We're Renegade Brewing Co. — an independent brewery and taproom built inside an old glass factory in Sydenham, Ōtautahi.
Our space has been crafted with a "built, not bought" attitude, creating a North American-inspired taproom where the brewery is at the heart of the experience. Surrounded by the brewhouse, fermenters and tanks, you'll be drinking right where it's all brewed.
We create bold, flavour-driven beers with a rebellious streak, alongside a growing range of house-made drinks. From crisp lagers and classic ales to unapologetically hoppy IPAs, refreshing lemonades, kombucha and small-batch seasonal releases, everything we produce is brewed with the same focus on quality, flavour and character.
As an independent, owner-operated brewery, you'll always be welcomed by the people who built Renegade and the small team who help bring it to life each week. Renegade is relaxed, welcoming and unpretentious — a place for all to enjoy a drink.
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: 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Hops: Chinook, Taiheke & Rakau
Built around a rich and beautifully layered malt body. Notes of toasted bread crust, caramel and roasted nuts with a smooth, full palate and gentle warmth. A subtle hop profile adds balance without overshadowing the glowing brown malt-forward character.
Old fashioned lemonade, sweet yet tart, refreshing and easy drinking.
Hops: Centennial, Chinook & Simcoe
This IPA is a throwback to the golden age of big bold hoppy beers. Loaded with US West Coast hops: Centennial, Chinook and Simcoe. Prepare for an assertive bitterness that grows from the bright malt body and traditional hop aromas.
Hops: Kohatu, Moutere, Sabro & Simcoe
Mega hoppy & mega juicy. Super fresh, juicy tropical fruit flavours from NZ and US hops. Grape, citrus lime, stone fruit and tropical aromas.
Hops: Wai-iti & Riwaka
A classic NZ Pilsner. Bursting with notes of tropical citrus, zesty lime, passionfruit and gooseberry. Pale gold, bright and effervescent.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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: Simcoe, Nectaron & Mosaic
The Jesusaurus Rex has risen with an almighty hopping. The holy trinity of Simcoe, Nectaron and Mosaic burst ripe tropical fruit. A brew truly worth worshiping.
Pouring a deep shade of ruby red, this traditional Irish Red Ale has the perfect soft mouthfeel and smooth easy drinking finish. The ultimate session drinking ale.
Hops: Nectaron
Beautiful delicate harvest fresh aromatics with balance and drinkability at its core. This Local Drop, brewed with Nectaron fresh hops from North Canterbury's Bold River Hops and malt from South Canterbury's Gladfield Malt. A Golden Ale epitomising Canterbury fresh.
Hops: Nelson Sauvin, Riwaka & Mosaic
This hop bomb layers passionfruit, gooseberry and resin saturated hop flavour. Unfolding subtleties of Nelson Sauvin, Riwaka and Mosaic on a golden malt base turn into a growing hit of hop intensity and ultimately an explosive finish.
A lush, fruit-saturated smoothie sour bursting with passionfruit, guava and lychee. Tangy and refreshing up front, melting into a creamy wave of vanilla and soft lactose sweetness.
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Sunday 23 August
Palette has teamed up with Renegade Brewing Co to host 'paint + pint' nights at their taproom. The event is a self-led painting session, though this time you will be surrounded by tanks, brewing equipment, and better beer. 5pm start time. Palette has 50+ epic templates available for your inspiration! A $39 ticket includes your painting experience and one of Renegade's tap drinks or non-alcoholic drinks of your choice. Past events have brought in work groups, date nights, and catch ups amongst friends - if you needed any ideas! The event is capped at 40 people and can sell out - so make sure you book your tickets ahead of time. Cartas Cartel will be on site for pizzas and panuozzos on the day.
Sunday 30 August
A celebration of vinyl culture featuring a hand-picked collection of Ōtautahi’s top record vendors, DJs and beer — all under one roof. Dig through crates of new and secondhand LPs, 12”s and 7”s, chat records with fellow collectors, and enjoy vinyl-only DJ sets spinning all afternoon. 🕑 12–5pm, Sunday 30 August 📍 Renegade Brewing Co Unit 2, 105 Orbell Street, Sydenham. Free entry. Good vibes guaranteed. Come for a quick dig or stay all afternoon — just don’t forget your tote bag!
Saturday 12 September
Beats By Bingo is back at Renegade Brewing Co! 12 September 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!
Saturday 7 November
🍻 SPRING ON & OFF 🍻 📅 Saturday 7 NOV | 🕛 12PM–8PM | 🎟 FREE EVENT Spring season will be here, and we’re celebrating with a rolling beer adventure 🍺 Jump on The Lupulin Line and cruise between three epic breweries: 📍 Renegade Brewing Co 📍 Three Boys Brewery 📍 Wigram Brewing Co 🚌 FREE bus running between all locations 🍻 Fresh hop beers at every stop 🙌 No bookings — just show up at one, grab a brew then and hop on to the next Make a day of it, bring your crew, and taste your way through some of the freshest seasonal brews around. See you onboard!
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.
