The Ale Stars Beer Appreciation Night features special guest Nic Sandery, founder of Molly Rose Brewery, sharing insights on craft beer evolution since his last appearance in 2018. Attendees will enjoy four beers from the guest brewery paired with dinner at The Local Taphouse. Nic's background includes global beer travels, a brewing diploma in Perth, winery experience, and work at Holgate, with Molly Rose's brewpub upgrades and upcoming events highlighted. This single-day event occurs on 21 April 2026 from 7pm to 10pm AEST in St Kilda East, offering knowledge and stories for beer enthusiasts in a European-inspired tavern setting.