New breweries win big at Beer and Cider Awards

New breweries win big at Beer and Cider Awards

Some of Aotearoa’s newest, smallest and most remote craft breweries have won a place in the New World Beer & Cider Awards Top 30 announced on Tuesday, making the prestigious list alongside the country’s biggest names. More than 700 beers, ciders and other...
New varieties of NZ hops to feed a thirsty global market

New varieties of NZ hops to feed a thirsty global market

A new collaboration between Clayton Hops and Plant & Food Research will see new varieties of hops being grown in Aotearoa New Zealand, offering brewers worldwide exciting novel flavours. Clayton Hops, New Zealand’s largest hop grower, have partnered with Plant...
Breweries facing challenges post covid but beer is still good

Breweries facing challenges post covid but beer is still good

Just released research from New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) reveals that the Brewing industry in New Zealand remains a significant contributor to the economy despite having several years of disruption and supply concerns. According to the findings,...
Sprig and Fern release non-alcoholic Hazy IPA for the holidays

Sprig and Fern release non-alcoholic Hazy IPA for the holidays

Independently owned Sprig + Fern Brewing Co.’s Non-Alcoholic beer, ‘Wingmate’ is taking off, as craft beer consumers include zero, low and no alcohol beer in their plans over the holidays. The non-alcoholic Hazy IPA released in October is one of their top-selling...