News from WBC, with Beached As Pilsner re-brewed better than ever, and new stockists in the city - SKY CITY!

“The Heke has been open for two and half years, but this is the first year that we have entered any awards for our spirits. Initially it was distilled by our team as the house-pour in our bars but guests kept saying they’d love to buy them to take home.”

By law, there are three and a half days during the year that trade is restricted: Christmas Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and until 1pm on Anzac Day. You and all of your guests need to east a ’substantial meal’; snacks like fries and a pizza shared between 4 people are not enough. Read on….

That’s 4150 kgs of food scraps out of landfill, and 10375 kgs of equivalent CO2 emissions that weren't created at landfill sites! Instead, the compost is used to grow food here on the island.

It’s about time we opened the doors here to invite you to explore whisky with us. Every month, we’re hosting Whisky club night in the distillery here on Waiheke Island. These will be on the third Friday of every month. Set up a calendar date now.

The Heke opens its state of the art golf simulator experience. Golf on Waiheke Island has never been more fun, read all about it here.

We are looking for a superstar Operations & Events Manager to work with us over a very exciting period. This is a full-time maternity cover role from September 2024 to July 2025. There is also potential for an ongoing long-term role as we grow. These are big shoes to fill as our current star was our very first employee and has grown to be a key part of the team here.

In the world of brewing, collaboration isn’t just about sharing learnings or techniques—it’s about a shared passion for crafting exceptional beers.

The Heke is collecting old mobile phones for recycling, to raise funds for Sustainable Coastlines. Bring in your old phone today!

Thank you for your support! The Heke team ae so proud to have been awarded the Most Outstanding Local at the Lewisham Awards 2024.

Living on an island makes people innovate - or does the island attract innovative people? This article explores the idea and looks at some local businesses doing new things.

Pouring beer at The Heke

Summer hours, DJ’s and tips here

Here are our hours for January.

Come in for lunch, late lunch and our beautiful tasting room is open for Waiheke Whisky tastings and Waiheke Brewing Co. tasting flights.

We’re very proud and humbled to be awarded the Travellers’ Choice award for 2023 from Tripadvisor guests.