Lion Breweries

Lion Brewery is a fantastic place. As if the name itself didn’t give it away. It’s pretty crazy that something as large as this is right in the middle of New Market, I can’t help but think how much that land is worth… Anyway, it’s cool that this is nestled in the buzzing New Market area — it adds to it’s appeal.
I recently came here with a small group of friends before a gig at The Powerstation. Lucky for us one of our friends works here so they basically have free reign of the bar until it closes at around 8pm. He’s only allowed a few friends so we were pretty happy that he happened to be coming to the gig to. Now, a lot of businesses have a bar on-​site, but I can guarantee it is nothing like this.
This is like what you see out at a bar at night. There is a huge range of spirits and mixers, beers, beers on tap, ciders and RTDs. They even have lemons and limes. The bar itself is in the reception area which I think is awesome, definitely sets the scene for a great visit to the Brewery. The people we encountered were super friendly and the place is really clean and slick.
Do your bet to find some one who can get you in here. Or just try and get a job here.

Lion Breweries is home to the famous Speights, Steinlager, Macs, Waikato, and most of all Lion Red. Located on Carlton Gore road in Newmarket, they’re conveniently placed within Auckland’s buzzing metropolitan.
Driving along Khyber Pass Road in Newmarket you’ll see the old brewery that has recently moved out to «The Pride» in East Tamaki. It’s out at The Pride where all the magic happens; brewing, dispatching, the works.
If you get the chance (through either working here or knowing someone who does) ask if you can pop up to the staff bar! It’s AWESOME! They have beer, wine and spirits available to those who promise to encourage a responsible drinking ethic.
If you’re after any of the much loved Lion products, head on down to your local LK (Liquor King) store and see what great deals they have on offer.