The initiative returns following strong demand in 2025, when more than 60 businesses participated by supplying beer, spirits or baked goods. Grainstock organiser Stu Whytcross said the program was originally developed to help breweries showcase their products without requiring staff to operate a stand throughout the consumer festival. “The donated kegs will be served from the Grainstock consumer festival container bar. Griffith will serve as the main hub for Grainstock activities, including industry tours, welcome drinks and the Grainstock Festival. Shuttle buses will operate between Griffith and the Whitton Malt House for the Grainstock: Ferment Industry Symposium and Trade Show on 16 October.