Carlton Draught Hands Over the Keys to Rosso

Carlton Draught has given comedian Tim 'Rosso' Ross the keys to the best pubs in Australia, inviting him to step in and take control of the bar, have a good laugh and share a brewery-fresh Carlton Draught with the locals.

As 'The Publican', Rosso will visit more than 30 pubs up and down the East Coast, spending an evening sharing hilarious stories and a laugh with both the regulars and the blow-ins, giving them a night at their local that will go down in pub history.

‘The Publican' will take centre-stage at the featured pubs for one night to run things his way – from chewing the fat with the locals to delivering a dedicated new pub stand-up comedy show. Rosso has also promised to bring some of his Black Rose musician mates along to the party, ensuring that it's a fun and memorable night at the pub.

The well-known comedian and author has gone to great lengths to assume the role of ‘The Publican’, donning a fat suit and completing a Responsible Service of Alcohol course in preparation.

“For me, nothing beats going to the pub and having a schooner of Carlton Draught. I like the ritual of stopping at a pub, pulling up a stool and having a yarn with other locals,” said Rosso. “Now as ‘The Publican’ I get to swap radio microphones for beer taps and live out every Aussie bloke’s dream of running a pub their way.”

‘The Publican’ tour continues for 2012, with Rosso running the pub for up to four hours from 5pm.