The Sawmill Brewery + Smoko Room

The Sawmill Brewery + Smoko Room New Zealand's first B-Corp certified Brewery. Independent | Resourceful | Real Our brewing is underpinned by this heritage of craftsmanship and tenacity.
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Sawmill is an independent, New Zealand owned brewery run by a small and talented team. The Brewery was established in 2004 on the site of what was once a local timber mill established in the 1860’s. We appreciate our place. This raw landscape has a bearing on everything we do and people here are resourceful, creative and hardworking. In February 2016 we moved from the original site in Leigh, and we now work from premises just out of Matakana at 1004 Leigh Road. In July 2016 we opened the doors to the Smoko Room, a place in the brewery to visit for generous hospitality, food with gumption, 14 beers on tap and a drinks list that showcases organic wines and the best New Zealand producers. We also offer our full range of beer to takeaway as well as flagon fills.

The Smoko Room at Sawmill Brewery is hiring for summer! Mainly summer roles, with long-term potential for the right peop...
20/09/2026

The Smoko Room at Sawmill Brewery is hiring for summer! Mainly summer roles, with long-term potential for the right people.

We are looking for people who are reliable, hard working and solid under pressure. You’ll work with a great team and have a positive attitude.

Summer here is busy, social, and never the same shift twice.

Keen to work hard and be part of the crew? Send your CV and a cover letter to [email protected].

01/09/2026

Ten years of beers here in Smoko Room at Sawmill Brewery !

Celebrate with us this Fathers Day, live music, beer and food specials and all the good feels.

Smoko Room at Sawmill Brewery

20/08/2026

Power was out so we had a good day outdoors. Planted 400 trees around the Brewery and gave the Quad bike a good tune up.


Represented at the Brewers Guild Awards by arguably the hottest couple* in brewing we were stoked to take home the Commu...
31/07/2026

Represented at the Brewers Guild Awards by arguably the hottest couple* in brewing we were stoked to take home the Community Award, Gold Medals for our Baltic Porter and Doctor and a handful of other medals. All round excellence from our team. 👏 👏 👏

Congratulations to Karamu Barrelworks who were crowned overall Champion Brewery.

*professional

We’re looking for a passionate and driven Territory Sales Manager to join our national sales team, based in Queenstown a...
29/07/2026

We’re looking for a passionate and driven Territory Sales Manager to join our national sales team, based in Queenstown and covering Tekapo to Invercargill.

This is a people-focused role building strong customer relationships, growing sales opportunities, and sharing great Sawmill beer across the South Island.

Please email [email protected] with your CV and cover letter.

We’re looking for an energetic and experienced Bar Manager for the Smoko Room.This is a hands-on role leading our bar op...
20/07/2026

We’re looking for an energetic and experienced Bar Manager for the Smoko Room.

This is a hands-on role leading our bar operations, supporting and training the team, and ensuring every guest enjoys exceptional service and great beer in a welcoming environment.

Please email [email protected] with your CV and cover letter. ✨

15/07/2026

NEW BARE BEER!!

It seems obvious now… make a non-alcoholic interpretation of Sawmill Pilsner.

Introducing Bare Beer Pilsner!

Win this and other goods to keep you dry this winter by tagging a friend below (we will send them beer too 🍻).

*Winner drawn Wednesday 22nd July 4pm
**Open to anyone over 18 years old

15/07/2026

NEW BARE BEER!!

It seems obvious now...make a non-alcoholic interpretation of Sawmill Pilsner.

Introducing Bare Beer Pilsner!

Win this and other goods to keep you dry this Winter by tagging a friend below (we will send them beer too 🍻).

*Winner drawn Wednesday 22nd July 4pm
**Open to anyone over 18 years old

08/07/2026

ALL School Holidays we've got you - tacos + margaritas

Address

1004 Leigh Road
Matakana
0985

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 9pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

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