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Josh Scott is a man who knows his beer.
Innovation and consistency are the hallmarks of a good craft brewery, according to one of NZ’s leading brewers, Josh Scott, who visited Matakana this month.Josh was in town to promote the launch of Moa on tap at The Vintry.
“Kiwis are drinking less, but choosing quality,” he says. “It’s up to craft brewers to get more flavour and finesse into their beer. There are no boundaries.” Josh is both a brewer and a winemaker, being the son of well-known Marlborough winemaker Allan Scott. He started Moa in 2003 and as well as domestic sales, exports to 18 countries around the world.
While he believes Kiwis are still price sensitive when it comes to buying their beer, they are prepared to pay a premium for quality. He says the trend towards craft beers is particularly strong amongst young drinkers who are becoming “a bit more sophisticated” in what they are choosing to drink.
Vintry general manager Mike Harrowell says Moa on tap joins the Sawmill range. “While we’re still a boutique wine bar, we’re expanding to cater for beer drinkers as well,” he said.
