About Us

Our Story

Serve The People

Like most good stories, ours started over a beer. What began as a conversation between two passionate individuals has grown into a community-focused brewery that's proudly independent and Australian-owned.

The Beginning

Meeting on opposite sides of the bar, Richard Adamson and Oscar McMahon got talking over their love of beer and music, and discovered they shared the view that the Australian beer scene felt a little stagnant.

With Richard's experience in brewing and Oscar's hospitality know-how, they decided they should do more than just talk. Overcoming a tangle of red tape, Young Henrys eventually found a home in a modest warehouse in the backstreets of Newtown.

With a few friends, a small brew kit and the maxim to 'serve the people', the first Young Henrys beers were brewed in March 2012.

Our Values

Community-focused brewing
Independent and Australian-owned
Innovation and creativity
Environmental responsibility

Our Journey

2012

founding

Newtown, NSWNewtown

Young Henrys Founded

Richard Adamson and Oscar McMahon start brewing in a modest warehouse in Newtown.

Key Highlights

First brewery established

Initial team of 3 people

Focus on local community

2013

milestone

Newtown, NSWNewtown

First Commercial Brew

Released our flagship Newtowner Ale to the public.

Key Highlights

Newtowner Ale launch

First retail partnerships

Local recognition

2015

expansion

Newtown, NSWNewtown

Dan Hampton Joins

Dan Hampton comes aboard as Head of Sales, completing the core team.

Key Highlights

Core team complete

Sales expansion

Multi-state presence

2018

innovation

Newtown, NSWNewtown

Sustainability Focus

Launched major sustainability initiatives including renewable energy projects.

Key Highlights

Solar power installation

Waste reduction programs

Community partnerships

2020

award

Global RecognitionGlobal Recognition

B Corp Certification

Achieved B Corp certification, joining a global network of purpose-driven businesses.

Key Highlights

B Corp certified

Global network membership

Purpose-driven business

2022

innovation

Sydney, NSWSydney

Algae Project Launch

Partnered with UTS Science to develop innovative algae-based sustainability solutions.

Key Highlights

UTS partnership

Carbon reduction

Industry innovation

Select an Event

Click on any timeline event to see detailed information about that milestone in our journey.

Meet The Team

The passionate people behind Young Henrys who bring our vision to life every day

Richard Adamson

Co-Founder & Head Brewer

Brewing

Richard brings years of brewing expertise and a passion for creating exceptional beers. His technical knowledge and creative approach to brewing have been instrumental in developing Young Henrys' signature flavors.

15+ years in brewing

Craft Brewing

Recipe Development

Quality Control

+1 more

Great beer starts with great ingredients and ends with great people sharing it together.

Oscar McMahon

Co-Founder & Operations Director

Operations

Oscar's hospitality background and business acumen have shaped Young Henrys' customer-focused approach. He ensures that every aspect of the business reflects the company's values and commitment to quality.

12+ years in hospitality

Business Operations

Customer Experience

Strategic Planning

+1 more

Hospitality is about creating experiences that people remember and want to share.

Dan Hampton

Head of Sales

Sales & Marketing

Dan joined Young Henrys early on and has been instrumental in building relationships with retailers and customers across Australia. His background in law enforcement brings a unique perspective to sales and customer relations.

10+ years in sales

Sales Strategy

Relationship Building

Market Expansion

+1 more

Every conversation is an opportunity to share our passion for great beer.

Want to Join Our Team?

We're always looking for passionate people who share our values and want to be part of the Young Henrys story.

Visit Our Brewery

Location

76 Wilford Street
Newtown, NSW 2042
Australia

General enquiries:info@younghenrys.com

Brewery tours:toursnsw@younghenrys.com

Brewery Tours

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our brewing process. Learn about our ingredients, techniques, and taste fresh beer straight from the source.

Saturdays & Sundays only
Tours start at 12pm
Includes beer tasting
Advance booking required

Pouring Your Experience

The Beginning

With a few friends, a small brew kit and the maxim to 'serve the people', the first Young Henrys beers were brewed in March 2012.

Our Values

Community-focused brewing
Independent and Australian-owned
Innovation and creativity
Environmental responsibility

Our Journey

2012

founding

Newtown, NSWNewtown

Young Henrys Founded

Richard Adamson and Oscar McMahon start brewing in a modest warehouse in Newtown.

Key Highlights

First brewery established

Initial team of 3 people

Focus on local community

2013

milestone

Newtown, NSWNewtown

First Commercial Brew

Released our flagship Newtowner Ale to the public.

Key Highlights

Newtowner Ale launch

First retail partnerships

Local recognition

2015

expansion

Newtown, NSWNewtown

Dan Hampton Joins

Dan Hampton comes aboard as Head of Sales, completing the core team.

Key Highlights

Core team complete

Sales expansion

Multi-state presence

2018

innovation

Newtown, NSWNewtown

Sustainability Focus

Launched major sustainability initiatives including renewable energy projects.

Key Highlights

Solar power installation

Waste reduction programs

Community partnerships

2020

award

Global RecognitionGlobal Recognition

B Corp Certification

Achieved B Corp certification, joining a global network of purpose-driven businesses.

Key Highlights

B Corp certified

Global network membership

Purpose-driven business

2022

innovation

Sydney, NSWSydney

Algae Project Launch

Partnered with UTS Science to develop innovative algae-based sustainability solutions.

Key Highlights

UTS partnership

Carbon reduction

Industry innovation

Select an Event

Click on any timeline event to see detailed information about that milestone in our journey.

Meet The Team

The passionate people behind Young Henrys who bring our vision to life every day

Richard Adamson

Co-Founder & Head Brewer

Brewing

15+ years in brewing

Craft Brewing

Recipe Development

Quality Control

+1 more

Great beer starts with great ingredients and ends with great people sharing it together.

Oscar McMahon

Co-Founder & Operations Director

Operations

12+ years in hospitality

Business Operations

Customer Experience

Strategic Planning

+1 more

Hospitality is about creating experiences that people remember and want to share.

Dan Hampton

Head of Sales

Sales & Marketing

10+ years in sales

Sales Strategy

Relationship Building

Market Expansion

+1 more

Every conversation is an opportunity to share our passion for great beer.

Want to Join Our Team?

We're always looking for passionate people who share our values and want to be part of the Young Henrys story.

Visit Our Brewery

Location

76 Wilford Street
Newtown, NSW 2042
Australia

General enquiries:info@younghenrys.com

Brewery tours:toursnsw@younghenrys.com

Brewery Tours

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our brewing process. Learn about our ingredients, techniques, and taste fresh beer straight from the source.

Saturdays & Sundays only
Tours start at 12pm
Includes beer tasting
Advance booking required