Hop Fereration Brewery

Hop Fereration is a small craft brewery with a sense of adventure and a passion for making stylish beers with substance. Owned and operated by Simon and Nicki Nicholas with Simon being the chief brewer, who has a wealth of experience gained as head brewer at Hallertau in Auckland after a long background in the liquor industry, mostly with Glengarry Wines. As you’d expect in a brewer, he has a great sense of smell, finely tuned taste buds and a passion for experimenting, all of which he combines with a commitment to consistency and an appreciation of the traditions of craft brewing.  

Located in Riwaka surrounded by hop growers and orchards, and a stone’s throw from beaches, national parks and lots of great recreation destinations.  The doors were opened our doors in September 2013 so they're relatively youthful, but seriously dedicated to the art and craft of brewing.  

The Hop Federation team love having visitors, so make them your destination, or drop in next time you’re passing through. You can sample the range of beers on offer in the tasting room and buy beer to take away.