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ON WAIHEKE
WHAT WE DO
Founded in 2016, Alibi is a 12-hectoliter, New Zealand-fabricated CLE microbrewery housed beneath the ever-beautiful Tantalus Estate. Every batch is brewed onsite with a focus on quality, craftsmanship, and a deep appreciation for the art of brewing.
Set in the heart of Onetangi Valley, our brewery is a place where innovation meets tradition. Whether you’re exploring the various pints on offer in the Brewer’s Lounge or soaking up the vineyard views in our beer garden, Alibi is all about bringing people together over great beer, good food, and genuine hospitality.
WHO WE ARE
Alibi is a small, family owned brewery built on a shared obsession with beer.
Nothing here is handed down. Ideas come from a collective, from label concepts through to what ends up in the glass. It’s all connected, shaped as a team.
We’re not here to overcomplicate it. We focus on balance, drinkability, and beers people actually want to drink.
Our Head Brewer, Kye, was raised in Tākaka at the top of the South Island, with hop country on his doorstep. He started out in winemaking in Marlborough before moving into brewing, refining his craft alongside some of New Zealand’s most respected breweries.
His approach is grounded and precise, shaped by both disciplines. Balance comes first. Clean, well built beers that let the ingredients do the talking, and that approach carries through everything we brew.
Every beer starts the same way, a conversation, and ends when everyone’s happy to put the Alibi name on it.
The Brewer's
Lounge
Step into the Alibi Brewer’s Lounge, a moody, speakeasy-style hideaway offering a glimpse into our brewery. Whether you’re a thirsty local or a wandering traveler, you’ll find a warm welcome and a menu to match.
Out in the beer garden, soak in sweeping vineyard views with a pint in hand. Our all-weather courtyard is designed for every season—infrared heaters keep things cozy in winter, while retractable blinds open up to the summer breeze.
No matter the time of year, Alibi is your go-to spot for good times, great beer, and genuine vibes.
OPENING HOURS
We are open daily
11am – 8pm
We welcome walk-ins—no booking required. Looking to host a private event? Get in touch! Email us at info@alibibrewing.co.nz for more details.
