
Nelson Ha-ha DDH Hazy IPA
Emily Reid
Earth Beer Company
Bush Tucker Saltbush Gose
Aidan Howes
Frenchies Brewery
Black Coconut Milkshake IPA
Jaz Lynch
Funk Drinks Co
Strawberries and cream
Liza Avelino
The vision behind the design of our strawberries and cream cider label at Funk Drinks Co. is to highlight our main ingredient: fruit! Our ciders are made with natural, local fruits that are cold pressed in our production facility. We wanted to highlight the essence of fresh, sun-ripened strawberries paired with the smooth, creamy texture of vanilla. The design features vibrant reds and soft cream tones, creating a visually appealing and inviting look that reflects the sweetness and richness of the cider.
The inspiration behind the design of the can came from a nostalgic treat loved by many Australians: Creme Savers in the strawberries & cream flavour, and also Allen’s strawberries and cream lollies.
Gage Roads Brew Co.
Shred Betty Juicy IPA
Sophie Osborn
Good Folk
POG Sour
Ben Hay
For a surfside sipper we wanted to visually represent the waves of tropical flavour you get from tasting the mix of passionfruit, blood orange and guava in this beer. It’s tart, then tangy, with a sweet finish. The coloured lines across the can are suggestive of those flavours across your tongue. Their playful movement is also a nod to the top view of the wave sets rolling into Waikiki.
Good Land Brewing Co
CANYON DUST - DDH Hazy IPA
Lucy Krekelberg – ARTWORK, The View From Here – DESIGN STUDIO
Green Gully Brewing
Dark Daze
Luke Smith
British-style ale flavor profile with our proprietary yeast strain what is dark and scary to most non craft beer drinkers
Barley being grown in the field with a dark storm brewing above.
Hargreaves Hill Brewing Co.
Chaos of the Universe - Apollo
Paul Sonsie
Hawkers Beer
Bourbon Barrel Aged White Stout - 2024
Christopher Flem
Heaps Normal
Tough Stuff Shandy
Maddison Holmes
It’s designed to reinforce the brand’s positioning – empowering a new generation of Aussie drinkers to make memories and stories to remember, without focusing on how much or how little alcohol they’re drinking. Instead, the new shandy and the accompanying campaign look to turn the stereotypes of traditional Australian drink advertising on their head by marketing the beverage as a drink for ‘tough everyday Australians jack-hammering their way down a sheer cliff-face after a hard day’s work repairing the Sydney Harbour Bridge.’
‘Looking back at the beer and soft drink ads of the 1980s, we reckon it’s again time for a beverage for tough, everyday legends whose blood, sweat and tears power our nation daily. But what’s changed since the 80s is what that tough stuff looks like, so we’ve found some of the toughest stuff in Australia today and profiled them as part of this campaign. ’ – Andy Miller, Heaps Normal co-founder and CEO.
We’re using the new Shandy and and the Tough Stuff campaign to redefine what tough stuff is and looks like in 2023.
Helios Brewing Company
Dionysus Oat Cream Double IPA
Rob Munster
Heroes and Villains
Roadie
Luc Boprey
The design of this label was intended to reflect the “heavy lifting” band roadies are required to do. We put to Luc the idea of Brent Hinds because he has that grumpy, tattooed look that cliches of Roadies express. Luc took the ‘heavy lifting’ in the brief right out to Atlas holding the globe, then the idea of a human rhinoscerous, which explains where we ended a little…
The finish of the label is matt and metallic to give some differentiation between character and background and to provide the impression of movement. The metallic also provides a differentiation from other cans when in a crowded fridge – shimmering a little to gain attention.
Hip Hops Brewers
Aegir Nordic Ale
Shaun Reeves
Holgate Brewhouse
Dank AF West Coast IPA
Aaron Lodder
Hop Hen Brewing
Blowtorch Red Ale
Ben Weereratne
Hop Nation Brewing Co
Winter Storm - West Coast IPA
Phil Townsley
Hopsters Cooperative Brewery x Frenchies Brewery
The Cool Kids - Mosaic Incognito Hazy IPA
Jaz Lynch
Hudson Brewing
Phoenix Hazy IPA
Emily Donohoe
Impi Brewers
King under the Mountain
Jason Marais
KAIJU! Beer
Metamorphosis West Coast IPA
Mikey Burton
Kick Back Brewing
Southern Lights West Coast IPA
John Hargreaves
Kicks Brewing
Love Child
Jessica Ibbett
Killer Sprocket
Risa Sunrise
Matt Brick
If you’re Picard-ing a holiday with your face buried in a good history book or full-on Riker-ing your way into some more Jamaharon, you’re going to need some refreshment, and either way a Risa Sunset is the best thing for the end of any day!
King River Brewing
Autumn Nights
Dan Ellis
King Road Brewing Co
Old School IPA
Jarrod Fuller
King Tide Brewing
Leap Day Hazy IPA
Sam Rowe
Local Brewing Co.
Hazy Nectarine Pale
Jesse Jungalwalla
Longstocking Brewery
Sapphire Coast Lager
Emma Godfredson
The label should stand out and be the first beer can picked up in a minibar
Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel
Let There Be Light - VIVID 2024 Special Edition Collaboration Three Sheets
Ryan Turner
Maltnhops Brewhaus
Stone the Crows Oat Cream IPA
Sam Lay
Margaret River Beer Co
Deep Dive
Jarrod Fuller
The Marsden Brewhouse
Block & Grapple Raging Bull
Oliver Barnes
Mash Brewing
Juice Juice Revolution
Keir Arney
Matso's (Broome & Sunshine Coast)
Matso's Ginger Beer
Shaun Kennedy
The overall scene was inspired by Cable beach (left with camels) stretching into Noosa heads on the right, with fun quirky characters that have been part of Australia’s DNA or our history over the past 25+ years.
Method Brewing
Stargazer
Elliot Walsh
Modus Brewing
Can IT! Hazy Pale Ale
Stephen Lopez
Moffat Beach Brewing Co.
Your Own Private Idaho Hazy IPA
Emery Greer
It’s rare to get a design brief requesting a visual interpretation of a song but that was the challenge we accepted when designing our first label for Moffat Beach Brewing. The song ‘Private Idaho’ by the B-52’s symbolises a state of confusion or escapism which we thought was very current having just come out of lockdown.
Our goal was to create a visual that people could connect with—something that provokes thought and invites further exploration. We hope that as you sip ‘Your Own Private Idaho,’ you’ll listen to the lyrics and discover visual connections that may not be immediately obvious at first glance or indeed at first sip.
There aren’t many beers that can claim to offer a full-sensory experience, but we think this Hazy IPA certainly delivers!
Mountain Culture Beer Co
Summer Pale Ale
Marianne Fagan
We wanted bold logos of the two breweries front and centre with the craggy peaks of the Sierra up top and our Blue Mountains underneath, featuring local plants and wildlife to bring the two scenes surrounding each brewery together. With golden edges on the mountain tops and intricate details of the respective mountain elements, we captured the natural surroundings of our breweries and the impact it has on our brand ethos.
Mountain Goat Beer
ROCKY WEST COAST IIPA
Jack Miers Designed with Josh Brown
Rocky is not just a West Coast IIPA, it’s a Pacific Northwest IIPA. Famous for thru-hiking, snow-capped mountains, and lush forests, this corner of the world is also home to roughly 40% of the world’s hop supply. Inspired by the hop fields of the Pacific Northwest, this beer celebrates the wonderful things those little green clusters can do, and is one seriously hoppy beer. The can design reflects the place where you pitch your tent after a long day of hiking and settle into your camp chair to enjoy the scenery and a well-deserved tinny.
To really lean into the vibe of PNW, the design style was inspired by North American National Park postcards and campsite merch from the 70s and 80s.
Noodledoof
Bush Citrus Gose
Sam Barratt
One of the initial concepts for the can was ripples in water (a reference to the presence of sea water in the beer) and how they represent the overlapping of the brewers’ styles and techniques. The end result seen on the can arrived via a fair amount of trial and error and playing on this concept.
North West Brewing Co
Hazy Dog
Jamie Browne
The vision behind the design of our Hazy Dog NEIPA was inspired by our strong support for independent live music and the unique atmosphere we offer at North West Brewing Co. We wanted the design to capture the lively yet laid back experience our customers enjoy when visiting our brewery.
North West Brewing Co provides a welcoming setting where people can relax, enjoy themselves, and feel the magic of live music paired with our bold and flavourful beers. This relaxed and enjoyable vibe is symbolised in the design by a dog lounging on the beach, casually jamming on a guitar.
By incorporating these themes, we aimed to create packaging that is not only visually striking but also resonates with the values and experiences at North West Brewing Co. The Hazy Dog NEIPA design embodies our commitment to fostering a community where great beer and live music create unforgettable moments.
Ocean Reach Brewing
Croc Crim
Vandão Miranda
Inspired by a true tale – a sneaky thief who broke into our Tasting Room and swiped cash from our safe wearing none other than Crocs! Unbelievably, no hops were harmed. The vision for this design draws inspiration from the humour of unexpected and unbelievable circumstances. The image of a thief in Crocs adds a playful twist to an otherwise serious situation, symbolising resilience and humour in the face of adversity. We envisioned a vibrant, quirky design that seamlessly incorporates elements of our brand identity with this amusing scenario, creating a visual narrative that is both engaging and memorable. The beer name, “Croc Crim,” is styled in typography similar to “Crocs” complemented by the vibrant colours associated with Crocs. The subtitle text is presented in a graffiti style, perfectly matching the thief’s character and adding a touch of urban edge to the design. The skylight background showcases the Croc Crim in his element, stealing in the night, adding depth and intrigue to the overall artwork.
Otherside Brewing Co.
Gilded Ale - Historic Brew
Carl Bellesini
We were invited to visit the private archives at the library to view their collection of brewers’ journals and recipes dating back to the early 1900’s, utilising them to help us write a recipe. We were also given access to images of the original label designs that were in use at the time.
The label design brief to Carl at Ragtop Design Co. was to draw inspiration from the vintage WA beer labels and reinterpret as an Otherside Core range label. He smashed it on the first go and we’re so stoked with the result!
Pirate Life Brewing
PL X CANYON BREWING REEL ALE NZIPA
Annika Burnside
The crew at Canyon Brewing came up with an idea to champion the waters that surround our respective breweries. Our design teams went back and forth on some concepts, eventually settling on the trout theme (which are local to both locations) and a cool sardine tin detail to tie it all together.
Prickly pete and the wolf brewing co
West Side Story WCIPA
Retro Jet
My vision and inspiration behind the design was from the movie west side story movie.
I wanted something classic and special/unique and definitely standout but have my own twist with my theme of my brand with my dogs as the main characters
Range Brewing
Greedy Cowboy
Jess Vandersande
This label was definitely the lovechild of the ‘greedy cowboy’ slack emoji, the beer itself (big, bold, and lavishly hoppy), and my take on a classic One Drop label. We wanted something a bit cheeky that didn’t take itself too seriously; a true representation of a Range collab day and the beer that would follow. With a blank canvas, too many slack messages, and the knowledge that the artwork was for a TDH IPA, Greedy Cowboy was born. A bit of a rogue visual endeavour for Range but half the fun of having a house visual identity is stepping outside of that when the beer insists.
Red Duck
White Forest
Scott Wilson-Browne
The beer is a cherry cream ale, so fruity, refreshing, light and pale pink in colour from cherries. So the idea was to capture the joy of Japanese cherry festivals both inside and outside the can. When the millions of cherry blossoms fall to the ground each year, like a blanket of snow, that is a white forest!
Revel Brewing Co
Death By Medusa DDH SHIPA
Matthew Vergotis
After embarking on a recent pilgrimage to the renowned hop-growing haven of Yakima Valley, we journeyed to the birthplace of NeoMexicanus hops at CLS Farms. These remarkable hops were originally discovered flourishing in the wilds of New Mexico. In a bittersweet twist, the beloved Medusa hop variety is nearing extinction, and we were fortunate enough to secure the very last box in existence to craft this special SHIPA. This brew proudly showcases the exquisite flavors of guava, melon, apricot, and citrus. Our aim is to bid farewell to Medusa with a grand and fitting tribute, sending it off in the most stylish manner possible.
Robe Town Brewery
The Bicycle
Kristi Biezaite
The Bicycle is a Kolsch-style beer with light, crisp, slightly fruity, crisp, refreshing, and easily quaffable characteristics. It’s a perfect beer for drinking while out and about sightseeing or commuting on your bike as they do in Europe and Robe. It’s also a nod to how Maris, the Master Brewer at Robe Town Brewery, discovered Kolsch while cycling around Cologne on his bicycle. The label is designed to peake interest and has subsequently amassed popularity amongst the cycling and beer enthusiasts who grace our cellar door, especially in the warmer months.
Rocky Ridge Brewing Co.
ALRIGHTY THEN!
Ethan Ashton
Our vision for the design was to have a beer that features a mans face emerging form a Rhinos behind without making it super obvious initially.
We want people to see the beer design and think it’s interesting but also have a delayed realisation on what it is they’re actually looking at. Most importantly, we want people to share the experience and a laugh since that’ what beers all about to us. Good times with people over a beer.
RUNNING WITH THIEVES
Running with Thieves Caramel Stout
Jack Birchmore
Our Caramel Stout has developed a devoted following, with fans eagerly anticipating its release each year. While we aimed to refresh our entire can line this year, we wanted to stay true to the qualities that make our products beloved. This new can design builds on the familiar charm of Running with Thieves, incorporating a new “R” pattern and rear sash design inspired by our iconic diamond “R” logo. The sharp 45-degree angles of the design elevates the classic look while staying true to what our fans already know and love. Expect more from Running with Thieves this year, and keep and eye out for our fresh updated can designs.
Seeker Brewing
Red Wizard
Daniel Anderson
To keep it dark, mysterious and portray a powerful Red wizard that’s fit for a Lord of the Rings saga.
Seven Mile Brewing
Snozzberry Mixed Berry Sour
Greg Hodgson
The guys came to me with an idea for a mixed berry sour and they wanted to call it Snozzberry. As a child of the 80’s I spent countless hours devouring Roald Dahl books and films so creating a tripped out psychedelic Willy Wonka inspired image was what sprung to mind. I draw all the artwork for Seven Miles cans by hand and the Snozzberry was no different- I sat listening to The Brian Jonestown Massacres album ‘Their Satanic Majesties Second Request’ on repeat and this can is what appeared. Blame or thank Anton Newcombe!
Shack Bay Brewing
NZ Pilsner
Marc Van der Veen
Simple, bold/block colours and a subtle nod to the beer type. The orange is our core colour, black reflecting the NZ All Blacks
Shelter Brewing Co.
Cabin Fever Red IPA
Pav Grzeszczak
While designing the illustration, my primary goal was to visually convey the story of Cabin Fever without straying from Shelter’s well-established, minimalist brand identity. I was constrained to a specific area, the iconic Shelter “house-shape.” To maintain brand integrity while creating something unique and eye-catching, I aimed to offer consumers a moment to appreciate the design and embark on a brief graphic journey through the event they are experiencing.
Shifty Lizard Brewing Company
El Dorado Hazy IPA
Danny Strapps
The vision behind the “El Dorado Hazy IPA” label was to capture the essence of exploration and discovery, inspired by the legendary city of gold, El Dorado. The design aimed to evoke a sense of adventure and allure, inviting consumers on a flavorful journey. Vibrant tropical imagery with lush foliage and warm golden tones reflected the beer’s rich, fruity flavour profile, featuring the distinct pineapple notes of El Dorado hops. This aesthetic aimed to create an immersive experience, mirroring the beer’s exotic and refreshing nature. The design also sought to convey premium quality and craftsmanship, aligning with Shifty Lizard Brewing Company’s reputation, while standing out on the shelf with its eye-catching artwork. Overall, the vision was to create a label that visually captivates and communicates the unique sensory experience offered by the Hazy IPA.
Six String Brewing Co
Spaghetti Saison
Ally Georges
Being told that our brewers are wanting to create a spaghetti and basil inspired beer is not one you hear of every day – in fact, it’s quite odd and you wonder instantly if that’s a good idea or not. But GABS is about experimenting and exceeding expectation, and we wanted to match the energy that the brewers brought to us when explaining this weird and wonderful idea.
Originally taking inspiration from traditional Italian postcards and red and white checkered tablecloths, the design began to take on many forms before reaching its final look, but one thing always remained constant – Mr. Spaghetti Saison himself. The vision was to create a playful can design that suited and paired nicely with the beer itself – after all it was a beer inspired by Spaghetti and Basil. With the main focus being around the character, it was a later decision to add the guitar on his shoulder, paying homage to our musical side that we carry through our branding. It was a moment for all of us at Six String to have some fun and create something outside of our comfort zone.
Slipstream Brewing Co
Emery Greer
The inspiration was based on using the iconic arbour walkway located in Brisbane’s world-famous Southbank region. The arbour was illustrated to be the hop bine trellis for the Brisbane hops used – we wanted people to see the label and immediately identify it as a Brisbane / local landmark. The hop buds are illustrated larger around the can to highlight the fresh hop element of the beer.
Slow Lane Brewing
Slow Mole - Mexican Stout
Ben Nichols
Minimalistic, modern, yet classic consistent with the Slow Lane brand and what the brewery is about. Intentionally aimed for a different look not typically associated with beer can design. Use of grid and geometric shapes represent precision and simplicity. Use of colour to distinguish between individual beers. Inclusion of beer story and ingredients to provide an insightful beer journey and experience.
The colours for Slow Mole were inspired by the ingredients in Mexican mole sauce, chillies and chocolate, that are also used in the stout. A vibrant red was used to represent the chillies and a mahomagony for the chocolate. A black background was used to convey the dark colour of the stout.
Soapbox Beer
Foggy Goggles
Chris Walsh
The Soapbox Beer Foggy Goggles was a collaboration with long term fans, @herfoggygoggles and @hisfoggygoggles, keen to support local and have some fun brewing a beer on the ‘big toys’. And there’s no better way to represent local in a can design: Brisbane landmarks, including the hazy brown snake river that winds through our beautiful city, plus hand drawn streets in the artwork encouraging drinkers to find theirs.
A QR code, with a hand drawn image of the Foggy Goggles collaborators at the centre, was also included in the design to enable drinkers to scan for a personalised message and seek more information on the beer, the artist and the special yeast used to make the beer.
Spotty dog
No One Knows
Dominique Dinel
Spotty Dog’s No One Knows IPA is inspired by the Queens of the Stone Age song by the same name. When deciding how to represent the name and the beer, the team discussed an episode of Anthony Bourdain where Bourdain and Josh Homme (founder, songwriter, lead vocals and guitarist of the band) are walking through the desert in the harsh sun, past tumbleweeds, looking for treasures before settling in for a tequila in a dive bar. We wanted to remain consistent with Spotty Dog’s simplistic and recognisable circle theme taking inspiration from the colours and feel of the desert and tumbleweeds as well as mirage motifs like the hot sun playing tricks on your mind. The No One Knows label represents that moment of your first sip of an ice cold beer on a scorching bright day.
Stoic Brewing
Amber Ale
Andrew Prosser
The feeling of winter for a malty brew. Also the colours of the label the represent the colours inside.
Stone & Wood
Counter Culture - Simple Pleasures - Coffee Milk Stout
Anders Rudin
Welcome to the land of simple pleasures, where we take time to appreciate the little things.
It’s a place of comfy hammocks and moderately challenging crosswords. It’s moments we crave, but never plan for, or give enough time to.
You could say, it’s an ode to the joy of being here, but mostly it’s about coffee & beer.
Stony Creek Brewing
Mulgowie Mud
Jack Anderson
Nestled in the Lockyer Valley Region, the Mulgowie township and valley exudes a natural beauty and a rich natural, cultural and indigenous heritage. Mulgowie presents as a fertile valley with a backdrop of rolling hills. Occasionally harsh but ever hopeful, Mulgowie soil conjures images of dark and earthy brews. The people of Mulgowie are well known for their warm hospitality and deep connection to the land, reflecting a tradition of farming and grazing passed down through generations. The quality produce of Mulgowie and the welcoming spirit of the community was a major stimulus in the creation of Stony Creek Brewing. Mulgowie Mud Oatmeal Stout and its label design are one of many of our tributes to our place and its people.
STRADDIE BREWING CO
VCR SOUR
GABRIEL D’HAGE-CRAIG
Creamy cherry and raspberry tartness with a hint of vanilla. A peachy-pink, modern sour beer, co-fermented and aged on raspberries, cherries and vanilla in stainless steel, lending bright but well-integrated tartness with plenty of creamy lactic acid and developed fruit flavours.
Sundowner Brewing Co. Pty Ltd
Sundowner Hazy Pale Ale
Andreas Strauss
Continue the theme of our prior beers with design but include colours typical of an aussie outback scenery but softened with blue to ‘chill’ it
Sydney Brewery
Double Dry Hopped Double NEIPA
Eugene Shorter
Design a craft beer can graphic highlighting our hop-forward Double Dry Hopped Double NEIPA that bursts with vibrant citrus, tropical fruit, and stone fruit flavours. All enhanced by a touch of pine and floral notes, with bright, juicy profile.
Set in an enchanting rainforest, featuring a Dragonfly with its double wings that contain vibrant colours and patterns, morphing into its hop flower body. The rainforest is whimsical and magical, with soft, glowing light filtering through the dense foliage creating ethereal charm.
Tallboy & Moose
Superdelic Illusion Infusion
Simon Massey di Vallazza
This Single Hop IPA stars Superdelic, an extraordinary new hop from New Zealand, showcasing flavours of red fruit, candy, citrus and tropical fruit. Our can designer Simon was tasked with capturing the hop’s playful essence and its vibrant name on the label. Emphasising bright pink – a frequent choice by NZ Hops when promoting Superdelic – we aimed for a psychedelic, colourful, and retro aesthetic. White flowers support the hippy-vibe and enhance legibility. A chill lookin’ Tallboy character takes center stage on the label, tying everything together.
The Coastal Brewing Company
Tallwoods Tripe IPA
David Black
Hops popping out of the can.
The Thirsty Devil Brewery
Barrel Aged Imperial Stout
Trent Duffy
Barrel ageing beers is a very sophisticated and precise process so we wanted to create a design to be that and would stand out, Look flash and catch peoples eye. Printed in Metallic Gold hoping this beer would be an award winner.
The Zythologist
Black Vice: Black IPA
Shivam Tandon
We wanted to use the photography of a church window in France, Somme, St. Sepulcre church. Alfred Manessier is the designer of this window. Black Vice roastery uses the same photograph on their coffee blend packs which was used in the making of this beer.
The photograph used as the background of the window in the design was taken by the owners of Black Vice Roastery, Locky, and Lea, on their travels across France.
Tiny Fish Brew Co
A Tiny Bit Evil - IIPA
Adam Rowe
The name of the beer was the primary inspiration toward the label design. The play on words “A Tiny Bit Evil” is an amalgamation of the 2 brewery names Tiny Fish Brew Co and Beer No Evil. From this I developed the idea of creating the ‘evil fish’ character and in doing so, decided that an angler fish would be best suited to depict the angry personality that I envisaged. This sinister looking angler fish illustration became the centerpiece of the label from which I applied the 2 contrasting brewery brands which subsequently informed the colour palette. Finding a harmonious blend of the clean and precise Tiny Fish aesthetics and the punk metal inspired Beer No Evil style was a rewarding challenge. Entwining the evil fish amongst the typefaces of both brands and applying carefully considered colour choices enabled me to establish a visual hierarchy that gave equal billing to both breweries while also conveying the bold personality of the IIPA beer being packaged.
Tumut River Brewing Co
Ginja Ninja Ginger Beer
David & Amanda Leeflang
To highlight the Ginja Ninja Gnger Beer brand with a clean, impactful design that also incorporates our “Always Flowing” mantra.After an incredible 11 versions of this design and weeks of perfecting the artwork, the one you see online and on shelves now is a clear winner!
Urban Alley Brewery
Twin Flames Double Hazy IPA
Phillip Prastalo
The award-winning Twin Flames was inspired by the idea of Greek Mythology where humans were created with four arms, four legs and a head with two faces, before Zeus split us in two and condemned us to spend our lives in search of our other halves. As this IPA was a Double, the idea was that this beer would be your soulmate/your other half which you seek. The orange and purple flames meet over the UA monogram creating the incredible Twin Flames.
After an incredible 11 versions of this design and weeks of perfecting the artwork, the one you see online and on shelves now is a clear winner!
Ventura Brewing
Mercado Classico Cerveza
Alex Plesovskich
The vision of the design was to represent the ethos behind the beer, which was inspired by the markets of Mexico where fresh local goods are traded daily in the town plazas and squares. These tasty goods are often home made, home grown and serve as the medium for connection and enjoyment between family and friends. Similarly Mercado serves up fresh local beer made by hand using all natural ingredients from the land. A classic market beer crafted by compadres and made to share.
The original artwork and design draw inspiration from the traditional art and symbolism of Mexico, evoking an authentic and handmade feel. Mercado’s muted colour palette is inspired by the earthy tones found throughout the desert landscapes and handmade cultural textiles of Mexico.After an incredible 11 versions of this design and weeks of perfecting the artwork, the one you see online and on shelves now is a clear winner!
Welcome Swallow Brewery
Hop Therapy #2 Hazy IPA
Wilson Brewing Company
Shore Thing Summer Ale
Jarrod Fuller
The vision, as with most of our designs, came from the Wilson family. We wanted the design to feel a lot more like summer than the previous can design. To achieve this through colour, we wanted reds, oranges and yellows contrasted with clear skies and white fluffy clouds. We wanted to make our supporters remember the feeling of running over hot sand and of being roasted by a summer sun right before jumping into the waves. The vision for the imagery was a simple change of perspective from the original can design. The inspiration still remained the gorgeous beaches and beach-goers of Albany. We’ve always wanted to share our wonderful part of the world with everyone. To achieve this, we introduced a character that people could connect with instead of it simply being a landscape design. We thought this would help foster that feeling of “I’m there at that Albany beach” while they are drinking our beers.
Wolf of the Willows Brewing
The Terpinator
Jacob Otte
Dark, nostalgic, AI inspired beer creation at the end of the world.
Woolgoolga Brewing
Buster
Troy Cochrane
The inspiration for the Buster 3rd Birthday label design was a silhouette of a moonlit night featuring the ghostly image of the Buster ship. We aimed to capture the eerie beauty and mystique of the shipwreck, with the moonlight highlighting the outline of Buster. This vision reflects the haunting yet captivating presence of the shipwreck, creating a design that honors its historical significance and connects with the local heritage of Woolgoolga.
Woolshed Brewery
Overland Corner Original Porter
Steve Robbins
The label is inspired by the rich history of the beer itself, a collaboration between Woolshed Brewery and the historic Overland Corner Hotel, which first opened in 1859. Woolshed’s Head Brewer and the hotel’s Publican immersed themselves in a treasure trove of historical records, notes, and recipes. Their goal was simple yet profound: to resurrect the flavours that might have been brewed when the Brand Brothers first opened the hotel. The design pays homage to a bygone era, using old-style typefaces and an ink-style illustration of the Brand Brothers, alongside the story of the hotel’s founding. The final design artfully captures the essence of sifting through dusty archives, evoking the feel of newspaper clippings arranged in a nostalgic scrapbook, with a background texture reminiscent of the wooden barrels used to brew the original beer.