HALLERTAU

Stephen and Hayley Plowman named their brand in tribute to the Bavarian Hallertau region famed for its hops, but at that point, proudly bearing their Riverhead roots and a well-honed sense of humour, they veer off into exuberant Westie mode via their fearlessly unique, smartly-executed brews.

Staunch believers in purity of expression, the beer styles are about generous aromas, vibrant flavours and enriching characters, meticulously hand-brewed from the purest natural ingredients, with all of the Hallertau models lovingly championed regardless of their commercial viability. Their beers are best enjoyed well-chilled rather than icy-cold, so as to fully appreciate the depth of their flavours.

A home brewing geologist who turned his passion into his profession after undertaking a brewing course at Australia's Margaret River. Steve's aim is to make New Zealand beers with their own local brewing style taking interpretation from the best of international styles and flavours.

"I'm a fanatic, not a purist, and simply put, that means I'm all about throwing convention out the window to get the best product!"

The vision is to "make the best craft beer in the country!"