Story: Down to Earth Beer
Episode: 4
Presenter: Alex Crisp
Air Date: 19 December 2025

Alex goes behind the scenes at Rocky Ridge Brewery in Busselton, Australia’s first certified sustainable brewery, to explore locally sourced, eco-conscious brewing and sample their beloved Jindong Juicy Pale Ale at the community-focused Taphouse.

• Rocky Ridge Taphouse is located at Marine Terrace in Busselton, Western Australia, near the Busselton Jetty and foreshore.
• Rocky Ridge is Australia’s first certified sustainable and carbon‑neutral brewery, aiming for net zero direct emissions by 2025.
• The brewery operates off‑grid, powered by solar energy and battery storage, using rainwater and other eco‑friendly systems.
• The brewery began on a 100‑year family farm in Jindong, where much of its ingredients and sustainability ethos originate.
• Rocky Ridge sources most of its ingredients from local growers, including barley, hops, and other produce.
• The Busselton venue is set in a renovated 1930s family home, converted into a lively taphouse with dozens of rotating taps.
• The brewery and taphouse act as a community hub, supporting regional events and welcoming locals and visitors.
• Beyond its core range, Rocky Ridge releases a variety of seasonal and experimental brews, often using unusual or local ingredients.

For more information, head to:
rockyridgebrewing.com.au