Journal article
Tapping into flavourful journeys: a systematic review and application of craft beer tourism frameworks
International Journal of Wine Business Research, Vol.36(2), pp.184-206
2024
Abstract
Purpose – There is a growing interest in investigating craft beer tourism and consumption experiences as different destinations seek to position unique attributes and cultures in their culinary offerings. Yet, in this space, factors that have triggered the creation, management and marketing of craft beer tourism remain implicit. The purpose of this paper is therefore to present a systematic literature review of craft beer tourism, apply a conceptual model of craft beer gastronomy tourism and, in turn, provide strategic imperatives for the sector moving forward. Design/methodology/approach – A comprehensive search for craft beer tourism in hospitality and tourism literature was undertaken using a combination of Google Scholar search terms as well as institutional library databases. Then, following the steps proposed by Xiao and Watson (2019), articles were sorted into themes before determining their appropriateness to be included in a systematic literature review. Findings – Based on prior research, a Craft beer gastronomy tourism model is proposed. This model was found to provide a macro perspective of the craft beer tourism literature and was applied using the systematic literature review. It was found that not many of the papers fit the three-step process, and a fragmented relationship between craft breweries and tourism was observed. On reviewing the theories and frameworks used, it was found that there was not much consistency with the majority using frameworks and concepts. Furthermore, most studies were undertaken from the perspective of a single region or homogenous samples, with few offering cross-sectional comparisons. The most common methods of the papers were surveys and interviews, with a majority being cross-sectional. Originality/value – The systematic literature review has led to the development of a novel conceptual model that highlights the current focal areas but also gaps that inform future studies and managerial implications.
Details
- Title
- Tapping into flavourful journeys: a systematic review and application of craft beer tourism frameworks
- Authors
- Aaron Tham (Corresponding Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Business and Creative IndustriesJenna Campton (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Business and Creative IndustriesBruce Cooper-McKenzie (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, School of Business and Creative Industries
- Publication details
- International Journal of Wine Business Research, Vol.36(2), pp.184-206
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing Limited
- DOI
- 10.1108/IJWBR-03-2023-0013
- ISSN
- 1751-1070
- Organisation Unit
- Indigenous and Transcultural Research Centre; School of Business and Creative Industries
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99740798502621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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