A brewery that specialises in alcoholic ginger beer is poised to open at an iconic old pub on the Sunshine Coast.
Matso’s Brewery will open its doors at the transformed Joe’s Waterhole at Eumundi on Thursday.
Spokesperson Mick McKeown said that while the pub had been rebranded to Matso’s Brewery, a number of the iconic features of Joe’s Waterhole had been reused and repurposed in the new venue.
“We understand and respect that many current and former patrons have an affinity with Joe’s Waterhole so the venue has been refurbished with timber and materials from the original pub,” he said.
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“We’re breathing new life into Joe’s but keeping pieces of its history, especially in the front bar.
“The new-look venue will feature a menu inspired by local ingredients in a relaxed setting, including the front bar, main bar, restaurant, a covered beer garden and pool room as well as a unique Matso’s playground for the kids.
“We’ll be brewing our famous ginger and mango beers right here onsite supplying not only the locals but the whole of Queensland.
“We’re also in the process of installing a distillery to expand our portfolio into spirits and ready-to-drink beverages.
“With a mix of old Queensland heritage at the front and a fun new family friendly casual dining space with a sprawling outdoor area out the back, Matso’s Sunshine Coast has something for everyone. We’re also pet friendly.”
Mr McKeown said the Sunshine Coast was the perfect fit for the business, which has expanded from Broome in Western Australia.
“We scoured the country looking for our second national location and Eumundi ticked so many boxes for us from a brand point of view,” he said.
“Matso’s is a slightly left-of-centre brand which is largely driven by our roots in tropical Broome, so the opening of our second home in an equally quirky location such as Eumundi is fitting.
“We believe Broome’s remoteness and its tropical heat makes you think differently and Queensland’s long hot summers are the perfect way to ensure our patrons can enjoy Matso’s’ range of beverages, which we believe is Australia’s original heat relief.
“Across social media we’ve seen Matso’s digitally ‘land’ on the Sunshine Coast and now we are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our physical brewery, inviting the public to experience the amazingly refreshing liquid creations firsthand.”
Mr McKeown said the goal for Matso’s was to offer patrons something extraordinary and team members were excited for people to experience the difference.
“With Matso’s Sunshine Coast, we’re bringing that vision to life with a blend of tradition and innovation, a bit of quirkiness and a whole lot of fun,” he said.
As the craft beer scene on the Sunshine Coast continues to flourish, Matso’s is poised to make its mark as a destination for locals and visitors alike with plans for regular live music events and an on-site brewery serving fresh, locally brewed beer and cocktails.
The official public opening of Matso’s Sunshine Coast will be held on February 1-2. Guests can enjoy live music and DJs, roaming entertainment, face painting and food and drinks.
Joe’s Waterhole is an iconic Queensland hotel and a favourite with locals. It was built in 1891 and originally named the Railway Hotel. Located on Eumundi’s main street, it is directly opposite the site of the famous Eumundi Markets.
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