Buy New Zealand Beer Online in NZ

The big names are all here: DB Export, Lion Red, Speight's, Steinlager, Monteith's and Mac's. You'll also find long-standing labels such as Lion Brown and Ranfurly Draught.

Styles of New Zealand Beer

  • New Zealand lager: crisp, golden and clean.
  • New Zealand draught: amber, malty and lightly hopped.
  • Dark beer: deeper malt flavour with caramel and roasted notes.
  • Radler: lager blended with citrus for a zesty drop.

For hop-forward local brewing, see craft beer, or try a lighter low carb beer.

How to Choose New Zealand Beer

Prefer something malty and familiar? Lion Red and Speight's Gold Medal Ale are classic amber draughts. For a crisp lager, DB Export Gold is a reliable choice. Darker beer fans can try Monteith's Black, while Monteith's Radler adds a citrus lift.

New Zealand Beer FAQs

What is New Zealand draught beer?

New Zealand draught is an amber beer with a malty, lightly sweet flavour and gentle hop bitterness. Despite the name, it is sold in bottles and cans as well as on tap, and it is usually served cold. Lion Red and Speight's Gold Medal Ale are well-known examples.

What are the classic New Zealand beers?

Classic New Zealand beers include Steinlager, DB Export, Lion Red, Lion Brown, Speight's and Monteith's. Most are lagers or amber draughts that have been brewed here for decades. Speight's has its roots in Dunedin and Monteith's in Greymouth.

What is a radler?

A radler is beer mixed with lemonade or citrus juice, giving a lighter, fruity and refreshing drink. The style comes from Germany, where the name means cyclist. Monteith's Radler is a New Zealand take on the style, blending lager with lemon and lime.

What food goes with New Zealand beer?

New Zealand lagers and amber draughts suit classic Kiwi food. Try a crisp lager with fish and chips or a barbecue, and a malty draught with meat pies, roast lamb or burgers. Dark beers match slow-cooked meats.