If things have been a little quieter than usual on the Beer Troopy front, there’s a good reason. Over the past few months, while we should have been making noise about the Beer Passport and the 2026 Map and Challenge,…
Our first stop on the Beer Post mission took us to Maputo, home of Mafalala Cervejas Brewery. Since the brewery doesn’t yet have the infrastructure to offer on-site tastings, we met with Hélder, the co-founder of Mafalala, at the BuSo…
I’ve yet to steer the Troopy north into East Africa — but if there’s one place that keeps calling, it’s Tanzania. The country that gave us Serengeti sunsets, Mount Kilimanjaro, and, of course, Safari Lager. I still remember the first time…
A few weeks ago, I wrote about a Swiss couple who passed through Durban on their way north. That visit sparked something special — a living example of what I now call Beer Post. Kinder Post When our kids attended the…
Five months ago, a trusted Swiss Troopy rolled off the ship in Cape Town. Inside were Michael and Jasmin, a couple from Switzerland who had turned a dream into an open-ended expedition across Africa. Since landing, they’ve roamed across South…
I’m delighted to share that The Coffee Passport was recently featured in Coffee Magazine — South Africa’s leading publication dedicated to celebrating the country’s coffee culture. For more than a decade, Coffee Magazine has told the stories of the roasters, cafés, and coffee professionals shaping our…
A while ago, we booked to join my brother, his family, and a few friends on one of South Africa’s ultimate 4×4 adventures — the Lebombo Eco Trail through the Kruger National Park. The plan was simple: five vehicles, one convoy, and…
A fresh chapter is brewing in Margate. Right next to the long-loved Village Bar & Grill, you’ll now find Dirty South Brew House — a brand-new brewery and taproom brought to life by the Krummeck family. Their vision is simple: to pour new energy…
Tucked away on Rooiheuwel Farm in the heart of the Overberg, Room 4 Whisky is quietly rewriting South Africa’s whisky story. It’s not just the country’s first known 100% Single Farm Origin whisky — it’s the personal journey of Fredine le Roux, a winemaker-turned-whisky-maker whose vision and…
It started with a simple frustration: why was it so hard to find a good selection of freshly roasted coffee beans online in South Africa? Back in 2013, Phaedon, a curious home brewer armed with his first burr grinder, began exploring…
The Jimny Gathering 2025 is calling all adventurers to Louvain Guest Farm, tucked into the picturesque Outeniqua Mountains near Oudtshoorn and George. Known for its legendary passes, farm stalls, and craft makers, this region is the perfect playground for Jimny drivers who love…
If tea tells the quiet stories of South Africa’s landscape, then coffee is the bold adventurer — the one that wakes early, takes the scenic route, and stops often to savour the view. While not native to our soil, coffee…
South Africa isn’t just a land of rugged mountains, golden coastlines, and wild horizons — it’s also a place where some of the world’s most distinctive teas are grown, blended, and brewed. From the rooibos-covered slopes of the Cederberg to…
If you’ve spent enough time on the backroads, you’ll know this truth: the Karoo has a way of testing you. Dry heat. Dust. Silence that stretches for miles. But if you stop, slow down, and look closer — you’ll find…
As we’ve been building the Coffee Passport, I’ve found myself diving deeper into the world of coffee — and it’s taken me down some wonderfully nerdy rabbit holes. I’ve even started listening to the Cape Coffee Beans Podcast — and it instantly reminded…
Driving through Piet Retief — the small town where I was born — always brings back a wave of memories. The potholed main road. The awkward bends. That stretch outside the OK where the bricks have been wonky since I…
Most people think it’s beer. Some think it’s coffee. Others — adventure, curiosity, or the stubborn refusal to take the N1 when there’s a dirt road that leads somewhere more interesting. They’re not wrong. But here’s the truth: What really…
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Digital tools. Real-world memories. A global community of explorers. What We Learned from the Community From the very beginning, the Beer Passport™ wasn’t about discounts or freebies — it was about discovery. And that hasn’t changed. Our community told us…
Where the Passport Meets the People There’s something special about sitting down at a table with a good beer, a few stamps in your passport, and a story to share. Over the years, as the Beer Passport™ grew and more…
From Lockdown Idea to a National Adventure If you’ve been with us since the early days, you’ll know where this all began. It was lockdown. Breweries were struggling. We wanted to give people a reason to get out (when they…
In the heart of the Great Karoo, nestled between arid hills and timeless plains, Graaff-Reinet stands proud as one of Africa’s most historic towns—a place where heritage is not just preserved, but celebrated with passion. One of its most evocative traditions is Withond…
There’s something deeply special about seeing a grassroots passion project make its way into print—especially in a magazine as beloved and beautifully curated as go! Platteland. We’re thrilled to share that Beer Troopy and the heart behind the movement were featured…
For years, I’ve looked out from New Hanover towards the Blinkwater, wondering what lay beyond those rolling hills. Strangely, few locals seemed to know much about it. But when I realised I had an acquaintance farming nearby, I knew it…
For years, the Clarens Craft Beer Festival has been a highlight on my calendar. Like many festival-goers, my visits followed a familiar pattern—soaking up the festival atmosphere, grabbing a pint at Clarens Brewery, and maybe squeezing in a meal at Roter Hahn. It was…
There’s something special about hitting the back roads of Mpumalanga, a province rich with history, warm hospitality, and, of course, some fantastic beer stops. My latest journey took me from Zululand through Piet Retief, Wakkerstroom, Lydenburg, Sabie, White River, and…
Beer Passport packed, we headed off to Hluhluwe in search of rhinos—and a stamp in the Beer Passport! A Stay at Hluhluwe Country Cottages There was a warning for lots of rain, so instead of camping, we took up the…