THE IBC GALA MENU

THURSDAY MAY 29 AT ICC, SYDNEY

Join us at the International Brewers Collective Gala Dinner for an unforgettable night where world-class beer meets exceptional cuisine.

This year’s menu has been specially curated to showcase and incorporate the distinctive character of Schlenkerla’s legendary smoked beers, honouring their centuries-old brewing tradition. To mark the occasion, we’re proud to welcome Schlenkerla’s brewmaster as our keynote speaker, sharing insights into the artistry and heritage behind one of the world’s most iconic breweries.

Entrée

Cured Tasmanian Salmon
Paired with a smoked cod croquette, buttermilk dill sauce, pickled green apples, red radish, salmon pearls and a squid ink cracker

Textures of Beetroot 
With Corella pear, vegan feta cheese, pickled pearl onions, coastal succulents, mandarin foam, and caramelised Kootingal organic pecan nut crumbs

Main Course

Riverina Angus Braised Beef Cheek
With potato and bacon stuffed roasted onion, broccolini, caramelised onion jam, and potato mash finished with Schlenkerla beer sauce
OR
Dietary Option – Root Vegetable Pave 
With braised mung beans, Garlicious Grown black garlic, grilled seasonal mushrooms, charred onion, shaved asparagus, mushroom jus and parsnip chip

THE BEVERAGES

At the IBC Gala Dinner, we’re not just pouring beer — we’re pouring history, craftsmanship, and flavour from one of the world’s most revered breweries: Schlenkerla of Bamberg, Germany.

This exclusive tasting line-up is only available to Gala Dinner guests — and trust us, it’s worth it.

Eiche Doppelbock (8%)
Smoked over oak wood, this strong winter beer is smooth, malty, and packed with depth.

Classic Rauchbier Märzen (5.1%)
The OG. Deep, rich smoked malt with a balanced, smooth finish.

Weichsel Rotbier mit Kirschholz (4.6%)
A smokey red lager – Fruity, sweet smoke with berry notes

Helles Marzen (5.1%)
A traditional Märzen style with a twist. It retains the rich, full-bodied maltiness you love, but with a lighter touch of smoked malt.

Rauchbier Weizen (5.2%)
A unique wheat beer with gentle smoky aroma and the soft spice of traditional wheat malt.