Hallertau
Pur veyors of biergar ten bliss
Looking for hopping good beer? One needn’t go further than supporting Auckland local favourite Hallertau Brewing (they of the graphic labels and big numerals), which you can now enjoy on tap, not just in Riverhead, but also from one of Hallertau’s brand new Biergartens. Take your pick of being smack, bang in the beating heart of Auckland on Karangahape Road or in bucolic bliss out in Cleveland. Whatever tap haus you find yourself at, you will undoubtedly be enjoying a thirst-quenching, unapologetically bold beer, delicious food and music groovier than your gran after a couple of sherries. | K A
McLeod’s
Within the historic town of Waipu lies a boutique, independent brewery. Brothers Geoff and Clayton Gwynne started McLeod’s back in 2014, when they decided to brew their own beer for the Pizza Barn, which they had owned since 2003. Their aim was to produce world-class beers that offered a sense of place from their little slice of heaven in Northland, and to say they have succeeded seems like an understatement. Winning several major awards over the past few years, notably Champion International Small Brewery at the 2019 Australian International Brewing Awards, the world’s biggest beer competition, their future is looking bright. Head brewer Jason Bathgate has been with McLeod's since 2016, building a solid reputation for his unique talents across a range of beer styles. The beautiful artwork on McLeod's seasonal brews is painted by grammy-nominated visual artist Sarah Larnach. Her skill with watercolours bring the McLeod’s beers to life on the bottle. The Cove Unfiltered Pale Ale has just been re-released, this time in cans, and features her work. | MR
09 THE BEER OF AUCKLAND 330ML 9-PACK
$26.99
COVE UNFILTERED PALE ALE 440ML CAN 97977
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Hallertau’s ninth addition to their numbered beer line-up is a refreshing lager with delicate citrus on the nose and crisp hop bitterness on the finish. An uncomplicated beer that hits home when accompanied by fresh snapper, or to simply quench your thirst after volcano hopping.
$7.99
The first of the McLeod's summer seasonal beers. A hazy and hoppy bomb with huge citrus and pineapple up front and a malt backbone to back a special hop blend, making this one fruity and deliciously bitter brew.
DANK HARVEST INDIA PALE LAGER 440ML CAN $8.99 97978
1 KOLSCH BEER 330ML SINGLE $4.99 2 PALE ALE 330ML SINGLE $4.99 SIX MIX 330ML 6-PACK $ 22.99 91780
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LONGBOARDER LAGER 500ML $6.99 91517
PARADISE IPA 500ML $7.99
91615
8 Wired
Warkwor th's barrel aging wizards Head brewer and founder Søren Eriksen’s interest in making beer was first sparked by the gift of a Coopers homebrewing kit from his wife, Monique, on Christmas day, 2005. With the dream of making their own beer, they packed up their lives and moved to New Zealand. Søren’s first commercial experience was at Renaissance Brewery in Blenheim, where he was at the forefront of NZ craft beer. It was here that Søren honed his skills and nurtured his passion. 8 Wired was born out of this, producing incredible beers while lacking their own production site. However, in 2014, the Eriksens finally found a permanent home in Warkworth, north of Auckland. In Matakana, they recently opened the Barrelworks, the heart of their barrel programme, complete with taproom and food trucks. From their home base, they are always looking to innovate and explore the wild and wonderful world of craft beer. | TM
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BOUNDARY RD
18TH AMENDMENT APA 330ML 6-PACK
$13.99
Named after the dark days of US Prohibition when you couldn’t get a decent beer anywhere unless you 'knew a guy', and brewed in honour of your friendly local bootlegger. American hops, malt and citrus with a crisp, bitter finish.
91107-6
CASSELS
DRY HOPPED PILSNER 328ML 6-PACK
$19.99
Made with the finest NZ ingredients. Motueka and Nelson Sauvin hops provide great citrus taste to a predominantly Pilsner malt-base. A slight sweetness complements the firm, bitter finish and refreshingly dry mineral aftertaste.
90031-6
DEEP CREEK
UNDERCURRENT PILSNER 330ML 6-PACK SOREN AND MONIQUE ERIKSEN
HOPWIRED IPA 500ML 91822
$9.99
With its ripe tropical fruit flavours and well balanced bitterness this beer put 8 Wired on the map. An all time favourite. With all New Zealand hops this beer is a staple in the journey of those who love craft beer.
SEMICONDUCTOR IPA 330ML 6-PACK 91890-6
$21.99
TROPIDELIC NZ PALE ALE 330ML 6-PACK 91827-6
$21.99
$21.99
An easy drinking pilsner with a calm malt profile and an undercurrent of lemon zest. From traditional Bohemian beginnings, Deep Creek introduce a taste of NZ with the addition of Nelson Sauvin and Motueka hops.
90957-6
SUNSHINE BREWING MIXED 6
330ML 6-PACK
$22.99
Six of the very best from the boutique brewery based on Gisborne's coast, where the sun always shines. The Mixed 6 pack includes their Gisborne Gold, Pilsner, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale, Summer Ale, plus a Sunshine surprise...
90060-6
FORTUNE FAVOURS THE WELLINGTONIAN IPA 330ML 6-PACK
$22.99
From the core range of quirky Te Aro brewers, Fortune Favours, a well-balanced New Zealand IPA packed full of distinctly Kiwi hops. Light and aromatic with a minimal malt base. Perfect.
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