Download ride the golden mile guide twitter facebook. Beer events and festivals find out more about new zealand s beer culture. When terry and bev mccashin purchased the brewery from rochdale cider in 1980 the country was dominated by a duopoly, with corporate giants lion nathan and dominion breweries controlling the commercial production and distribution of virtually all of new zealands beer. In new zealand craft beer continues to rise rapidly, with over 70 breweries creating beers using kiwigrown hops that have developed a worldwide reputation for their excellent aroma and flavours. Restaurants to book near wellington craft beer tour. Enjoy a wine tasting experience from a selection of 80 premium wines, handpicked from across the region available by a tasting, half or full glass of wine. The new zealand craft beer industry is just getting bigger and better all the time and our craft beer tour of downtown is the perfect way to discover not only great beer, but all the history and heritage of auckland city centre.
We specialise in taking the people to the beer to sample the best on offer from around new zealand s stunning regions. The new zealand beer industry is a dynamic one full of largerthanlife, pa. You will enjoy our wine list which features local, new zealand and international wines, and will agree that it is one of the best around. From twilight craft beer and wine tour late afternoon tour. Brewed is a snapshot of an industry creating beers that are full of character and will encourage experimentation among engaged beer consumers, helping them discover new breweries and, with the use of comprehensive tasting notes, benchmark them against old. You can also explore local markets, sculpture and ceramics, gelato, chocolate boutiques, and craft beer amoung the natural new zealand landscape. Beer brewing magazines and books from brewshop your source of malt, hops, yeast and home brewing equipment. Ride the golden mile marlborough wine bike trail nz. Cathay pacifics unique craft beer brewed to taste better at 35,000 feet is coming to a flight near you. The tastes of new zealand abound from locallysourced and prepared food, to cultural dining and worldclass wine.
Enter your birthday to receive your horoscope that horoscope thing might be a lie. Mar 31, 2016 when we first visited new zealand in 2006, it felt like a beer desert. Everything you need to know to brew great beer every time fourth edition by john palmer. One of the countrys favourite songs bliss by th dudes is all about it, barbecues arent complete without a cold one in hand, and the best television commercials are those of the breweries. Craft beer online the best of new zealand craft beer to. Sign up to receive cool brew stuff straight to your inbox. The shakespeares main bar located level to the albert street and wyndham street is a great place to relax and unwind, with a choice of eight beers on tap, some of which are brewed in house and a fantastic selection of new zealand wine and spirits for your refreshment. You will enjoy our wine list which features local, new zealand and international wines, and. Everything you need to know about drinking beer in new zealand, from the top craft brewery experiences to ticketed events. It was started to fill the void in the market in christchurch for craft beer that you could pick up and take home. The new zealand beer industry is a dynamic one full of largerthanlife.
Brewing magazines and books brewshop home brew beer. The best craft beer spots in christchurch, new zealand. Macs beer time to get introduced to some of new zealand s craftiest flavours. Take a virtual tour of new zealand, visiting auckland, rotorua, wellington, christchurch, queenstown, and other locations in the north island, south island and stewart island. Ours is a quintessentially kiwi story a tale of determination and resolve, of passion and pride.
Anz analysis 26 judging by the foreign visitors i meet who are coming here to check out the kiwi beer scene, the world is learning about new zealand beer. A guide to craft beer breweries and outlets in new zealand. Marlborough is home to some of new zealands top craft beer. The beer cellar new zealands largest range of craft beer. The vast majority of beer produced in new zealand is a type of lager, either pale or amber in colour, and typically 4% 5% alcohol by volume. Thirty30 craft beer bar 16 kings road, paihia, new zealand 0200 rated 4. Our origins are firmly ingrained and our brewery is standing strong and proud. Great for tourists, corporate groups, social clubs, special events or as a gift. Check out lonely planets new zealand for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer. New zealand is fortunate in that it lies in the ideal latitude for barley and hops cultivation. The school of geography, environment and earth sciences at victoria university of wellington will be hosting the biennial new zealand geographical society conference from 25 27 november 2020 at victoria university of wellington. There are now numerous craft breweries and of all these our favorite it kereru.
Over the past couple of decades, new zealand, like the other new world countries, has undergone a beer revolution. Van cruysen author of brewed a guide to the craft beer of new zealand. Treat yourself or share the perfect gift for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, thank yous you name it. A wonderful place to gather with family and friends. We deliver the tasting room experience to your door. Whether you want simple, surefire instructions for making your first beer, or youre a seasoned homebrewer working with allgrain batches, this book has something for you. Hop on beer tours queenstown fully guided craft beer. According to an industry report put together by the new zealand. Sample a craft beer at one of the nelson tasmans many craft breweries or sip an awardwinning pinot noir, sauvignon blanc or chardonnay at a winery cellar door. Boutique gins made right here in the region are available to tickle your tastebuds. Were not sure what the optimum number of breweries in a country of four and a half million people should be, but were pretty sure that the correct answer is not two. It comes as little surprise then that a country so enamored with this delightful beverage should be one of the world leaders when it.
Having tried tuatara beers a few times, i came to their brewery in paraparaumu to check them out and found they have a relaxing, comfortable place to enjoy a wide variety of excellent brews as well as superb pizzas and snacks. Everything you need to know about drinking beer in new zealand, from the top craft. Brewed is a snapshot of an industry creating beers that are full of character. We are committed to bringing the best of new zealand craft brewing ingredients, equipment and supplies to craft breweries and specialty brewing retailers.
Buoyant sales by the larger craft breweries are supporting a continuing shift towards full flavour beers and away from mainstream beers. Craft beer has exploded in new zealand over the past couple of decades. A directory of cities and towns in new zealand for beer tourists. Read about the author talk and beer tasting at unity books wellington. Craft beer tour queenstown including lunch epic deals.
Apr 30, 20 craft beer world is the musthave companion for anyone who appreciates decent beer. Youll get to interact with local brewers who are some of the best amongst the up and coming new zealand craft beer scene. We love the best craft beer nz has to offer we are the exclusive supplier of black rock wort to home and craft brewers. Craft beer online buy new zealand best craft beer, craft cider and craft spirits. The last few years have seen an explosion in the popularity of craft beers across the globe, with excellent new brews being produced everywhere from copenhagen to colorado, amsterdam to auckland. The hong kong airline announced today that it plans to introduce its craft brew to flights between hong kong and new zealand, as wells on services to europe, canada, the united states, japan, and tel aviv. Tuatara brewery paraparaumu 2020 all you need to know. The following are the highest rated beers brewed in new zealand as they appear in the ranks at. A breeding programme had developed new hop varieties unique to new zealand, many of these new hops have become mainstays in. The new zealand beer festival takes place in march in auckland, with craft beer, food.
Lonely planets new zealand s north island is our most comprehensive guide to the north island, and is perfect for discovering both popular and offbeat experiences. Renaissance and moa are multiaward winning breweries in marlborough, with moa having a cellar door in the heart of the region offering tastings. There were few craft beer brewers to be found and the larger commercial brews were mediocre. Beer gifts, glassware, mixed packs and an awesome beer club.
This book, which acknowledges the craft beers and brewers of new zealand, is well overdue. Craft beer tours nz will show you all the best beer spots in the city. Enjoy gourmet local produce, toptier wineries, and hidden gems, guided by a true matakana local. Get a sense of their passion whilst trying the best craft beers. We source only the best beer for our online shop, subscription box club, mixed cases and beer gifts. Using specialized dispensing machines imported from italy, it is an opportunity to try wines that you might not otherwise have access to sample in a convenient, upmarket location. Thirty30 craft beer bar paihia, new zealand facebook. Heres a rundown of some of the top craft breweries and where to find them. Whitcoulls rewards is an exciting program where you earn points for every dollar you spend. Com, a site dedicated to providing tourism, travel and other information about new zealand. Our monthly beer club the beer cellar new zealand s largest range of craft beer. When you are looking for things to do in new zealand, look no further than brewbus new zealand craft beer tours. Twilight craft beer and wine tour late afternoon tour.
Craft beer this year heady growth continues anz estimates new zealand craft beer sales are up 35% by value in the last year. Discover great craft beer from around new zealand in every hopbox. A birdseye view of new zealand trip ideas plan air. Experience the rich and vibrant history of the mccashins brewery firsthand with a tour of our facilities. A guide to the craft beer of new zealand by jules van cruysen. Join us for a craft beer tour, combining the best tastes of wellington. Try awardwinning local craft beers, brewed by passionate and awardwinning local brewers and entrepreneurs. New zealands craft beer scene has exploded in recent times. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A oneofakind book celebrating the art, the creativity and of course the craft of new zealands most popular and experimental brewery. We will book mark again and we highly recommend him to any potential visitor to howth.
Approximately 23 of wine produced in new zealand comes from marlborough, and 85% of new zealand s sauvignon blanc is from the region. The conference will commence with preconference workshops and field trips on tuesday 24 november and conference sessions will run from 25 27 november. Mark is the best guide youll ever experience we loved every moment with him thank you so much mark for everything. Nearly 150 years brewing experience, monteiths brewing company has become recognised as the leader in the new zealand craft beer market.
Wellington is new zealand s craft beer capital and is home to numerous breweries, bars and other artisan producers. Brewshop is proudly new zealand owned and operated since 2010. Jules van cruysen brewed provides information on matching beer and food, beer festivals in nz and how beer is brewed as well as the best beer destinations throughout nz and much, much more. Many say its new zealand s best arts, crafts and produce market. We understand what real quality means quality products grown from our 100% pure water, fertile earth and sunny skies and quality service with the best logistics providers. A guide to the craft beer of new zealand by jules van. In the last five years the new zealand beer industry has grown dramatically. Our beer offering changes frequently to reflect the everevolving craft beer industry. New zealand craft beer tours limited bay of plenty nz. Fully revised and updated, how to brew is the definitive guide to making quality beers at home. Auckland, new zealand daily tours the big foody food tours. All our beer is stored cold so you know its in great shape.
Beer scores are weighted means so that more ratings for a beer increase the scores tendency to the beer s actual mean. Find a brewery, superior craft beer bar, beer festival or mainstream brewery tour. Discover the best craft beer from around nz and the world. Over the last three years, we estimate craft as a proportion of total. Macs the brand credited with starting new zealand s craft beer revolution. Let brewbus take you on a road of discovery with our own crafted range of tour options into the heart and soul of this naturally growing new zealand phenomenon. The brewers guild of new zealand awardsbgonzas is our brewers. Chef has taken the time to craft an enviable menu to match the beer with plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options and some amazing desserts. Hop on beer tours queenstown is owneroperated by lewis benseman, a kiwi who was born and raised in queenstown. Meet local brewers, discover a new drop, listen to music and chill out with your friends at a craft beer festival.
Smell the enticing aroma of nelsons finest hops and our own bespoke yeast, and watch the brewers in action as we relate the tale of new zealand s craft brewing revolution. Hop on beer tours queenstown fully guided craft beer tour. If your clients are foodies or just enjoy sipping sauv in the sunshine, they will love new zealand. Beer is the most popular alcoholic drink in new zealand, accounting for 63% of available alcohol for sale. Well start at the home of new zealands champion small brewery 2018, 2019 and visit four brew pubs. This is the only bottleshop on our list, but its an essential establishment to have in your little black book of craft beer retailers. From being dominated by a small number two, to be precise of large corporate breweries making, for the most part, bland and uninteresting beer, new zealand has seen an explosion of micro or craft breweries producing all. Beer jerk buy beer online craft beer gifts, subscriptions. Brewbus can create any package that involves taking you to the beer or choose from our regular schedule. Join me for an unforgettable half day fully guided craft beer tour around the queenstown area tasting awardwinning local beers. The term, he says, has lost all meaning, comparing two of new zealand s best known brands by way of example. This is a very good thing, according to author and restauranteur jules van cruysen, and just about. Considered to be one of the darling hops of the new zealand craft beer scene, riwakas abundant oil content is nearly twice that of its parent variety saaz. Come and join us and let our friendly staff take care of.