16 December 2009. The Squire’s Bounty, Tasmania’s first James Squire concept bar, officially opened its doors for the first time last night for a launch party hosted by James Squire Master Brewer, Chuck Hahn. Guests, including State Premier the Hon. David Bartlett, were treated to an array of dishes accompanied by matching beers from the James Squire range.The Squire’s Bounty, located in iconic Salamanca Square, will provide Tasmanians with one of Australia’s premium craft beer and food matching experiences in a lively, convivial atmosphere. The Squire’s Bounty carries the full range of James Squire craft beers on tap and serves a selection of dishes, sourced predominantly from local Tasmanian produce, suited to the flavour profile of each beer. Menu options include:

• Locally sourced oysters served natural with lemon matched with James Squire Pilsener, Kilpatrick & with red wine vinaigrette.
• Confit pork belly with braised red cabbage & apple chutney - matched to Amber Ale
• Baked chocolate tart with vanilla parfait & chocolate sauce - matched to IPA

“The Squire’s Bounty is the fifth James Squire concept bar to be opened in Australia,” said Chuck Hahn. “We look forward to welcoming Hobart locals to The Squire’s Bounty to experience food and beer matching at its best.”

The Squire’s Bounty will be operated by Paul Jubb, President of the Tasmanian Australian Hotels Association (AHA) and has been specifically designed to embrace the historical aspects of the building, allowing patrons to enjoy their beer and food matching experience in a friendly, vibrant atmosphere. The venue’s name was chosen to celebrate Hobart’s proud naval culture and to conjure up images of the bountiful beer and food on offer. It also tips its hat to the part Tasmania played in William Bligh’s infamous, mutinous voyage on board the HMS Bounty in 1788.

“It has been a pleasure working with the James Squire team,” said Paul Jubb. “The opening of The Squire’s Bounty is the culmination of a lot of hard work by everyone. The team and I are looking forward to establishing The Squire’s Bounty as one of Hobart’s favourite and most atmospheric venues.”

To contact The Squire’s Bounty please phone: 03 6224 3667