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Discover the craft breweries of Nelson Tasman

Nelson Tasman’s craft breweries offer a taste of the region’s brewing excellence, with innovative flavours and locally grown hops. Raise a glass and experience the heart of New Zealand’s craft beer scene.

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Welcome to New Zealand's craft brewing capital.

While we might legitimately claim to be New Zealand’s craft brewing capital, it’s easier to direct you to range of simply superb craft brewers, many of whom are household names around here - like Sprig & Fern in Richmond, McCashins and Eddyline in Stoke, The Mussel Inn in Onekaka, Hop Federation in Riwaka, Townsend in Motueka, and the Flavourtorium at The Free House Pub in Nelson City.

Not restricted to using local hops, but clearly in awe of the quality and variety of locally grown and exported hop varietals, our brewers pump out beers of every kind, often with intriguing local and seasonal twists.

Breweries in the region

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Golden Bear Brewing Company

Golden Bear Brewing Co., located at the historic Mapua Wharf, is a craft brewery and restaurant offering award-winning brews and a fresh new menu featuring LA-inspired Mexican food.
 
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McCashin's Brewery

McCashin's Brewery, located in Stoke, New Zealand, is a pioneering craft brewery founded in 1981 by Terry McCashin.
 
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Eddyline Brewery Taproom & Taqueria

Eddyline Brewery Taproom & Taqueria offers an intimate and casual setting where patrons can enjoy a variety of beers and authentic New Mexican cuisine.
 
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The Free House Pub

The Free House Pub is a spot for locals and visitors alike to enjoy a multitude of rotating craft beers from around New Zealand.
 
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Hop Federation Taproom

Located next to the iconic Riwaka Hotel, our taproom is still in the middle of hop-growing country. It is down the road from the Abel Tasman National Park and a quick pedal away from some epic mountain biking trails. It's also just a one-minute detour from the Great Taste Cycle Trail.
 
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Sprig + Fern Brewing Co.

Sprig + Fern Brewing Co. is an acclaimed brewery in the Tasman district of New Zealand. At our base on Beach Road, Richmond, we sell a wide range of cans, bottles, and riggers—plus merchandise if you're looking for a souvenir.
 

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