Our Beers - Heart of Darkness Brewery

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7.1% ABV
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102 IBUKurtz’s Insane IPA

Flagship

HEART OF DARKNESS' biggest, hoppiest beer. A wonderfully vibrant beer, with grapefruit and piney tones, we’ve crammed in 7 kinds of hops which deliver a full blown assault on your taste buds. This is a big, but beautifully balanced IPA, with a bright and fun bitter flavour - a true hop head's delight.
4.8% ABV
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33 IBUFutile Purpose
Cucumber Pilsner

Flagship

A fresh pilsner with a soft, malt body and a gentle summer brightness. The addition of cucumber makes it refreshing, yet interesting.
6.3% ABV
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45 IBUDirector’s Cacao Nib
Porter

Flagship

Our soft, dark porter base infused with Vietnamese cacao nibs. Dark brown, almost black, in colour. Cocoa powder and dark chocolate on the nose. Flavour of rich, dark chocolate with a touch of tart, deep red berries. Finishes long and smooth with a hint of roast. Sumptuous!
7.5% ABV
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59 IBU*Loose Rivet New England IPA

Flagship

Pale and hazy in true “New England” fashion. Big pineapple, tangerine and stone fruit on the nose. Rich and creamy mouthfeel. Finishes with a tropical kick of lime, guava and pomelo.
5.7% ABV
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37 IBUDream Alone Pale Ale

Flagship

Pale gold in colour. Lush tangerine and mango on the nose. Medium, balanced body. Finishes with big juicy notes of peach, citrus and blueberry. Single hop pale ale showcasing Mosaic from the US.
4.5% ABV
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28 IBUSacred Fire Golden Ale

Flagship

This is our gateway to craft beer. It has a beautiful hue and a long, smooth finish with just a hint of caramel and passion fruit. A light, crisp and refreshing ale with a playful, Asian twist which is low enough in alcohol to be enjoyed throughout those hot, sunny days and well into the evening.
4.2% ABV
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24 IBUConquistador’s
Mexican Pilsner

Flagship

A bit of salt, a touch of lime, a go-to beer at the beach or with a plate of nachos, this Mexican inspired beer is an easy drinker. Grainy sweetness with a lemon-lime hop note, celebrate in style.
5.3% ABV
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35 IBUPrimeval Forest Pilsner

Flagship

A pilsner with a refreshing and flavorful twist. Using all New Zealand hops, the light golden body compliments the fruity crushed gooseberry and lime flavors coming from the Motueka and Nelson Sauvin. Perfect for Saigon’s hot climate and extended drinking sessions with friends.
5.8% ABV
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38 IBUPitiless Folly Pale Ale

Flagship

Our take on the classic British Ale. Beautifully hoppy on the back of both Pale and Crystal malts with a beautiful copper hue and a sweet long finish. Using US Citra hops as the main hop, it features tastes of grapefruit, lime, passion fruit, and lychee. You may even be able to pick out hints of melon and gooseberry. A clean and crisp Pale Ale with a lot of late edition hops and a flavor that will dance on your tongue.
4.2% ABV
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34 IBUExcited Magpie Irish Stout

Flagship

Darkest ruby to black in colour. Deep roasty coffee-like aroma dominates with a hint of chocolate in the background. Roast and pleasant bitterness also dominates the flavour and contrasts the creamy mouthfeel. Easy drinking and moreish despite the intensity of flavour. Classic pairing – freshly shucked oysters. Also pairs with roast meats and dark desserts.
4.3% ABV
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22 IBUBright Earth
Irish Red Ale

Flagship

Dark red/brown in colour. Bready malt and faint chocolate on the nose. Medium bodied. Drinks smooth and finishes with a touch of roasty dryness. A paradox – quenches your thirst but leaves you wanting more.

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seasonalscurrently on tap

Grand Piano IPA

6.1% ABV - 55 IBU

Seasonal

Hazed amber in appearance. Nose has hints of sweet berry and mango against a earthy background. Medium-light body. Malt and piney hop dominate the mouth with zesty citrus playing a supporting role. Finishes dry and bitter. Sessionable IPA.
Marlow’s Lean Black Gose

3.3% ABV - 10 IBU

Seasonal

A complex but fun and easy drinking dark gose. Chocolate coloured. Aromas of raspberry and salted chocolate. Medium-light body. Sour cherry and salted lemon in the mouth. Finishes with dark fruit followed by palate cleansing sourness.
13.0% ABV
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90 IBUMerciless Phantom Reserve
Imperial Stout

Seasonal

Five malts, four spices, two hops, two sugars, two spirits, one wood; yes, this is a complex beer. Rich and full-bodied, lifted by the judicious use of American spirits and exotic spices. Extended aging on oak adds a further layer of complexity. A beer to sip and enjoy. Pair with roast meats, rich desserts, or dark chocolate.
Foreign Shores
Belgian Tripel

8.5% ABV - 30 IBU

Seasonal

Golden straw in colour. Honey and floral notes on the nose. Our classic Belgian Tripel brings a warmth of maltiness and subtle alcohol matched with delicate floral, melon, and earthy spice. Finishes dry and graceful. Beware, this one can be a creeper!
Brutal Instinct
Brut IPA

6.8% ABV - 30 IBU

Seasonal

A brand new style created in San Diego using a special process to create an extra dry beer. Pours crystal blond. Knockout fruit cocktail aromas of tropical fruit, blackcurrant and muscat. Bone dry but not thin. Hints of grapefruit and spice. Balanced bitterness gives way to a long finish.
Stoney Hills
Hard Ginger Beer

3.5% ABV - IBU

Seasonal

Pours frosted white. Warm ginger on the nose with a hint of lemon. Effervescent and refreshing. Gentle spicy heat on the palate is balanced with both a subtle sweetness and sourness.
Hot and Cold
Chilli/Cucumber Pilsner

4.8% ABV - 33 IBU

Seasonal

A Special Edition release of our Futile Purpose Cucumber Pilsner; this one with the addition of Ớt Sừng Trâu - Vietnamese chillis. Distinct cucumber on the nose with aromatic chilli and a touch of honey. Cooling cucumber and sweet malt in the mouth give way to a gentle bitterness and a short burst of spicy heat.
Physical Danger
Pilsner.

5.0% ABV - 43 IBU

Seasonal

Light bodied with light and refreshing lemon and gooseberry notes and a crisp finish. A fruity and highly drinkable Pilsner.
6.6% ABV
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40 IBUCreatures of Darkness
New England IPA

Seasonal

Heart of Darkness and Little Creatures team up to create this zingy take on a New England IPA. Hazy straw in colour. Intense floral and fruity nose with grapefruit and rose dominating. Soft creamy body. Big grapefruit/citrus flavours against a background of pine and spicy berries. A tangy citrus bitterness cleanses the palate and leaves you craving more!
9% ABV
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80 IBUEloquent Phantom
Imperial Stout

Seasonal

Four hops, three malts, two sugars, two spirits, one spice, one wood; it goes without saying that this is a complex beer. Very rich and full-bodied, lifted by the judicious use of American spirits and Madagascan spice. Oak conditioning adds another layer of complexity. A beer to sip and enjoy. Pair with roast meats, rich desserts, or dark chocolate.
8.2% ABV
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17 IBU

Seasonal

Inspired by the widely celebrated Ca Phe Sua Da – iced milk coffee – ‘Evil takes Two Roads into Darkness’ Vietnamese Stout has coffee on the nose with subtle milk chocolate. Brewed with locally sourced, roasted whole Vietnamese coffee beans, this bad boy is rich, silky smooth with flavors of milk chocolate and maple syrup – and a strong coffee finish.