Black Sands Brewing (NZ)

IPA

IPA - Other

A classic, hop-driven, West Coast style India Pale Ale featuring US and NZ hops

A classic, hop-driven, West Coast style India Pale Ale featuring US and NZ hops Read Less

Pilsner

Pilsner - German

Brewed with soft Waitakere water, NZ pilsner malt and Motueka hops, then fermented with a classic Bavarian lager yeast, this pilsner offers firm bitterness… Read More

Brewed with soft Waitakere water, NZ pilsner malt and Motueka hops, then fermented with a classic Bavarian lager yeast, this pilsner offers firm bitterness up front, followed by the lemon/lime character of the hops, leading through to a refreshingly dry finish. Read Less

NZPA

Pale Ale - New Zealand

A combination of pale and crystal malts sets the base for this moderately hopped all New Zealand pale ale. On top of which are layered a selection of… Read More

A combination of pale and crystal malts sets the base for this moderately hopped all New Zealand pale ale. On top of which are layered a selection of our finest local hops to provide the classic citrus aromas as well as marmalade, gooseberry and pine. Carefully balanced and astonishingly sessionable. Read Less

APA

Pale Ale - American

A blend of pale ale and crystal malts, combined with generous quantities of choice kiwi and US hops provide dominant citrus and pine flavours, underpinned… Read More

A blend of pale ale and crystal malts, combined with generous quantities of choice kiwi and US hops provide dominant citrus and pine flavours, underpinned by more delicate floral and stonefruit aromas. Read Less

Hazy IPA

IPA - New England / Hazy

New England style IPA with low bitterness, a beautiful haze and high levels of tropical fruit and citrus flavours.

New England style IPA with low bitterness, a beautiful haze and high levels of tropical fruit and citrus flavours. Read Less

Pacific

Pale Ale - New Zealand

A refreshing, highly drinkable pale ale with a bright citrus character

A refreshing, highly drinkable pale ale with a bright citrus character Read Less

Stout

Stout - American

A roasty and bitter dark stout with a restrained hop character

A roasty and bitter dark stout with a restrained hop character Read Less

Nimbus

Pale Ale - New England / Hazy

High up in the clouds, situated at the axis of existence, the great Nimbus sits meditating for all of time. The all-pervading wise sage overlooks humanity… Read More

High up in the clouds, situated at the axis of existence, the great Nimbus sits meditating for all of time. The all-pervading wise sage overlooks humanity with indifference and slowly sips an ice-cold Hazy Pale Ale.

Despite his omniscience, Nimbus is a pretty chill dude and is totally lax about you drinking his sacred sacrament. It’s light and fluffy like a cloud but packed with a hoppy and tropical fruit ichor. Truly a drink of the gods!
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Wolverine

IPA - Imperial / Double

Our compulsion to go bigger lead to this Double IPA. It is packed full of big name stars; Citra, Simcoe and Nelson Sauvin to name a few. Ultra aggressively… Read More

Our compulsion to go bigger lead to this Double IPA. It is packed full of big name stars; Citra, Simcoe and Nelson Sauvin to name a few. Ultra aggressively hopped and formidably strong, Wolverine is a loyal friend - just show it the respect it deserves or you may live to regret it Read Less

FRESH HOP '23: Free Throw

IPA - New Zealand

This year we've gone for a revamp of our favourite style as always, a West Coast IPA brewed with a pilsner malt base in order to let the fresh hop character… Read More

This year we've gone for a revamp of our favourite style as always, a West Coast IPA brewed with a pilsner malt base in order to let the fresh hop character of Nectaron sing through and shine!

'Free Throw' is inspired by our brewery's favourite emo band to listen to at work! Read Less

Browns Bay Tea Party

Spiced / Herbed Beer

Rooibos Pale Ale. Black Sands Rooibos Pale Ale is made from the finest New Zealand malted barley, selected American and Kiwi hops and South Africa’s famous… Read More

Rooibos Pale Ale.

Black Sands Rooibos Pale Ale is made from the finest New Zealand malted barley, selected American and Kiwi hops and South Africa’s famous Rooibos Tea. Rooibos tea is found only on the slopes of the Cedarberg Mountains in the Western Cape and delivers a delicious full-bodied nutty flavour. It is reputed to have many health benefits but we make no such claims. Instead, we assert that this is a beer like no other; delicious, interesting and surprisingly sessionable. Perfect for drinking in Browns Bay or anywhere else fine and unusual ales are appreciate.
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FORBIDDEN: Black Rice Lager

Lager - Japanese Rice

Occasionally dubbed “The Emperor’s Rice” or “Forbidden Rice”, this grain was reserved for only the richest of the aristocracy according to oral history.… Read More

Occasionally dubbed “The Emperor’s Rice” or “Forbidden Rice”, this grain was reserved for only the richest of the aristocracy according to oral history.
Japanese researchers have analysed Black Rice and found that not only is it full of vitamin E – which boosts your immune system and supports skin and eye health – but it also has high traces of anthocyanin, which has anti-cancer properties.

While we aren’t doctors, that’s all we need to hear to raise a glass and proclaim a toast to good health and to you!

FORBIDDEN is Black Rice Lager meticulously handcrafted by Black Sands Brewing. A clean and crisp rice lager with a slight toasty roast malt character. Read Less

Hazzy Hunter

IPA - Milkshake

We've joined forces with our mate Hazzy to brew the best damn hazy this side of the galaxy. We've downloaded all the hazy knowledge that Josh has collected… Read More

We've joined forces with our mate Hazzy to brew the best damn hazy this side of the galaxy. We've downloaded all the hazy knowledge that Josh has collected over the years and condensed it into his very own perfect recipe. Read Less

Corrido - Mango, Chilli & Lime Sour

Sour - Fruited

¡A Huevo! Juicy, sweet mango sprinkled with Chilli, salt and lime juice - the perfect Mexican street food. "Mango con chile y lime" inspired this unique… Read More

¡A Huevo!
Juicy, sweet mango sprinkled with Chilli, salt and lime juice - the perfect Mexican street food. "Mango con chile y lime" inspired this unique summery sour. Read Less

Latest Squeeze - Mango

IPA - New England / Hazy

A hazy IPA filled to the brim with real mangoes and liberally hopped with Amarillo, Zythos & Centennial.

A hazy IPA filled to the brim with real mangoes and liberally hopped with Amarillo, Zythos & Centennial. Read Less

Lager

Lager - Helles

This handcrafted lager combines the distinctive lemon aroma of New Zealand grown Southern Cross hops with a rich, golden malt backbone. Its clean refreshing… Read More

This handcrafted lager combines the distinctive lemon aroma of New Zealand grown Southern Cross hops with a rich, golden malt backbone. Its clean refreshing taste and restrained hop character creates a highly drinkable, balanced beer with a soft, dry finish. Perfect for any occasion. Read Less

Livin' the Dream - 10th Anniversary

IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy

Here at Black Sands Brewing we like to act now, and think later. We're all about living in the moment and that's just what we want to celebrate. So please… Read More

Here at Black Sands Brewing we like to act now, and think later. We're all about living in the moment and that's just what we want to celebrate. So please don't cellar this Anniversary beer, enjoy it now! Cheers to 10 years of dreams coming true. Read Less

“Go West My Friend” WCIPA

IPA - American

Ah, the old West Coast IPA, timeless and bold. A throwback to simpler times long ago, like 2015 sort of time. Big hops, no haze, a solid bitterness and… Read More

Ah, the old West Coast IPA, timeless and bold. A throwback to simpler times long ago, like 2015 sort of time.
Big hops, no haze, a solid bitterness and an all-star lineup of citrus and pine dominant hops from the USA and New Zealand. Read Less

Latest Squeeze - Feijoa Hazy IPA

IPA - Fruited

Combining two staples of Kiwi summer in one beer! This IPA was brewed with Riwaka hops and locally grown feijoas for a taste of summer, whatever the weather... Read More

Combining two staples of Kiwi summer in one beer! This IPA was brewed with Riwaka hops and locally grown feijoas for a taste of summer, whatever the weather... Read Less

Mango & Blueberry Sour

Sour - Fruited

A tart, refreshing sour ale bursting with mangoes and blueberries. Kettle soured with Lactobacillus plantarum and fermented with a clean American ale… Read More

A tart, refreshing sour ale bursting with mangoes and blueberries. Kettle soured with Lactobacillus plantarum and fermented with a clean American ale yeast. Read Less

Mad Muzz

IPA - Red

From Piha to Avondale, from Westgate to Cornwallis! This delectable Red IPA balances a rich caramel malt base with the finest of NZ-grown hops for a bitter… Read More

From Piha to Avondale, from Westgate to Cornwallis!
This delectable Red IPA balances a rich caramel malt base with the finest of NZ-grown hops for a bitter citrus finish.
Dedicated to the sophisticated bogan in all of us. Read Less

In Fair Verona

Sour - Fruited

A decadent Sour Ale brewed with Sweet Cherries and Pomegranate, like the famous two star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, you'll be dying to get your… Read More

A decadent Sour Ale brewed with Sweet Cherries and Pomegranate, like the famous two star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, you'll be dying to get your hands on a pint of this romantical sour/sweet goodness. Read Less

Latest Squeeze - Peach

IPA - Other

Our Hazy Peach IPA is packed full of Amarillo hops and fresh Hawkes Bay Peaches, which provides a giant dose of juicy peachiness that even James would… Read More

Our Hazy Peach IPA is packed full of Amarillo hops and fresh Hawkes Bay Peaches, which provides a giant dose of juicy peachiness that even James would envy!

The Latest Squeeze is part of a series of freshly fruited hazy IPAs meticulously handcrafted by Black Sands Brewing. We've done Mango, Pineapple, Raspberry and now PEACH! Read Less

Tomo-Hawk

IPA - American

A collaboration with Vultures' Nano Brewing, this Single Hop West Coast IPA was brewed with good old fashioned CTZ! "CTZ" stands for Columbus, Tomahawk,… Read More

A collaboration with Vultures' Nano Brewing, this Single Hop West Coast IPA was brewed with good old fashioned CTZ! "CTZ" stands for Columbus, Tomahawk, and Zeus. Brewed to honour our good mate Tomo for his 10 years of service at Vultures' Lane. Give that man a pay rise! Read Less

Monkeys In My Brain

IPA - Brut

Look behind you, a Three-Headed Monkey! An unusual creature, thats for sure… bone dry, boozy and piney, with notes of stonefruit.

Look behind you, a Three-Headed Monkey!

An unusual creature, thats for sure… bone dry, boozy and piney, with notes of stonefruit.

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