Rogue Wave 330ml 4 Pack Cans

Rising from the depths is a Rogue Wave, our new core-range IPA.  Like our previous IPA, the inspiration comes from tradition, but, we have used Gladfield Supernova in place of Crystal Malt.  The grain bill offers colour and depth without too much sweetness.  A trio of Aussies hops, Galaxy, Eclipse and Vic Secret lay down layers of pine, tangerine, papaya and melon.  A lingering but unoffensive bitterness makes it an easy choice for a session.

ABV: 6%

Pipe Dream Low Carb Pilsner 330ml 6 Pack

Craving a light, refreshing pilsner without the extra carbs? Look no further. This NZ Pilsner brings the bold flavors of New Zealand’s finest hops—Motueka and Riwaka—delivering notes of lychee, passionfruit, jasmine, and a burst of citrus with hints of lemon and lime. Crafted with a generous amount of rice for a crisp, cracker-like finish, this beer has all the flavor, without the guilt. Enjoy a couple more without compromise, perfect for your next session.

Tasting Notes:

• Hops: Motueka & Riwaka
• Aroma: Lychee, passionfruit, jasmine
• Flavor: Citrus, lemon/lime, and a unique New Zealand terroir
• Finish: Crisp and dry, with a light, cracker-like base.

ABV: 4%

NEW RELEASE Crushers WCIPA 440ml

The latest edition to our all-IPA Surf Series. This Taranaki beach break is great with any sized swell. Similarly, this beer is searching for the Goldilocks zone between stripped back malt bills of new age IPA and its older self, without the use of crystal malts. New Zealand Nectaron and American hops Citra and Simcoe provide the usual suspects of pine, citrus and passionfruit. Crack one open and help us bring back clear beer and enjoy another Westie from the East Cape.

ABV: 6.5%

NEW RELEASE – Sunrise 08 440ml

Sunrise Series 08 Hazy Pale Ale 5% 440ml

The newest version of our hazy pale ale series is filled to the brim with Citra and Cryo Mosaic hops. Expect waves of citrus fruits and floral undertows. These two hops are the cornerstones of IPA, whether hazy or not. A nostalgic duo, like Bert and Ernie, whose colours seem perfect for the synaesthetic few.

ABV: 5%

Full Barrel Ale was brewed as a collaboration with Pōkeno Whisky. This higher-octane 7% Scottish Export Ale was aged in ex-Pōkeno barrels for 7 months and rested in stainless for another 3. The barrels were sent back to Pōkeno to have one of their whisky’s aged and impart the flavours of the beer. The beer shows aromatics of cinnamon, brown sugar and Boerenjongens(Dutch brandied raisins) mix with the esters of whisky. Whilst the flavours of vanilla, caramel and butterscotch enjoy a soft warming heat on the palate. Drink this beer now, cellar for a special occasion, or maybe enjoy as a boiler maker with the co-lab whisky.

NEW RELEASE!!! Sonic the Hophog WCIPA 440ml

Our entry for the 2024 Malthouse West Coast IPA Challenge “Sonic the Hophog”.  One of the most iconic video games, we can still remember the sound of it booting up on Sega Genesis.  Nostalgic, yes, timeless, we reckon.  The games and movies continue over 30 years after its original release, much like us @Sunshine Brewery.  After 35 years in the industry, we give credence to the balance between the old and the new, and this beer is no different.  A traditional WCIPA malt base with Simcoe, Cryo Mosaic and a new hop from Montana named Ahhroma.   Let out a gleeful sigh with every sip.

ABV:6.5%

NEW RELEASE – NZIPA 2024 Winner Best Packaged Beer Smith’s NZIPA Challenge

After taking out 1st place in the Packaged Beer category and 3^rd place overall at Smith’s NZIPA Challenge we present this year’s entry NZIPA 2024 . We’ve taken inspiration from the nouveau Westy IPA styles of the US. A simple and light pilsner malt base layered with these three New Zealand hops Southern Cross, Wai-iti and Nectaron, we find flavours of pine, lemon citrus and stone fruits. An attempt to see where simplicity might intersect intrigue.

ABV: 6.5%

NEW RELEASE – Sunrise 07 Celebrating International Womens Day – Pink Boots Colab.

Sunrise Series, 07 Hazy Pale Ale Pink Boots Co-lab. Who runs the world!… Sunshine Brewery has paired up with Pink Boots for International Women’s Day. The 7th annual YCH hop blend includes Idaho 7, Ahtanum, El Dorado and HBC638 bringing hits of berry, tropical and stone fruit. Brewed by our two rising young brewers, Nona and Marion, we are sure this will be a banger.

ABV: 5%

NEW RELEASE – Schwarzbier German Dark Lager

Another drop in our Lager House Series. A classic German lager style, using a heavy dose of Munich malt for lovely melanoidins and fermented with Franconian Lager yeast. Bready, light roast, chocolate, and caramel flavours exude from this malty beverage, which is inherently more drinkable than a traditional dark ale.

ABV: 5%

Gisborne Black

The black sheep of the Sunshine family, this luscious milk stout is a smooth, velvety blend of chocolate, coffee and vanilla with roasted malt. Rich but balanced, this is a brew that demands to be savoured.

ABV: 4.5%

It’s farmhouse season for all of us at Sunshine Brewery again! We’ve produced another French ale with the help of our local fig growers, Rose Cottage. Half the figs were thrown in fresh at the whirlpool, whilst the other half were used to make a Belgian candi syrup. This malty beverage has layers of farm fresh strawberries, toffee, burnt sugar, and fig jam. This beer can be enjoyed fresh or laid down for a bit of cellaring, enjoyed best around a warming fire.

ABV: 6%

A hybrid-style brew some also call Mountain IPA. This natural pale ale blends the unfiltered look with tropical fruits and a touch of bitterness. This session beer shows a touch of pine, with candied orange and burnt orange pith. Whatever it’s called, you can enjoy a few guilt free with the lower ABV.

ABV: 4.2%

At Sunshine summer never ends. Using Azacca hops, named after the Haitian god of agriculture, this juicy pale ale provides warm orange hues and tropical stone fruit aromas of peach and passionfruit. Satisfy your eyes and tastebuds thanks to the late mango puree addition to the beer. Enjoy these last rays of sunny days in your glass.

The latest addition to our Eclipse Series.  As we look forward to the autumnal and winter months, we always have some darker seasonals on the horizon.  With our love of wheat beers and their drinkability a Dunkel was always on the horizon.  Classic esters and phenolics of banana and clove add to hints of toffee, chocolate and spice.  Heavy carbonation plays a large role in this style and how effortless it is to have another.  Prost!

ABV: 5.5%