19 rotating taps
From West Coast IPAs to sours, lagers to hazies, our tap list never stands still.
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Search. Seek. Evolve.
Queenstown’s independent craft brewery.
19 taps, handpull cask ales, a sunny beer garden, open fire, dogs welcome, and beer brewed right here in Queenstown by people who care about what goes in your glass.
Local’s favourite hangout spot
Born in Queenstown.
Brewed with purpose.
Searchlight Brewery isn’t your average pit stop. Tucked away at 12 Industrial Place, we’re the only brewery in the area, and we’ve built something worth the detour. Every beer is thought up, brewed, tested, and canned right here in our Queenstown brewhouse. No shortcuts, no outsourcing, just real craft beer made with real intention.
Whether you’re a local, an American craft beer lover, a UK traveller chasing a proper handpull pint, or exploring Central Otago with your dog in tow, you’ll find something worth raising a glass to.
Why Searchlight
More than a stop.
A reason to stay.
Proper handpull ales
One of the few NZ breweries brewing specific cask-conditioned styles for a real handpull.
Fire, inside and out
A sunny beer garden and fire pit, plus a real fireplace for cold Queenstown days.
Dogs always welcome
Water bowls, dog treats and good vibes for your four-legged drinking companion.
Brewed right here
A 12hl brewhouse and six tanks on site. What you drink here was brewed behind the wall.
Independent & proud
No parent company. No watered-down decisions. Just people who care about craft beer.
Plan your visit
Opening hours
12 Industrial Place, Queenstown 9300
- Sunday to Tuesday
- Closed
- Wed, Thu, Sat
- 1:00pm to 8:00pm
- Friday
- 1:00pm to 10:00pm