Interested in upgrading your gift-giving from socks to something a little more exciting? With our New Zealand craft beer gift box, you can show a mate (or your dad, or your boyfriend) just how much they mean with an assortment of local beers plus sweet and savoury snacks.
What’s included in our beer gifts?
A perfect gift for a friend or family member who enjoys the finer things. Whether they’re a new convert to craft ale or a long-time aficionado, this beautifully packaged wooden box with local craft beers and snacks made in NZ is an ideal gift:
Garage Project (Wellington) — small brewery based making award-winning craft beers
Duncan’s (Paraparaumu) — a local legend brewing delicious craft beer
Brew Moon Brewing Company (Canterbury) — family-owned brewery and taproom in Amberley, North Canterbury
Mount Brewing (Bay Of Plenty) — locally owned, making tasty high quality brews that represent the BOP and Mt Maunganui
North End Brewery (Kāpiti) — independent craft microbrewery in Waikanae brewing international beer styles with a New Zealand twist
Lads Brewing Company (Whanganui) — from small beginnings in a garden shed to making some of the tastiest beers you could imagine
Lakeman Brewing (Taupō) — one of the most environmentally-friendly breweries in Aotearoa
Brother’s Beer (Auckland) — brewing beers that strive to capture the nature of the Hauraki Gulf
Shining Peak Brewing (New Plymouth) — proudly brewed in Taranaki
Totara Cottage Crack-a-beer crackers (Auckland) — hand-made snacks for the recipient to enjoy
O’Nuts (Panmure) — delicious handcrafted nut snack batch roasted right here in NZ
Potter Brothers (Levin) — two passionate Kiwi chocolatiers, handcrafting high-quality, delicious treats
Hop Federation (Nelson Tasman) — Māori-owned brewery based in the heart of hop country
Altitude Brewing (Queenstown) — one of NZ’s most southern breweries
Zeelandt Brewery (Hawke’s Bay) — craft brewery producing a range of premium craft beer that is true to its origins
Zero Alcohol Option
Our craft beer gift box is also available as a non-alcoholic version with Garage Project’s Tiny “No Regrets” Hazy IPA and NZ’s first zero-alcohol brewery State Of Play.
Giving back to Aotearoa
We set aside 1% from every sale and donate to New Zealand charities such as Garden To Table or Sustainable Coastlines via One Percent Collective.
Growing NZ’s regional economies; by buying from We Love Local you directly help small companies in and around the country
All gifts ordered from our website are delivered by NZ Post or Pace Couriers (for Wellington express shipping). Please see guidelines below for delivery timeframes.
North Island:
Order before 2PM for same-day processing and delivery within 1-2 business days after dispatch (mostly overnight but not guaranteed by NZ Post)
Rural deliveries may take another day or two, i.e. 2-3 business days total
South Island:
Order before 2PM for same-day processing and delivery within 2-3 business days after dispatch (Standard Shipping) or 1-2 business days using Express Shipping at checkout (overnight delivery is targeted and not guaranteed by NZ Post)
Rural deliveries may take another day or two, i.e. 4-5 business days total
Some examples:
If you need a gift delivered to Auckland for Wednesday it needs to be ordered Tuesday 2PM at the latest for a chance to arrive the next day.
If you need a gift delivered to Christchurch for Monday, we recommend ordering Wednesday 2PM at the latest (NZ Post advises 2-3 business days for delivery to the South Island) or Friday 2PM using Express Shipping.
Please note that this delivery schedule is just a guideline based on our experience of sending thousands of gift boxes across the country. We do not have any control over external factors from couriers causing delays, e.g. during peak times or weather events disrupting NZ Post's courier network.
Tips to increase the likelihood of successful delivery:
The earlier you order the better. Please make sure you leave a note during checkout mentioning the desired delivery date.
You will receive an email with tracking details informing you when a parcel is out for delivery. Give the recipient a heads-up that something is coming their way.
Gifts with alcohol have an R18 sticker and must be signed for by a person over 18.
Consider sending the parcel to the recipient's workplace if they're not working from home.
We will try our best to help you get your parcel delivered on time. If you have any questions, please get in touch.
Sustainable gifting
We always strive to further reduce our impact on the environment:
By only stocking NZ-made products, we keep the distance goods travel from suppliers to us and you at a minimum resulting in a reduced carbon footprint of your gift-giving.
Customers can further reduce the carbon footprint by choosing to offset the emissions during checkout with New Zealand’s leading carbon offset provider CarbonClick.
We use 100% renewable energy both at our distribution centre and home office.
All gifts are exclusively packed in a reusable wooden box or recyclable card board boxes filled with natural wood wool. No cellophane or other plastics used.
Our courier boxes have been custom-made to minimise packaging waste and reduce their footprint during transport.
If the recipient doesn’t have a use for the wooden box after they’ve enjoyed the tasty treats, then they can send it back to us to use again, and again, and again.
Returns are super easy:
Put the empty wooden box back in our courier packaging
Add the included return courier label
Drop it at your local post shop or book a pickup using the tracking number on the return courier label.
Like all companies on their sustainability journey, we’re still working towards our sustainability goals, but we are constantly improving our environmental sustainability and reducing our footprint.
We Love Local Gift Box Reviews
Brenden F.
Our daughter was really pleased with it. - 24/09/2023
Andrea B.
Son very happy with his gift - 23/09/2023
Deb H.
I have used this service a few times now, and every one has been wonderful. The products and services are excellent, and most of all the receivers of the gifts have loved them 🥰 - 23/09/2023
Lindsay J.
Fabulous gift box and easy to order online. Delivery very prompt. A winner all round!🤩 - 23/09/2023
Maureen M.
My friend was absolutely delighted with her gift. She said it was beautifully packed. It arrived the day after I ordered it. Thank you so much. In fact, I will be ordering some more for Christmas. - 22/09/2023
Fiona B.
Got a hamper for my mother for her birthday and she loved it. The idea of supporting small businesses local to where she lives as well as charity is a great idea and a win for everyone - 21/09/2023
Margo W.
I was most impressed with the whole experience of purchasing from " We love Local." It was dealt with very professionally and in such a friendly manner. My friend loved her birthday surprise, so everyone was happy.Thank you. - 21/09/2023
Sylvia
I was looking for a gift box that was something more than a generic collection of goods (nothing wrong with those, but there is a time and a place for everything, you know). After quite a bit of search, I found We Love Local and what an amazing discovery that was! My friend was extremely happy with the packaging, the box, the content, the care and attention to detail that they put into making this birthday gift happen. Only one downside, (to no fault of We Love Local!), was the delivery process - despite the multiple detailed notes that were left on the parcel, none of the delivery instructions was followed. The recipient got it, eventually, which is what matters. I would 10/10 recommend to order from We Love Local :) - 20/09/2023
Mo K.
Excellent quality, great idea and a lovely range of products 😊 - 20/09/2023
Jacinta C.
We Love Local is so responsive and helpful! No request goes unanswered, and your deliveries are speedy. Tracking info is very accurate, and the gifts are always so beautifully packaged. Love this company! - 18/09/2023
Tessa B.
Beautifully put together, unique hampers. I have purchased through here for a few years now. Fast prompt service and owner is happy to fit your needs, swapping ect... these make tasteful gift for any occasion. - 17/09/2023
Sue C.
Great communication and excellent service, Val was so helpful in ensuring my daughter got her box delivered in time for her Birthday. My daughter loved the goodies received :) Thank you, would definately use again, Sue C. - 16/09/2023
Lianne
Fabulous service, and the perfect gift box for a friend who had moved to a new region, and she absolutely loved it! Highly recommend We Live Local - 15/09/2023
Don a.
This gift box stood out to me from all the many gift boxes that were available to buy. - 15/09/2023
Andrea B.
So easy to order item - 15/09/2023
Janere
Timo was very responsive with my email. The package arrived the very next day in less than 24hours. - 13/09/2023
Maureen M.
I thought the service was terrific. I will certainly be using this service again. Well done! l - 12/09/2023
Margaret C.
Wonderful gift box containing a selection of Wairarapa’s top products. The ordering was easy, and the gift was delivered promptlly. We loved the option to return the wooden crate in its postage box. Thank you Margaret C - 11/09/2023
Antonia S.
What an amazing service and range of products! Thank you team for the super fast turnaround time, delivery and communication. The gifts were incredibly well received and beautifully presented. - 11/09/2023
Judy F.
Arrived very fast & receiver was very happy. Thanks - 11/09/2023
Our daughter was really pleased with it. - 24/09/2023
Andrea B.
Son very happy with his gift - 23/09/2023
Deb H.
I have used this service a few times now, and every one has been wonderful. The products and services are excellent, and most of all the receivers of the gifts have loved them 🥰 - 23/09/2023
Lindsay J.
Fabulous gift box and easy to order online. Delivery very prompt. A winner all round!🤩 - 23/09/2023
Maureen M.
My friend was absolutely delighted with her gift. She said it was beautifully packed. It arrived the day after I ordered it. Thank you so much. In fact, I will be ordering some more for Christmas. - 22/09/2023
Fiona B.
Got a hamper for my mother for her birthday and she loved it. The idea of supporting small businesses local to where she lives as well as charity is a great idea and a win for everyone - 21/09/2023
Margo W.
I was most impressed with the whole experience of purchasing from " We love Local." It was dealt with very professionally and in such a friendly manner. My friend loved her birthday surprise, so everyone was happy.Thank you. - 21/09/2023
Sylvia
I was looking for a gift box that was something more than a generic collection of goods (nothing wrong with those, but there is a time and a place for everything, you know). After quite a bit of search, I found We Love Local and what an amazing discovery that was! My friend was extremely happy with the packaging, the box, the content, the care and attention to detail that they put into making this birthday gift happen. Only one downside, (to no fault of We Love Local!), was the delivery process - despite the multiple detailed notes that were left on the parcel, none of the delivery instructions was followed. The recipient got it, eventually, which is what matters. I would 10/10 recommend to order from We Love Local :) - 20/09/2023
Mo K.
Excellent quality, great idea and a lovely range of products 😊 - 20/09/2023
Jacinta C.
We Love Local is so responsive and helpful! No request goes unanswered, and your deliveries are speedy. Tracking info is very accurate, and the gifts are always so beautifully packaged. Love this company! - 18/09/2023
Tessa B.
Beautifully put together, unique hampers. I have purchased through here for a few years now. Fast prompt service and owner is happy to fit your needs, swapping ect... these make tasteful gift for any occasion. - 17/09/2023
Sue C.
Great communication and excellent service, Val was so helpful in ensuring my daughter got her box delivered in time for her Birthday. My daughter loved the goodies received :) Thank you, would definately use again, Sue C. - 16/09/2023
Lianne
Fabulous service, and the perfect gift box for a friend who had moved to a new region, and she absolutely loved it! Highly recommend We Live Local - 15/09/2023
Don a.
This gift box stood out to me from all the many gift boxes that were available to buy. - 15/09/2023
Andrea B.
So easy to order item - 15/09/2023
Janere
Timo was very responsive with my email. The package arrived the very next day in less than 24hours. - 13/09/2023
Maureen M.
I thought the service was terrific. I will certainly be using this service again. Well done! l - 12/09/2023
Margaret C.
Wonderful gift box containing a selection of Wairarapa’s top products. The ordering was easy, and the gift was delivered promptlly. We loved the option to return the wooden crate in its postage box. Thank you Margaret C - 11/09/2023
Antonia S.
What an amazing service and range of products! Thank you team for the super fast turnaround time, delivery and communication. The gifts were incredibly well received and beautifully presented. - 11/09/2023
Judy F.
Arrived very fast & receiver was very happy. Thanks - 11/09/2023
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