Coopers has created a beer full of spice and zest to celebrate the 25th annual release of its Vintage Ale.

Coopers Chief Brewer and fifth generation family member Dr Tim Cooper has overseen the making of every Vintage Ale and says the 25th seasonal release is worthy of celebration.

“When we brought out the first Coopers Vintage Ale all those years ago we never suspected it would become such a highly anticipated annual release,” he said.

“Each year our brewing team looks to go one better. The bar keeps getting raised and we all truly relish the challenge. We’re confident we’ve come up with a brew that’s unique and fitting for this special 25th annual release.”

The 2025 edition of Vintage Ale features two aromatic New Zealand hop varieties. Peacharine hops deliver heady stone fruit aromas, while the Southern Cross hops add appealing lemon zest and spicy notes.

Drinkers can expect sweet fruit, peach, citrus, pine and spicy characters to feature on the palate. This is balanced out by malt sweetness before finishing with a firm bitterness.

“Vintage Ale is perfect to drink upon purchase or can be cellared to allow the hop characters to soften and the malty characters to develop over time,” Dr Cooper said.

“And with Father’s Day approaching, this great tasting ale makes for the perfect gift for Dad.”

To celebrate the launch of the 25th annual release of Vintage Ale, Coopers Brewery has enlisted the help of Australian swimming legend Kyle Chalmers OAM. Born and bred in South Australia just like Coopers, Kyle reflects on his own “vintage performance” 2016 Olympic gold medal swim, with a 2016 and 2025 Vintage Ale by his side.

With an ABV of 7.5%, Coopers 2025 Vintage Ale will be available in 50L kegs and 355ml bottles from today in South Australia and from August 7 nationally.

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