May 2025 NZ Judges’ Box

$89.95 $79.95

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May 2025 NZ Judges’ Box

$89.95 $79.95

-11%

May the froth be with you!

Kia Ora beer friends! Can you believe it’s already May? This month’s seleciton has some fun brews from some of NZ’s top breweries. We’ve got Sunshine’s medal-winning Witbier with some wacky additions, Beers’ peanut butter & chocolate stout and the return of the ever-polarising spicy pickle beer (if you haven’t tried this one, approach it with an open mind – it’s a surprisingly balanced brew).

For the not-so-adventurous, we’ve also selected plenty of straighforward heavy-hitters. Now that the dust has settled, it seems like bitter IPAs are coexisting peacefully with hazies, and both have managed to secure a loyal fanbase, so we’ve made sure to include something for everyone, as well as some sessionable options and new launches. Cheers and enjoy!

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Description

What’s in the box?

1. Baylands – Petone Pale Ale
A classic pale ale with a bright citrusy aroma, balanced by subtle biscuit malt and a crisp, dry finish. Easy drinking with just enough bitterness to keep things interesting.

2. Parrotdog – Raptor APA
Bold and resinous with notes of grapefruit, pine, and caramel malt. This American Pale Ale packs a flavour punch while remaining nicely balanced and highly drinkable.

3. Behemoth – Half Way Down Lager
Light-bodied and clean with soft malt sweetness and a delicate hop finish. Smooth, refreshing, and perfect for when you want a straightforward, no-nonsense beer.

4. Te Aro – Endless Cloud Session Hazy
A fluffy, tropical session hazy full of passionfruit and mango, with a low ABV that invites repeat sips. Hazy in body, light in feel, big on flavour.

5. Panhead – Pickup Hazy IPA
Juicy and full-bodied with bursts of stone fruit, pineapple, and citrus. Soft mouthfeel and a restrained bitterness make this a crowd-pleaser in the hazy category.

6. 8 Wired – Brave Old World Hefeweizen
Traditional German-style wheat beer with aromas of banana, clove, and soft spice. A creamy texture and gentle sweetness make it incredibly smooth and refreshing.

7. Townshend – Blitzgreig WCIPA
A sharp, punchy West Coast IPA with big notes of grapefruit peel, pine resin, and a lingering bitterness. Bold and assertive, this one’s for the hop heads.

8. Bach Brewing – Greats of Froth
A bright and balanced West Coast IPA with a mix of citrus and floral hops over a lean malt backbone. Clean, crisp, and refreshingly bitter.

9. Laughing Bones – Jokers Wild IPA
Hoppy and aromatic with layered tropical fruit, citrus zest, and a hint of herbal bite. Medium bitterness and a smooth finish make this one playful but well-crafted.

10. Garage Project – Spicy Pickle Beer
Zany and undeniably distinctive. Expect notes of gherkin brine, jalapeño, and subtle coriander spice over a tart, Berliner-style base. Like a pickleback cocktail in beer form.

11. Sunshine – Waves of Dawn Belgian Wit
A stunning fusion of guava, raspberry, kawakawa and hibiscus on a Belgian wit base. Fruity, herbal, slightly tart, and silky with delicate spice from the yeast.

12. BEERS by Bacon Bros – Mr Peanut Butter & Chocolate
Rich and dessert-like with roasted peanut aroma, cocoa sweetness, and a creamy stout body. Nutty, chocolatey, and indulgent—like a peanut butter cup in a glass.

 

 

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New releases every month, a mix of 440ml & 330ml – top-notch cracking brews from top NZ breweries. 12 different breweries each month! – The ever-changing lineup each month consists of a range of styles from Hazys, IPAs, Lagers, Dark Beers, Belgian Styles & the occasional Sour Beer. Only the best-tasting beer selected by judges.

Only with Craft Box Direct do you get the best-tasting 12 beers each month, selected by judges. It is a beer festival experience in every Box! Discover New Zealand’s vibrant beer scene by trying micro-breweries and styles not available in stores.

For Corporate Gifts and bulk orders, please contact us at [email protected]. We can arrange delivery to multiple locations.

Go on – fill your fridge!

*Delivery cost of $6.95 + Extra fee if rural of $6.95.
*This Box is a set box. Brewed & packed as fresh as possible. Unfortunately, no changes can be made to the box contents.
*We do our very best to get this selection packed for you, but some beer may be substituted due to unforeseen issues and to make sure we get the delivery out to you in time.

Additional information

Weight 5 kg