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BOUTIQUE BEER TASTINGS AND TOURS
The ultimate event for anyone who has ever enjoyed a glass of beer!Wild About Wellington offers a unique experience to visitors to Wellington, and locals alike; a chance to savour boutique beer from small breweries alongside a beer expert.
This is one of our most popular experiences, and one not to be missed!
Let of our beer experts take you on journey of tastes as you experience the best in boutique beer or craft beer. Excellent food is served at our tastings and we receive nothing but the highest praise for our tastings and tour events.
"He proves to be a convivial and informative host, and an expert on all things hoppy. He deftly guides us through the potentially daunting options. The appley pork perfectly complements the citrus flavours of the Belgium-style Tuatara Ardennes...""Glasses and tapas come and go as we sip and sample. In between dishes we examine roasted barley, hops and other interesting items Neil has brought along..."
An excerpt from Inspire magazine
Boutique Beer Tastings
- For Individuals or CouplesExperience an exclusive tasting alongside a beer expert at one of Wellington's best bars. Your host will take you through the myriad of beer flavours while delicious food is served. Tasting notes are included to assist you on the journey.
This tasting is one hour in duration, with the services of our beer expert reserved for you exclusively.
We are able to provide this tasting at any time of the day (subject to availability), which makes it a perfect brunch, lunch or early evening event.
Boutique Beer Tastings for Large Groups
For large groups, a hosted beer tasting is the perfect team event. See our Conferences, Events and Celebrations page for more details.
Neil
Miller
Our leading beer expert
David
and Neil enjoy a private beer tasting
Photos on this page: Tanja Dove
Our small group tours now overnight in Wellington so as to show the cultural aspect of living in NZ - as a balance to all the activity.
Wellington culture is traditionally held up as the cafe scene and Te Papa - with the Cable car if you have the time. Wild About Wellington provide an awesome beer tasting experience that is a true addition to Kiwi Culture and warrants an inclusion in any itinerary. The madly passionate Jennifer Looman provides equally passionate beer experts who provide an insightful and humorous insight into part of our culture which is varied, informative and entertaining. The experience sets up the rest of the evening and leaves our clients believing they have just had one of those special personal interactions that everyone seeks to provide the brag factor when they get home. Go Wild - about Wellington!
Geoff Gabites - Director of Adventure South www.advsouth.co.nz
Beer Tours For Four or More
If you and your friends would like the perfect night out then why not a Boutique Beer Tasting Tour of Wellington city?
Like the Boutique Beer Tastings, the tour is hosted by our beer expert and takes you on a walking tour of the city taking in a working brewery and a selection of our favourite bars.
Sample magnificent beer alongside great food. In fact, we provide professionally matched food to our choice of beer at some venues.
"The appley pork perfectly complements the citrus flavours of the Belgium-style Tuatara Ardennes..." - Inspire Magazine
Over the three hours you will experience a wide array of beer types, in a number of venues. The large majority of the beer served comes from small New Zealand breweries spread throughout the country. However, all beer provided comes with history, production information and a myriad of stories.
Minimum of 4 guests, maximum of 10 guests.
For large groups of more than 10, a hosted beer tasting is the perfect event. See our Conferences, Events and Celebrations page for more details.
Tour Times
Tours can be requested for the following times:
Sunday - Thursday
5.30pm - 8.30pmMonday - Sunday
11am - 2pmTours begin at the entrance to Te Papa Museum on Cable Street.
Note: It is recommended that you do not drive after the Boutique Beer Tasting Tour, thank you.
Pricing and Details
(quoted in New Zealand dollars)- Boutique Beer Tasting (one hour) for individuals and couples. Includes all beer, food, tasting notes, beer expert and fascinating commentary:
Individual $190, Couple $225
(valid until 30.9.11)- Boutique Beer Tasting Tour (three hours) for groups of four or more. Includes all beer, food, tasting notes, beer expert and fascinating commentary:
$180 per person
(valid until 30.9.11)- all tastings and tours are restricted to 18 years and over. ID may be requested.
- payment is made by cash or credit card (Visa or Mastercard) on the day of the tour
- boutique beer tasting tours include walking in downtown Wellington, so please dress for the weather on the day
- cancellations to bookings must be received by our office at least 12 hours in advance
- ready to book? Fill in the booking form below
Booking Form - Boutique Beer Tasting Tour
Beer drinkers have been duped by mass marketing into the belief that it makes sense to drink only one brand of beer. In truth, brand loyalty in beer makes no more sense than 'vegetable loyalty' in food. Can you imagine it? "No thanks, I'll pass on the mashed potatoes, carrots, bread and roast beef. Me, I'm strictly a broccoli man."Stephen Beaumont (What I've Learned About Beer - January 2002)