Beer thread

[Crucial]

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse

Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.

I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....

Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining Peak

Of these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.

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I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.

Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.

I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.

Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.

[mariner4life]

for those on this side of the ditch, i finally found something decent that comes fro Canberra, this bad boy

Plenty of flavour, but still dangerously sessionable at that 5.7% mark. A real golden colour to it, hops but not overwhelmingly so. Can recommend. Will smash.

[mariner4life]

Stone & Wood Pacific Ale is my every day beer, and it's a fucking ripper.

Had one of these the other day, same standard, more flavour, more booze. Felt sessionable, but that hasn't been tested.

[Crucial]

Best selection for range of styles I have been coming across has been at the Fork and Tap in Arrowtown. Usually 4 on the cask and a good dozen or so on tap.

Cargo Brewery down there does a few nice drops too. The brewery out at Gibbston is a great outdoor spot with a ton of room for kids to run around well away from the adults and is a good destination to aim for if you do a bike ride.
They have also taken over the old restaurant at the bottom of the Coronet Peak Road and converted it to a pub.

Their 'Old English' is one of the best ESBs I have found in NZ

[Kruse]

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse

Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.

I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....

Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining Peak

Of these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.

.

I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.

Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.

I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.

Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.

I stopped off at Brewtown on my way into town (I kinda zig-zagged across the North Island on my final move down) - but it was a Tuesday when I came through the Hutt, and too early for the places that do open that early in the week for alkies.
I've been considering a weekend trip up there... that's a place that needs some accommodation options... I see they've got a space for motorhomes or other self-contained campers... not sure they'd accept a motorbike with tent tied to it. Maybe I'll look into the public transport option... I've never used Wellington trains, no idea if it's a sensible/reliable/regular option.

[MN5]

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse

Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.

I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....

Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining Peak

Of these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.

.

I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.

Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.

I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.

Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.

I stopped off at Brewtown on my way into town (I kinda zig-zagged across the North Island on my final move down) - but it was a Tuesday when I came through the Hutt, and too early for the places that do open that early in the week for alkies.
I've been considering a weekend trip up there... that's a place that needs some accommodation options... I see they've got a space for motorhomes or other self-contained campers... not sure they'd accept a motorbike with tent tied to it. Maybe I'll look into the public transport option... I've never used Wellington trains, no idea if it's a sensible/reliable/regular option.

My mates wife is dropping us out there but fuck knows how we’re getting back.

If I was still on Tinder I’d swipe some Upper Hutt girls but I’m not allowed to now, damn serious relationship....

[Crucial]

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse

Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.

I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....

Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining Peak

Of these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.

.

I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.

Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.

I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.

Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.

I stopped off at Brewtown on my way into town (I kinda zig-zagged across the North Island on my final move down) - but it was a Tuesday when I came through the Hutt, and too early for the places that do open that early in the week for alkies.
I've been considering a weekend trip up there... that's a place that needs some accommodation options... I see they've got a space for motorhomes or other self-contained campers... not sure they'd accept a motorbike with tent tied to it. Maybe I'll look into the public transport option... I've never used Wellington trains, no idea if it's a sensible/reliable/regular option.

Easy option is train. Little bit slow on a weekend as there aren't any express options running but a short walk from UH station to Brewtown. (Run every 30 mins on a weekend and take 40 minutes). Not bad if you consider it will take 25-30 on your bike.
https://www.metlink.org.nz/assets/Uploads/Route-HVL-MEL-Train-web-June20.pdf

[Kruse]

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.

@Crucial said in Beer thread:

Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse

Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.

I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....

Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining Peak

Of these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.

.

I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.

Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.

I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.

Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.

I stopped off at Brewtown on my way into town (I kinda zig-zagged across the North Island on my final move down) - but it was a Tuesday when I came through the Hutt, and too early for the places that do open that early in the week for alkies.
I've been considering a weekend trip up there... that's a place that needs some accommodation options... I see they've got a space for motorhomes or other self-contained campers... not sure they'd accept a motorbike with tent tied to it. Maybe I'll look into the public transport option... I've never used Wellington trains, no idea if it's a sensible/reliable/regular option.

Easy option is train. Little bit slow on a weekend as there aren't any express options running but a short walk from UH station to Brewtown. (Run every 30 mins on a weekend and take 40 minutes). Not bad if you consider it will take 25-30 on your bike.
https://www.metlink.org.nz/assets/Uploads/Route-HVL-MEL-Train-web-June20.pdf

Sweet, that timetable is heaps better than I expected... I caught a glimpse of the Wairarapa timetable at somebody's house, and just assumed it was indicative of the entire system... ie: shite.

[Crucial]

@Kruse Wairarapa is really only a commuter service so runs about twice a day on the weekend (except when things like Martinborough Wine Fest is on, then it is the vomit express)

[NTA]

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

The Marty brewery is a good spot. Had a few with @NTA there while pointing out that Brad Haddin is a worse person than Hitler. He nodded sagely

I never realised how drunk you were

[NTA]

@mariner4life had another Bent Spoke at a mate's place in Canboring. Tidy.

[NTA]

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot.

You and me both. Discovered it while I was flying solo over there in 2017 and it was a top spot.

[NTA]

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

The Marty brewery is a good spot.

Some top beers there. Nice place marty - the weather was absolutely perfect.

[NTA]

@mariner4life have you tried the Broken Shackles from James Squire? It goes alright.

[Machpants]

@NTA Home town

[NTA]

@Machpants I like the Rapa, generally speaking. Took the fam through there in Jan 2019 but never got enough time to enjoy everything. This is from the visit with @MN5 in 2017

[MN5]

@NTA said in Beer thread:

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

The Marty brewery is a good spot.

Some top beers there. Nice place marty - the weather was absolutely perfect.

Was a nice wee sesh that one. Heading over there to do some vineyards in a month or two.

Fun fact. You can get done for drunk driving if you are over the limit on one of those rental bikes. Niggly.

[MN5]

@NTA said in Beer thread:

@Kruse said in Beer thread:

I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot.

You and me both. Discovered it while I was flying solo over there in 2017 and it was a top spot.

@NTA that photo looks rural. Assuming that was before they moved ?

Other half booked us somewhere else in the naki for dinner but I might grab a feed there next trip which will be in a few weeks.

[MN5]

Off to Hawke’s Bay this weekend, was due to be watching the other half do her marathon which has been cancelled for obvious reasons....we figured we’d go away anyway so any brewery suggestions will be gratefully received.

[NTA]

@MN5 said in Beer thread:

@NTA that photo looks rural. Assuming that was before they moved ?

Yep - this was at the location out of town. Was a mint day for a beer.

And where I bought these little beauties that we had at your parent's joint in the Rapa.