Air New Zealand has announced a new beverage menu designed to showcase some of the country’s leading craft distillers and brewers to its international travellers.

The airline says the new selection, which is available now, will feature onboard and in select Air New Zealand lounges.

Business Premier and select Air New Zealand lounges:

·       Scapegrace Classic Gin

·       Scapegrace Vanguard Single Malt

·       Reefton Distilling Co. Wild Rain Vodka

·       National Distillery Company Port O Ahuriri Golden Rum

·       Parrotdog Craft Beer – Birdseye Hazy IPA

·       Parrotdog Watchdog IPA <0.5% alc.vol

·       Parrotdog Lager on tap in select lounges

Premium Economy and Economy

·       Rogue Society Gin

·       Rogue Society Vodka

·       Parrotdog Watchdog IPA <0.5% alc.vol

Air New Zealand Chief Customer and Sales Officer, Leanne Geraghty, says the new menu showcases the quality and diversity of producers from across Aotearoa.

“Our inflight dining menu ‘A Taste of Aotearoa’ showcases the exceptional produce and flavours from the regions, our wine list exclusively features New Zealand wines, and our onboard snacks are all crafted here in New Zealand. Now, our beverage menu offers customers an impressive selection of spirits and beer from some of the country’s best producers.

“Showcasing the best of New Zealand onboard is a win-win for both our customers and our local suppliers.”