NZ Craft Beer Essentials

$59.95

New Zealand Craft Beer Starter Box - 12 different kiwi beers from all the top breweries + tasting notes guide boojklet

NZ Craft Beer Essentials

Name: NZ Craft Beer Essentials
SKU: CBD0101-Starter-1
Price: 59.95 NZD
Availability: InStock

$59.95

Your guided introduction to New Zealand craft beer.

Meet the perfect box for anyone ready to take their tasting a little more seriously. The NZ Craft Beer Essentials Box brings together twelve standout beers from independent breweries across the country, chosen to showcase the range and quality of New Zealand brewing. From crisp pilsners to juicy hazies and dark, malty styles, this box covers the full spectrum of flavour. Inside you’ll also find a Craft Beer Tasting Guide and a Tasting Notes Notepad — created to help you taste, learn, and record your impressions like a beer judge.

Curated by beer judges – BJCP-certified experts handpick every beer for quality and style.
Explore a variety of styles – From hazy ales to lagers, sours, and stouts, experience New Zealand’s craft beer diversity.
Everything you need for tasting – Introductory guide and notepad included
Perfect for gifting – Share the love of craft beer with friends, family, or yourself!

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SKU: CBD0101-Starter-1 Categories: Judges' Selection - monthly, Bach Brewing, Behemoth Brewing Company, Craft Box Direct, Garage Project, Good George, Judges Club, Low / Non Alcoholic, Our Exclusive Selections, Parrotdog Brewery, SALE, Sale & Specials, Sawmill Brewery, Special Gifts, Urbanaut Tags: IPA, Judges' Choice, Lager, Non Alcoholic, NZ Pale Ale, Pale Ale, Pilsner

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What’s inside

12 curated New Zealand beers, covering a range of styles. A mix of light, hoppy, malty, and dark beers for a full tasting journey
Exclusive Craft Beer Tasting Guide booklet to walk you through the essentials: what goes into a pint, how to taste beer step by step, and background on each style in the box. It’s written for real people, not beer nerds — approachable, practical, and designed to build your palate as you go. The notepad is where you make it your own: write down what you notice, what you loved, and which beers surprised you. By the end, you’ll have your own tasting log and a better understanding of what you like to drink.
Reusable Tasting Notes Notepad for you to keep track of your own thoughts and notes.

The beers

A balanced lineup designed to introduce the main beer families and styles you’ll encounter in New Zealand craft brewing:

Black Sands Pilsner (NZ Pilsner, 5.0%) – Clean, crisp, and refreshing with citrusy hops.
McLeod’s Northern Light (Vienna Lager, 2.3%) – Smooth and malty with gentle caramel notes.
Sawmill The Doctor (Doppelbock, 6.5%) – Rich, dark, and warming with dried fruit depth.
Good George Deckchair (Hazy Pale Ale, 5.0%) – Juicy and soft with a tropical aroma.
Parrotdog Raptor (American Pale Ale, 5.7%) – Piney, resinous, and boldly bitter.
Mount Mermaid’s Mirth (American Pale Ale, 6.0%) – Bright and zesty with citrus hop bite.
Urbanaut Atlanta (Bright IPA, 4.0%) – Fruity, lively, and dry on the finish.
Altitude Mischievous Kea (American IPA, 5.5%) – Balanced caramel malt and sturdy hops.
Behemoth Haze Juice (Hazy IPA, 5.0%) – Creamy, peachy, and lush with soft bitterness.
Garage Project Swifty (Blonde Ale, 4.2%) – Bready, crisp, and easy-drinking.
Sunshine Lo-Fi Raspberry (Fruited Sour, 2.5%) – Gently tart, soft, and fruity.
8 Wired Gisborne Black (Milk Stout, 4.5%) – Smooth, roasty, and comforting with coffee-cream notes.

This box gives you everything you need to start tasting with confidence and enjoy the wonderful world of craft!

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Weight	5 kg