Coastal Sips & Country Pours

Where coast meats country, great drinks follow.

Discover a refreshing selection of New Zealand beers, wines, ciders and festival favourites from both local and national producers. With the stunning Whitianga Marina as the backdrop, it’s the perfect place to grab a drink, relax and soak up the festival atmosphere.

People tasting and discussing wine at a vineyard booth with bottles and tasting buckets on the table.
Smiling man and woman at a booth selling canned beverages at an outdoor event, with a sign reading "Hot Water Brewing Co." and a large blue logo in the background.
Three smiling people wearing black Koparepare t-shirts stand together, with one holding a bottle of wine, in front of a large poster featuring a beer bottle and text.
People at a wine tasting booth inside a large event tent. A woman is serving wine to a young man, with several bottles and informational signs on the table. A scenic backdrop displays a river and mountains.
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Coastal Sips, Coromandel Style

New for 2026, Coromandel Distilling Co. is bringing a taste of the peninsula to the Whitianga Oceans Festival with a handcrafted range of premium gin cocktails.

Whether you're a fan of the classics or keen to try something a little different, you'll find the perfect festival sip. Choose from the timeless Classic Coromandel G&T, the warming Mānuka Gin & Ginger Ale, a refreshing Gin Sunrise with fresh orange juice, or the vibrant Zesty Tangelo Spritz, blending Tangelo Gin with Prosecco for the ultimate coastal celebration.

Crafted right here in the Coromandel, these locally inspired drinks are the perfect way to raise a glass where Coast Meats Country.

Person holding a bottle of Awildian Coromandel Dry Gin outdoors during sunset with blurred trees and sky in the background.

Sip Your Way Around the Festival

  • Seven bottles of wine from the CRU brand, two filled wine glasses, and one wine glass with white wine, all on a white background.

    Smith & Sheth

    Smith & Sheth craft exceptional New Zealand wines, hand-selected from outstanding vineyards and carefully blended to showcase the true character of their place and people.

  • Person pouring white wine into a glass on a wooden table set outdoors near a lake, with Scrabble tiles spelling "VOLCANIC", board game pieces, snack plates, and a basket of bread, with pink flowering branches in the background.

    Volcanic Hills

    Volcanic Hills showcase premium New Zealand wines from top growing regions, crafted in Rotorua and celebrated for their bold flavours and unforgettable tasting experiences.

  • Three bottles of wine from Clearview Estate Vineyard, with rolling hills and vineyards in the background, labeled Black Reef Blush, Coastal Chardonnay, and Cape Kidnappers Syrah.

    Clearview Estate

    Clearview Estate is a proudly New Zealand-owned and operated winery renowned for producing wines of exceptional character and quality. This year, they'll be pouring a selection of festival favourites, including Black Reef Blush, Sparkling Blush, Coastal Sauvignon Blanc, Coastal Pinot Gris, Coastal Chardonnay, White Caps Chardonnay, Cape Kidnappers Merlot and Cape Kidnappers Syrah – the perfect wines to savour as you explore where Coast Meats Country.

  • Lindauer Prosecco NV bottle

    Lindauer Prosecco NV

    Fresh, vibrant and beautifully bubbly, Lindauer Prosecco NV delivers crisp fruit flavours with a light, refreshing finish. The perfect festival-day sparkling for raising a glass by the Whitianga Marina.

  • A can of Kirin Hyoketsu Lemon flavored vodka soda with natural lemon juice surrounded by ice cubes and water splashes.

    Kirin Hyoketsu 4% Lemon

    Refreshing, crisp and bursting with real lemon flavour, Kirin Hyoketsu 4% Lemon is the perfect drink for a day by the marina. Inspired by Japan's iconic chūhai, it delivers a clean, zesty citrus taste with a light, refreshing finish.

  • Can of Mac's Cloudy Apple Cider with a label featuring a black bird on an apple and icy background.

    Mac's Cider

    Mac's Cloudy Apple Cider is a refreshingly crisp cider crafted with real New Zealand apples, delivering a smooth, balanced flavour with a clean, fruity finish. Whether you're unwinding with friends between sets or raising a glass to an epic day out, it's a refreshing choice for celebrating where Coast Meats Country.

  • A can of MAC'S Tropzilla alcoholic tropical punch flavored beverage with a purple and yellow design featuring a lizard and palm trees, set against a background of ice cubes and splashing water.

    Mac's Tropzilla

    New to the lineup, Mac's Tropzilla is a vibrant alcoholic tropical punch bursting with juicy guava, tangy pineapple and smooth mango, finished with a subtle hop bitterness for a crisp, refreshing taste. Brewed using the same fermentation process as beer before being blended with fruit juice and natural flavours, it's a taste of the tropics that brings a splash of sunshine to your Whitianga Oceans Festival experience.

  • Mac’s Chill Bill

    Light, crisp and seriously refreshing, Mac’s Chill Bill is an easy-drinking beer made for kicking back and taking it easy. Smooth and refreshing with a clean finish, it’s the perfect match for good food, live music and a day soaking up the Oceans Festival atmosphere.

  • A black soda can with orange and black logo reading "P adjusting to the background, with ice and water splash effects.

    Panhead Supercharger

    Panhead Supercharger is a bold American-style APA packed with vibrant citrus and tropical hop flavours, balanced by a smooth malt backbone and a crisp, refreshing finish. Whether you're pairing it with smoky BBQ, fresh local seafood or simply enjoying the sounds of the Whitianga Marina, it's a craft beer that fits right in where Coast Meats Country.

  • Steinlager Classic

    Crisp, clean and unmistakably Kiwi, Steinlager Classic is a full-flavoured lager with a refreshing hop character and smooth finish. A New Zealand favourite that’s right at home with good food, live music and a day by the Whitianga Marina.

  • Can of Steinlager Ultra Low Carb beer with water droplets, placed on ice cubes

    Steinlager Ultra Low Carb

    Crisp, refreshing and 99% carb-free, Steinlager Ultra Low Carb delivers full lager flavour while keeping things light and easy-drinking. Brewed with New Zealand Pilsner and Munich malts with a touch of hop flavour and bitterness, it’s a refreshing festival-day pour made for kicking back by the Whitianga Marina.

  • Steinlager light beer can

    Steinlager Light

    Crisp, refreshing and easy-drinking, Steinlager Light delivers that classic lager taste at a lower alcohol strength. A lighter option for kicking back, enjoying the live music and making the most of a great festival day by the Whitianga Marina.

Enjoy the Day,
Drink Responsibly

We want everyone to have a fantastic day at Oceans. Enjoy the great food and drinks, make use of our free drinking water and non-alcoholic options, look after your mates and please drink responsibly.

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