CASSELS & SONS

There is nothing quite like Cassels, a family-operated craft beer brewing company situated in Christchurch and famous for their award-winning, decadently rich milk stout. They have gone to great lengths to source the finest local ingredients, and have not shied away from experimenting with different brewing techniques while staying true to the traditional craft beer values they hold close to their hearts. There are two onsite breweries. One is warehouse- styled, hosting a beehive of activity, hop aromas and commercial stainless-steel stills. What you are most likely to want to feast your eyes upon, however, is Cassels’ initial brewery situated inside the historic building known as The Tannery; it contains the unique glory that is Cassels’ original wood-fired kettle, proudly on display and in fiery action. The Tannery also hosts Cassels’ restaurant and cafe, where you can enjoy divine food and a relaxed atmosphere while watching the wood-fired kettle do its thing. Wood-fired pizza and a fresh cold pint that was only made mere metres away? Nobody in their right mind could pass that up.

Simon Bretherton

Here at Cassels we have an amazing team of brewers who are passionate about the beer that they brew. Our brewery is headed up by our Executive Brewer, Simon Bretherton, ex Little Creatures Brewery, Perth, Australia and Boddington’s UK. Our brewers focus remains on quality and craftsmanship, using local ingredients. Both our breweries are situated at The Tannery in Woolston, Christchurch. The wood-fired kettle is situated at The Brewery Restaurant & Bar, and our 25HL DME brewhouse at Maunsell Street. Through our investment in people and equipment and an uncompromising approach to quality we can ensure freshness and quality for the longest possible time.