We are building Ōtautahi's wildest new brewery and taproom.
The space is being handcrafted within an old glass manufacturing building in the Sydenham industrial area. We are going with a 'built not bought' vibe where the space represents the materials and feel of a real working brew bar.
Here you will be surrounded by the tanks and brewing equipment where your new favourite drinks are crafted. What we offer will be bold and full of attitude, encompassing the rebellious renegade spirit. We strive to have a place where we can tell our story and encourage you to tell yours as well.
We're open Wednesday to Sunday.
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Our address is Unit 2 105 Orbell St, Sydenham and you'll find the doors to the taproom just around the corner on Disraeli St.
Hops: Wai-iti
Ultra pale, ultra refreshing, ultra low carb lager. Extremely delicate, crisp, light bodied, super dry finishing clean and refreshing. A fresh, light note of lemon zest from the NZ Wai-iti hop.
Hops: Riwaka, Centennial & Waimea
This rich, deep, amber coloured West Coast IPA oozes with resinous and dank NZ and US hops. A big malty base with a bold hop character and a firm bitterness.
Hops: Kohatu, Moutere & Sabro
Mega hoppy & mega juicy. Super fresh, juicy tropical fruit flavours from NZ and US hops. Grape, citrus lime, stone fruit and tropical aromas.
Hops: Moutere, Waimea & Mosaic
Refreshing and easy drinking sessionable Extra Pale Ale. Fresh and vibrant mix of zesty NZ hops along with the powerhouse US Mosaic for a big burst of tropical mango and pine.
A crisp, no-nonsense cider that lets the apples do the talking, clean, honest, and refreshing. Finishing with a touch of orchard sweetness, like biting into a sun-warmed apple straight from the tree.
A non-alcoholic hop water that is bright, crisp and bursting with citrus character from freshly squeezed and added lemon and lime juice. Subtle herbal and floral notes from hops, lightly sparkling and ultra refreshing. Zero alcohol, zero carbs, zero sugar, zero gluten.
Hops: Chinook, Simcoe & Centennial
Black in colour, but this mind bending IPA is bursting with citrus and pine notes from the dank, resinous US hops. Whispers of cola and toast, smooth and balanced.
A hazy, golden milkshake IPA, brewed with lush mango, coconut and a touch of cardamon. Tangy and creamy decadence of a mango lassi.
Hops: Mosaic & Motueka
Bright, zesty, full of character, this sour iPA bursts with tart refreshment. A kettle sour delivering a lively and mouth watering acidity that’s clean and snappy from the Mosaic and Motueka hops.
A non-alcoholic, zesty kombucha. Brewed from a blend of green, black, lemon and ginger teas, this kombucha pours a blush pink, and leaves your tongue tingling with stonefruit and lush, tangy flavours.
Hops: Nelson Sauvin, Motueka, Wai-iti
Punchy and expressive. Nelson Sauvin leads with lifted white grape and gooseberry, supported by Motueka’s zesty lime and lemon peel. Wai-iti rounds things out with soft stonefruit and gentle floral notes.
A bright and refreshing Belgian style Wit Bier. Subtle spice and bubblegum notes, yeast driven fruitiness and a creamy wheat body. A Renegade classic.
Hops: Wai-iti & Riwaka
A classic NZ Pilsner. Bursting with notes of tropical citrus, zesty lime, passionfruit and gooseberry. Pale gold, bright and effervescent.
The Renegade Ordinary Dark pours a deep black with a smooth tan head, delivering "roasty" aromas, coffee, cocoa and a touch of toasted malt. Balanced bitterness, subtle sweetness.
Hops: Monterey, Kohatu & Wai-iti
Smooth dessert-like layers of creamy vanilla, lactose sweetness and fresh raspberries on the back of a boldly hopped hazy IPA. A daring fusion.
Hops: Green Bullet & Chinook
Currently not on tap. A collaboration with BEERS. A modern Belgian IPA that balances fruity hops with traditional Belgian yeast expression. Vibrant golden malt sweetness leads into modest but expressive hops from the New World, The Monk Bear.
Hops: Nectaron & Simcoe
Currently not on tap. A bright, golden APA brewed with a uniquely Kiwi twist. Bursting with tropical aromatics, lush stone fruit, pineapple and passionfruit from the Nectaron and citrus zest and subtle resin from the Simcoe.
Hops: Hellertau Tradition, Tettanger, Motueka & Wai-iti
Currently not on tap. True to the spirit of Oktoberfest, this golden lager is easy-drinking yet full of character. Traditional German hops set the stage, while a subtle New Zealand touch gives ReneBräu its own rebellious edge. Perfect for raising a stein in celebration.
Meet your new Milkshake IPA crush. Peach Bae is a smooth, juicy explosion of tropical fruit and creamy sweetness. Waves of ripe peach, passionfruit, lime, coconut and mango swirl together in a soft, velvety body, thanks to a generous hit of lactose and vanilla.
Hops: Waimea, Motueka, Mosaic & Nectaron
Bursting with sunshine and juiciness. The aromas leap from the glass of fresh-squeezed orange, lime zest and ripe stone fruit from the blend of US and NZ hops.
Hops: Taiheke & Motueka
A clean and easy drinking unfiltered pale ale. Bright golden blonde with subtle floral and herbal undertones presents a nostalgic nod to old-school American Pale Ales.
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Looking for a running group that’s more about good vibes than PBs? Welcome to Renegade Run Club — a social, inclusive run where you can reward yourself with a delicious pint. Whether you’re a regular runner, getting back into it, or just keen to move your body before enjoying a drink, this is your new Wednesday ritual. Every Wednesday | 5:30pm 🌧️ Rain or shine 🌞 Start & finish: Renegade Taproom Different paces & routes for all abilities: 1.31km, 4.34km, 6.09km. This is about connection first, fitness second, and beer third (or maybe second 😉). Stick around after the run for a well-earned drink and a chat.
🍀 (Early) St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Renegade! 🍀 Why wait until the 17th? Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day Party on Sunday 15 March from 2–7pm at Renegade Brewing and get the celebrations started early! We’re launching something special for the occasion — Shenanigans, our brand new Irish Red Ale 🍺. Be among the first to try it fresh from the taps while enjoying an afternoon of great music, great food, and great company. 🎶 Live music all afternoon 🍺 The Launch of our new Shenanigans Irish Red Ale 🥨 Pretzel Box Food Truck serving up their delicious menu plus a couple of special Irish-inspired items just for the day 🎟 Free entry Throw on something green, bring your friends, and come celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day a little early with us. It’s the perfect Sunday session! 📍 Renegade Brewing 🗓 Sunday 15 March ⏰ 2pm – 7pm Sláinte! 🍻
New and secondhand LPS 12' & 7' for sale, DJs spinning, and Kneady Boy pizza pop-up. 2-7pm.
Beats By Bingo is back at Renegade Brewing Co! 28 March, 7pm. Hosted by Taylor Ruddle, this musical bingo show will have you bopping in your seat and singing along in no time. Expect plenty of laughs, awesome prizes, and a rotating mix of crowd-pleasing playlists. It’s super easy, and FREE to play. We'll also be giving out spot prizes in a test of skill, as well as a prize every round so that's 6 possible prizes to win! Spots fill up fast, so contact Renegade Brewing Co today to book your table!
We’re turning ONE, and we would love you to help us celebrate! 🥳 Join us on Friday 17 April from 2PM ‘til late as we drink to 12 amazing months of great beer, good vibes, and the incredible community that made it all possible. We have a few of our favourite food and music crews from the last year lined up to help make it an epic day! 🍺 New Beers – be the first to taste what Thomas has been brewing up 🔥 Delicious Eats from Kneady Boy, Rick’s Ribs and Grumpy’s Donuts 🎧 DJs spinning wax all afternoon and into the night 👕 Limited Edition Renegade Birthday Kits – get yours before they’re gone! ✨ FREE ENTRY! ✨ Round up your crew and come raise a glass with us. Let’s make our first birthday legendary 🍻
Want to host your event at Renegade?
Our taproom is available to hire for private events. Email taproom@renegadebrewing.co.nz for details.
Yes! Children are most welcome, but we are a production brewery, and there are some hazards around such as tools, brewing equipment and our large staircase to the mezzanine. We do have a change table in the accessible toilet.
Yes! We will always have food available. We will most often have rotating food trucks on site. We also offer microwaved Dr Bugs popcorn.
Yes! We make an apple cider, as well as a non-alcoholic hop water which are both on tap. We also have cans of UNCOMMON Wine: Pinot Noir and Sav Blanc, Melton Estate Summer Love Sparkling Riesling, Curiosity Gin & Tonic and Ruby Gin & Ginger Beer. We also offer Karma Cola range of non-alcoholic soft drinks and juice.
Yes! Depending on the day and time, we can offer partial or full venue hire for a fee. Additionally, we can cater for large group bookings during our opening hours. Reach out to us via email to inquire.
Yes! Although our entranceway has steps, we have a ramp and entranceway through from our neighbours at Crisp & Vale. Let us know when you arrive, or even beforehand and we can help you access this.
Yes! We have hooks latched to the outside of our building that you can lock your bike to, but if there isn't space or you would rather bring your bike inside, we can store it safely in the brew house or somewhere else.
Yes! Email us at: taproom@renegadebrewing.co.nz and we'll put your booking in our calendar. We look forward to hosting your group. Groups of 20+ typically are placed in the back corner of our mezzanine, so please make sure to let us know if anyone in your group cannot access the stairs, and we'll find an alternate spot.
The OG Renegade duo, Thomas and Amy, are bringing Renegade Brewing Co to a reality. The North American meets Kiwi pairing believe that if it's worth doing, it's worth doing right. Whatever that may be. Previously, that has been the combination of travelling, adventure seeking and brewing which proved to be the winning formula to living life through your 20's. Now the adventure is family living, and the massive undertaking of building a dream nail by nail, brew by brew to create a fun and vibrant brewery, taproom and workspace.
Amy met Thomas at the University of Canterbury in 2010 as an exchange student from the USA, where Thomas was years into homebrewing already. Thomas started brewing and sharing his creations with friends and family. From using our beautiful Christchurch tap water to some epic brews using buckets of water from Lake Wakatipu, along to winning the local homebrew competition at Crazy Mountain Brewery, in Colorado, USA. This ultimately led him to start brewing professionally in 2015. Work hard and play hard is the renegade spirit. This goal of surrounding yourself with good people and good beer has led us to working in some amazing places, and it is those people, places and experiences over the last 15 years which are displayed at Renegade Brewing Co.
These are the breweries that we have worked in that have made us who we are:
And now the Renegade adventure has begun.
