List of New Zealand Home Brew Competitions?

Started this discussion. Last reply by AJ May 1, 2014. 17 Replies 0 Likes

Just wondering if there is a list or calender of NZ home brew competitions somewhere? I've been doing some searching but having a hard time finding much other than a few specific sites for single…Continue

What is legally required to start a small brewery in New Zealand?

Started this discussion. Last reply by mattd2 Nov 22, 2016. 16 Replies 0 Likes

Hi,I have only been living in NZ for the last few years and am unfamiliar with all that is required to start a business in NZ, let alone a brewery.I'm interested in starting a nano-brewery in the far…Continue

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Where can I buy new crown cap glass bottles for home brew in NZ?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Paul Finney Oct 16, 2013. 7 Replies 0 Likes

Hi,Does anyone know where I can buy new glass standard size bottles in NZ? I realize I can reuse commercial bottles but I prefer to have a nice standard look  and don't care much for seeing Heineken…Continue

Growing Barley in New Zealand?

Started this discussion. Last reply by John Austin Sep 8, 2015. 11 Replies 0 Likes

Does anyone know what kinds of barleys would be best to grow in New Zealand for brewing and where I can get seeds? I live in Northland which I hear is not so great for barley but I figured I'd give…Continue