LAUNCHING SOON: Luna Genesis 🌙 🚀
Luna® Hazy IPA | 6.9%
@altitudebrewing x @hopproductsaustralia 🇦🇺
[Available from Friday 24th April]
Ignition sequence start ✅
'Luna Genesis' marks the maiden launch of Australia's new Luna® hop - an orbit of luminous haze and cosmic aroma.
Expect waves of ripe melon, strawberry sherbet, and a soft, tropical glow, wrapped in a pillowy, juice-forward body.
This Hazy IPA lifts off with a smooth, low bitterness and finishes with a radiant, lingering haze.
Retro rockets, analog dials and hyperspace ambition - crack a can and drift into flavour space.
Countdown complete ✅
Lift-off achieved 🚀 #nzcraftbeer #queenstown #queenstowncraftbeer #drinklocal #altitudebrewing #hopproductsaustralia #hpa #lunahop
The perfect spot to score some tasty kai from our friends at @thesmokeandpickle and @grubclubqt and wash it down with champion brews straight from the taps 🍻
Open from 12pm, 7 days a week 📆
📸: @neatplaces #nzcraftbeer #queenstown #queenstowncraftbeer #drinklocal #altitudebrewing
NEW: Fresh Tracks 2026 🌿
Fresh Hop Motueka Golden Ale | 4.5%
@altitudebrewing x @garstonhops
[Keg Only Release]
You've all been waiting for it, and TODAY is the day! Pouring right now for Fresh Fest 2026 at Altitude Brewing Tap Room 📍
We celebrate the Hop Harvest every year with a beer made from fresh Garston-grown hops, and this year is no different...
'Fresh Tracks 2026' is a Golden Ale showing beauty in simplicity and balance, held up by a skunky green that is unmistakable in a Fresh Hop brew.
We piled in 100kg of Motueka cones straight off the bines on brew day, followed by mid-ferment dry hop with fresh Nelson Sauvin from Garston.
Fresh Tracks pours a clear pale straw, with mild skunky wet hop aromas and a crisp, clean mouthfeel for a crushable and tasty pint.
Pouring now in the Altitude Brewing Tap Room and other venues around Aotearoa.
#nzcraftbeer #queenstown #queenstowncraftbeer #drinklocal #altitudebrewing #garstonhops #hopharvest #hopharvest26 #motueka #garston #freshhop #freshtracks2026
For the first time in its 30-plus years, the Australian International Beer Awards’ final trophy was claimed by a man wearing hooves, as Mountain Goat brewer Kenny Doyle’s Bract To The Future won Champion Australian Beer.
The Champion Australian Brewery titles went to @piratelifebeer (Large), Hawkesbury Brewing Co (Medium), @kr_brewery (Small), @shackbaybrewing (Nomad), and @frothcraftbunbury (Best New Exhibitor).
There were multiple wins for @altitudebrewing from Queenstown and @hawkersbeer , plus a third Best Media trophy for our own @will_ziebell .
You can find the full list of winners via the link in our bio, with a podcast recorded on the night to follow later today.
UPDATE: Podcast is now live and embedded in the article
Queenstown will mark the earliest-ever start to winter with the launch of Snow Fest, a new two-day celebration held over King’s Birthday Weekend, presented by @coronetpeak and @theremarkables ⛷
We'll all be closing out Snow Fest 2026 the right way - with the first après of the season at the Altitude Brewing Tap Room on Saturday 30th May 🍻
Join us for a well-earned pint, good laughs, and a moment to look ahead to an epic winter on the mountains.
Music, entertainment, and prizes flowing throughout the evening will be the perfect way to wrap the weekend and kickstart the season ahead.
Snow Fest brings a fresh, community-focused take on the much-loved former Queenstown Winter Festival with a stacked lineup of events!
See you there 🤙 #nzcraftbeer #queenstown #queenstowncraftbeer #drinklocal #altitudebrewing #snowfest #snowfest2026 #nzski #remarkables #coronetpeak
Looking back at the photos and still can’t quite believe those conditions… recognise anyone in there?
An epic day out! ❄️🌧️🌬️Wet, wild, and properly wintery from start to finish — we had it all: snow, hail, wind, and relentless rain. The kind of conditions that test you in every way… but also make it unforgettable.
Somehow, through the chaos, the valley still delivered those spectacular views the Routeburn is famous for.
Grateful for the challenge, the scenery, and just being out there in it. Type 2 fun at its finest
The tent is up, the kegs are tapped, the kitchens are ready.... and the GIVEAWAYS have landed 🎁
Here's a look at what you could walk away with during Fresh Fest 2026:
- A one night stay at @kinlochwildernessretreat.nz
- 2 x $300 @snowboardworkshop Vouchers
- 2 x NZ Ski 4-Day Passes - @coronetpeak / @theremarkables / @mthuttnz
- A Snowboard from @nzshred
- @crimsonbadger Gift Bundle
- @altitudebrewing Merch
- @silkyottercinemasqueenstown Vouchers
- @wetjacketwines Wine Tasting Vouchers
- @thesmokeandpickle Food Vouchers
- @grubclubqt Food Vouchers
Massive thanks to all the above businesses for donating these prizes 👏
Join us in celebrating all things fresh hop on Saturday 11th April at the Altitude Brewing Tap Room 📍 #nzcraftbeer #queenstown #queenstowncraftbeer #drinklocal #altitudebrewing #freshhop #freshfest2026
@altitudebrewing x @routeburnclassic x @arcteryxausnz
As co-sponsors of the Routeburn Classic run we've teamed up with outdoor equipment experts, Arc'teryx, for this beautifully crafted 'athletic' pale ale.
Nice and light and lower in ABV, the ultra-refreshing beer goes down super easy.
Launching race weekend 17th April 2026 in Te Anau, Queenstown and Wanaka 📆
#routeburnclassic #routeburntracknz #routeburntrack #routeburn #nzcraftbeer #queenstown #queenstowncraftbeer #drinklocal #altitudebrewing
Kia Ora Queenstown - How are you placed on the evening of April 16th? Please join myself, other Arc’teryx sponsored athletes and Queenstown Underground Run Club for a super easy social run.
Whether you’re gearing up for Routeburn Classic or just keen to connect with the local run crew, all are welcome. We’ll be prioritising community over pace.
Post-run: drinks by Altitude Brewing, light food + giveaways.
6:30pm | Thurs 16 April
Outside Sports Queenstown
Free (registration required) - see the link in my and @arcteryxausnz bio
Headlamp recommended
Bag drop available
See you there!
📷: Brewday with @deyabrewery 🐊🇬🇧
We met Theo, the founder of DEYA, last year at the 2025 harvest and this year Head Brewer Gareth jetted over to hang out amongst the bines.
One of the UK's best, these guys make beautiful beer and are all round good humans - it's our pleasure to host them for a long awaited collaboration.
What's in the tank? A West Coast Pilsner with a cool point of difference; the first ever pelletised harvest of @garstonhops Riwaka.
Stay tuned, this one is going to be a cracker ⏳
More hops from @garstonhops going into our 2026 Fresh Hop brew 🌿
Grab a pint of 'Fresh Tracks 26' at Fresh Fest on Saturday 11th April at the Altitude Brewing Tap Room 📅
#altitudebrewing #newzealandhops #freshhop #garstonhops #queenstown
![LAUNCHING SOON: Luna Genesis Luna® Hazy IPA | 6.9%@altitudebrewing x @hopproductsaustralia [Available from Friday 24th April]Ignition sequence start 'Luna Genesis' marks the maiden launch of Australia's new Luna® hop - an orbit of luminous haze and cosmic aroma.Expect waves of ripe melon, strawberry sherbet, and a soft, tropical glow, wrapped in a pillowy, juice-forward body.This Hazy IPA lifts off with a smooth, low bitterness and finishes with a radiant, lingering haze.Retro rockets, analog dials and hyperspace ambition - crack a can and drift into flavour space.Countdown complete Lift-off achieved #nzcraftbeer #queenstown #queenstowncraftbeer #drinklocal #altitudebrewing #hopproductsaustralia #hpa #lunahop](https://sp1.picnob.com/p/pt_6739274318282667722538_0_69ba68f0dafd94194b3939881fef55a4.jpg?o=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&h=1602e3711efac6eaef68f671860f9fe2)
![NEW: Fresh Tracks 2026 Fresh Hop Motueka Golden Ale | 4.5%@altitudebrewing x @garstonhops[Keg Only Release]You've all been waiting for it, and TODAY is the day! Pouring right now for Fresh Fest 2026 at Altitude Brewing Tap Room We celebrate the Hop Harvest every year with a beer made from fresh Garston-grown hops, and this year is no different...'Fresh Tracks 2026' is a Golden Ale showing beauty in simplicity and balance, held up by a skunky green that is unmistakable in a Fresh Hop brew.We piled in 100kg of Motueka cones straight off the bines on brew day, followed by mid-ferment dry hop with fresh Nelson Sauvin from Garston.Fresh Tracks pours a clear pale straw, with mild skunky wet hop aromas and a crisp, clean mouthfeel for a crushable and tasty pint.Pouring now in the Altitude Brewing Tap Room and other venues around Aotearoa.#nzcraftbeer #queenstown #queenstowncraftbeer #drinklocal #altitudebrewing #garstonhops #hopharvest #hopharvest26 #motueka #garston #freshhop #freshtracks2026](https://sp1.picnob.com/p/pt_6747701972266249115637_0_0b3e109926770ec52dcefd5318dc301f.jpg?o=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&h=0ee626230b72ffceda8c3c9cbe55ceb1)
