April 2026 NZ Judges’ Box

$84.95

April 2026 NZ Judges’ Box

$84.95

The Hoppy Season is Upon Us

Fresh hop season always brings a different kind of energy. It’s a short window where breweries work with hops at their most vibrant, and you can taste that immediacy in the glass — greener, brighter, and a little less polished in the best way. This box leans into that, with a mix of fresh hop expressions alongside a wave of new releases that show where things are sitting right now. There’s plenty of hop character to explore, from hazy and juicy through to more classic West Coast profiles, all built around that sense of freshness.

Alongside the hops, there’s a bit of range to keep things grounded. A couple of clean, easy lagers offer a reset between bigger beers, while a Russian imperial stout brings some weight and depth when you feel like slowing things down. Special mention to Hallertau’s Big Belgian Fresh Hop — a beer that takes the season in a different direction, stepping away from the usual IPA or pilsner route and doing something a little more unexpected. It all comes together as a snapshot of the season: fresh, varied, and full of character.

Description

What’s in the box?

Sunshine — Russian Imperial Stout
Big and full-bodied, with deep roast, chocolate, and coffee notes. Rich, warming, and built for slow sipping.

Parrotdog — Fresh Hop Pilsner
Crisp and clean with a fresh green hop character layered over a classic pilsner base.

8 Wired — Hazewired NZIPA
Soft and juicy with expressive New Zealand hops bringing tropical fruit and a smooth, hazy finish.

Behemoth — Nelsonian Rhapzody (West Coast IPA)
Bright and assertive, showcasing Nelson hops with citrus, pine, and a firm, clean bitterness.

Garage Project — Resin Head
Bold and resinous with a classic hop profile, leaning into pine, citrus, and a solid bitter backbone.

Hallertau — Fresh Hop Big Belgian
A different take on fresh hop season, combining bright hop character with a fuller, Belgian-style base.

Beers by Bacon Bros — The Wizard Hazy Pale Ale
Fruity and approachable, with soft haze and a balanced, easy-drinking profile.

Sawmill — Ultra Low Carb Lager
Light, crisp, and refreshing, keeping things clean and simple without losing drinkability.

Good George — Social League Low Carb Hazy
Lean but still expressive, delivering light tropical hop character in a low-carb, easy format.

Urbanaut — Kingsland Pilsner
Clean and balanced with a refreshing finish, offering subtle hop character and crisp drinkability.

Epic — Stout
Smooth and roasty with notes of coffee and chocolate, balanced and easy to enjoy.

Mount Brewing — Crazy Hazy Daze Hazy IPA
Juicy and vibrant, packed with tropical fruit and a soft, rounded mouthfeel.

*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

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