XXXX Gold bottle

XXXX Gold

Australia's best-selling beer — a mid-strength Queensland lager built for the heat

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Castlemaine Perkins — Lion (Kirin Holdings)
Distillery
Australia
Country
3.50%
ABV
6.8/10
Rating
★★★★★
6.8/10
Queensland, Australia Est. 1996 3.50% ABV

Tasting Notes

Colour & Appearance
Pale golden yellow
Nose & Aroma
Golden Cluster hops, light malt, a clean grainy note
Palate & Taste
Smooth and balanced with mild bitterness, a touch of malt sweetness and a crisp, easy-drinking body typical of Australian mid-strength lager
Finish
Short, clean and refreshing with mild hop bitterness

History & Background

XXXX Gold is brewed by Castlemaine Perkins in Milton, Brisbane, and has been Australia's best-selling beer by volume for years running. Brewed to mid-strength at 3.5% ABV using Golden Cluster hops, it was developed to give Queenslanders a full-flavoured beer they could drink through long, hot sessions without the stronger kick of full-strength XXXX Bitter. It remains deeply tied to Queensland identity and rugby league sponsorship, and is sold nationally across Australia through major retailers including Dan Murphy's, BWS and Liquorland. XXXX Gold is not currently imported or distributed in India through any official channel, so this entry is priced for its home Australian market rather than Indian retail.

Production & Maturation

Production Method
Brewed with Golden Cluster hops and a blend of malted barley, fermented to a mid-strength 3.5% ABV using traditional lager brewing methods at the Castlemaine Perkins Milton brewery in Brisbane.
Aging & Maturation
Cold-conditioned (lagered) for a period typical of mainstream Australian lager production before packaging.
Distillery
Castlemaine Perkins — Lion (Kirin Holdings)
Founded
1996

XXXX Gold Price Guide 2026

Prices are indicative and may vary by retailer, store, and current stock. Last verified: July 2026.
Australia Prices
Australia AUD4.20

Frequently Asked Questions

Is XXXX Gold available in India?

No. XXXX Gold is not currently imported or officially distributed in India. It is an Australian mid-strength lager sold nationally within Australia through retailers like Dan Murphy's, BWS and Liquorland. Prices listed here reflect its home Australian market, not Indian retail.

Why is XXXX Gold called mid-strength?

At 3.5% ABV, XXXX Gold sits below Australia's full-strength beer threshold of roughly 4.5-5% ABV, while still being brewed for a fuller flavour than typical low-carb or light beers. It was designed so Queenslanders could drink through long, hot sessions with a lower overall alcohol intake than full-strength XXXX Bitter.

What is the price of XXXX Gold in Australia?

XXXX Gold is priced around AUD 3.33 per 375ml bottle in Queensland, AUD 3.50 in New South Wales and Victoria, AUD 3.78 in Western Australia, and AUD 4.20 in the Northern Territory, based on typical six-pack pricing at major retailers. Buying a full case generally brings the per-bottle price down further.

XXXX Gold vs XXXX Bitter — what is the difference?

XXXX Gold is a mid-strength lager at 3.5% ABV with a lighter, more sessionable character, while XXXX Bitter is the original full-strength expression at 4.4% ABV with a fuller, maltier body. Gold is the better choice for extended drinking sessions, while Bitter is closer to what most non-Australians would expect from a classic lager.

Why is XXXX Gold's price higher in the Northern Territory?

The Northern Territory applies an additional minimum unit pricing scheme and alcohol levy on top of the federal excise that applies across Australia, which pushes retail prices for beer, including XXXX Gold, noticeably higher than in states like Queensland or New South Wales.

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About the Author

Shivam Sharma
Shivam Sharma
I am the founder and editor of The Spirit Atlas. With a deep appreciation for fine spirits, I built this platform to be the most helpful and honest spirits guide for Indian readers — covering everything from Scotch and Indian single malts to rum, gin and tequila, along with prices across every major Indian state. My goal is simple: to make the world of spirits a little more approachable for everyone.
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Last updated: July 2026
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Quick Facts

Name XXXX Gold
Category Beer
Type Premium & Imported Beer
Country Australia
Region Queensland, Australia
Distillery Castlemaine Perkins — Lion (Kirin Holdings)
ABV 3.50%
Rating 6.8/10
Founded 1996

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