SINGAPORE: Singapore now has its very own Oktoberfest, and the inaugural Singapore Beer Festival is being held at Fort Canning Park.

Beer enthusiasts can get to taste nearly 300 beers, including a hundred which are appearing in Asia for the very first time.

The Asia Beer Awards was held on Thursday at the festival, and the award for Asia's top tipple - picked by a panel of international judges - went to Brewerkz's Steam Beer.

Adding to the merriment were comedy acts as well as local and international bands.

- CNA/yt