OPEN Tuesday-Friday from 4pm until late
Saturday from 6pm until late
Whatever your taste, tonic is certainly a refreshing change for the better...
The temptations of such a carefully composed wine list are difficult to resist. But the award winning locally brewed Emerson's, on tap in all its affable personalities, also offers great rewards for the beer lover. Special releases direct from the brewery, such as Brewers Reserves and seasonal release beers, make for tasteful events in every sense.
Another sensational highlight is settling in for a responsibly guided journey through the seriously impressive range of craft / micro brewery beers – each selected as an outstanding example of a local, regional or national brew. The odd International beer is even admitted (if it measures up to local high standards).
Metres from central Dunedin's bustling Octagon, yet far enough from the madding crowd to be a haven of independent flavours and ambiance – tonic is the perfect space for exploration and conversation, at any stage of your evening.
As a special bonus, join the Society of Beer Advocates (SOBA), and receive $1 off your pint of tap beer with your SOBA card.
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FINDING US |
Based in Otago, at the city of Dunedin. Easy to locate with a direct walk SOUTH along Princes Street, the main North/South road through the CBD and shopping precinct. Opposite the Scenic Circle Dunedin City Hotel Accommodation, Literally less than a minute stroll from "The Octagon" – Dunedin's central landmark and main tourist information area. Consider tonic a refreshing reward en route to hotels, attractions, restaurants, cinemas and bustling city nightlife!
EVENTS |
Brewery direct "special releases", tasting's, annual spectaculars, and live music all combine to ensure there's never a dull moment at tonic!
BREWERS RESERVE:
Limited edition, specialty crafted beers.
Emerson's 'ROD' Flanders Style Ale
A couple of months ago our youngest brewer on the brew crew asked to brew a 'session' Belgian ale. Now... what could possibly go wrong? Well, he proved that he's learnt a few tricks and has put us old boys on notice – Brendan brewed a scorcher of an ale. It was so good we had to include it in our Brewer's Reserve range to showcase his effort.
"Belgian ales are the most sociable of brews for an evening with friends, one is never enough. No extremes of sourness, sweetness or bitterness, not bland though. A beer with enough flavour to demand another glass. A regular local beer for everyday drinking – a Belgian classic" *
And that says it all – 'Rod' has a beautiful classic Belgian aroma, estery, and spicy, suggesting high alcohol like its bigger cousins. Yet at only 5.2% alc this beer still satisfies with its full rounded malt flavour and clean finish demanding another pint. In fact we think it will be easy to lose an afternoon with 'Rod' – and why the heck not.
And for the Simpsons fans out there we just might let Brendan loose one day on another Belgian ale, anyone for a brother ale maybe? Bring on 'Todd'!
*Michael Jackson, Great Beers of Belgium
The Brew Crew
Alcohol: 5.2% ABV
Malts: Ale, Belgian Caramalt, Belgian Special B, Munich
Hops: NZ Styrian Goldings, Czech Saaz
Yeast: House Belgian
SEASONAL RELEASES:
Emerson's Taieri George
This exquisite spiced ale, released annually and brewed with the addition of three spices and organic clover honey from Central Otago is bottle-conditioned prior to release on March 6th every year. Cinnamon and nutmeg notes are evident in the aroma and on the palette with the combination of spices evoking flavours reminiscent of hot-cross buns. Available in 500ml bottles, limited availability.
6.8% ABV
Emerson's Weizenbock
A Bavarian cloudy Weiss or Wheat beer brewed to bock strength. The overall impression is a beer that is strong and malty, rich, full bodied and warming. Flavours of chocolate, Christmas cake, raisins, dark fruits and even a hint of Easter spices and clove characters.
8% ABV
Here's an account of the drinks we generally prefer to stock – but we always make a point of carefully hand selecting the finest wines, beers and spirits from the available market range. As a result, the odd individual drink on our list may vary without notice.
ON TAP:
Tuatara Conehead Green Hopped IPA - 5.5%
Brewed with new season Riwaka and Motueka cones hops and shed load of freshly picked whole Green Nelson Sauvin hops in the hopback.
Tuatara Ardennes - 6.5%
"Tuatara Ardennes is a strong, Belgian-style ale. There's no missing the strong bit – 6.5% alc/vol should be fairly self-explanatory – but the Belgian half of the equation is the result of Carl's obsession with the style. In creating his own version he's named it after the Ardennes yeast that gives it all those spicy orange notes. He was also fairly obsessed with making it drinkable, so drinkable in fact that we may have to redirect your attention to the 6.5% alc/vol bit. Don't get carried away now." - Tuatara Brewing
Three Boys Oyster Stout - 6.5%
Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the bedroom...
Emerson's Pilsner - 4.9%
A "Kiwi Classic", Pilsner is a showcase for Nelson grown Riwaka hops, oozing citrus and passionfruit aromas and flavours before a long dry finish. Delicious.
Emerson's Bookbinder - 3.7%
A wonderfully drinkable interpretation of a classic English ale. "Booky" is a delicious blend of four malts and two classic Nelson grown hops.
A great session ale.
Emerson's Brewer's Reserve: 'ROD' Flanders Style Ale - 5.2%
'Rod' has a beautiful classic Belgian aroma, estery, and spicy, suggesting high alcohol like its bigger cousins. Yet at only 5.2% alc this beer still satisfies with its full rounded malt flavour and clean finish demanding another pint.
BOTTLED BEER – NZ
ales
8 Wired HopWired IPA 7.3%
8 Wired ReWired Brown Ale 5.7%
8 Wired Tall Poppy India Red Ale 7.0%
8 Wired HayWired Wheat Beer 4.6%
Brew Moon Hophead IPA 5.0%
Brew Moon Dark Side Stout 6.0%
Epic Pale Ale 5.4%
Emerson's 1812 India Pale Ale 4.9%
Emerson's London Porter 4.9%
Emerson's Taieri George 6.8%
Emerson's Weizenbock 8.0%
Invercargill Pitch Black Stout 4.5%
Three Boys Indian Pale Ale 5.2%
Three Boys Wheat 5.0%
Three Boys Golden Ale 4.5%
Tuatara Ardennes Strong Golden Ale 6.5%
Tuatara Indian Pale Ale 5.0%
Tuatara Hefe 5.0%
Twisted Hop India Pale Ale 6.4%
Yeastie Boys Digital IPA 7.0%
Yeastie Boys Hud-a-wa' Strong 6.8%
Yeastie Boys Red Rackham 6.8%
Yeastie Boys Pot Kettle Black 6.0%
lagers
Croucher Pilsner 5.0%
Epic Lager 5.0%
Invercargill Wasp Honey Pilsner 4.2%
Mussel Inn Golden Goose Lager 4.0%
Three Boys Tres Amigos 5.0%
Tuatara Bohemian Pilsner 5.0%
Twisted Hop Sauvin Pils 5.0%
cider/fruit/smoked/spiced beer
Weka Cider 4.8%
Invercargill Nally’s Cider 5.0%
Yeastie Boys Rex Attitude 7.0%
Yeastie Boys 'Vintage' Rex Attitude 7.0%
Mussel Inn Captain Cooker Manuka Beer 5.0%
low alcoholic beer
Harringtons Harry's Light 2.5%
BOTTLED BEER – IMPORTED
Duvel Belgium 8.5%
Hoegaarden Belgium
White 4.9%
Forbidden Fruit 8.5%
Grand Cru 8.5%
Leffe Belgium
Blond 6.6%
Brune 6.5%
Radieuse 8.2%
Chimay Trappist Belgium
Red 7.0%
White 8.0%
Blue 9.0%
Westmalle Trappist Belgium
Dubbel 7.0%
Tripel 9.5%
Delerium Tremens Belgium 8.5%
O’Hanlon's Thomas Hardy's Ale England 11.7%
Sierra Nevada U.S.A
Pale Ale 5.6%
Torpedo Extra IPA 7.2%
Little Creatures Pale Ale Australia 5.2%
Coopers Australia
Original Pale Ale 4.5%
Sparkling Ale 5.8%
Best Extra Stout 6.3%
WINE
champagne and méthode traditionnelle
Veuve Clicquot Brut NV
Deutz Rosé NV
Deutz Marlborough Cuvée
Brancott Estate Brut Cuvée
white
Rockburn Central Otago Chardonnay
Boundary Tuki Tuki Road Hawke's Bay Chardonnay
Jules Taylor Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Framingham Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Mt Difficulty Target Gully Central Otago Riesling
Peregrine Central Otago Riesling
Rockburn Central Otago Pinot Gris
Framingham Marlborough Pinot Gris
red
Mt Difficulty Roaring Meg Central Otago Pinot Noir
Boundary Kings Road Waipara Pinot Noir
Trinity Hill Hawkes Bay Syrah
George Wyndham Shiraz
Couper's Shed Hawke's Bay Merlot Cabernet
port & cognac
Remy Martin V.S.O.P. Cognac
Martell V.S.O.P. Cognac
Taylor’s Fine Tawny Port
WHISK(E)Y
Glenfiddich Ancient Reserve Single Malt
18 yr old
Chivas Regal Gold Signature
18 yr old
Laphroaig
Islay Single Malt
10 yr old
The Balvenie Doublewood Single Malt
12 yr old
Glen Ord Northern Highland Single Malt
12 yr old
Clynelish Coastal Highland Single Malt
14 yr old
Glenkinchie Lowland Edinburgh Single Malt
10 yr old
Talisker Isle of Skye Single Malt
10 yr old
Strathisla Highland Single Malt
12 yr old
Dimple Fine Old Original
15 yr old
Jameson
Irish Whiskey
12 yr old
The Glenlivet Single Malt
12 yr old
Bushmills
Irish Single Malt
10 yr old
SNACKS
Bread selection: Lightly toasted breads served
with dips.
Antipasto: Cured meats, marinated vegetables, olives and feta served with toasted ciabatta.
Cheeseboard: Local Evansdale cheeses served with crackers and dried fruits.
CONTACT US |
Tonic 138 Princes Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
Telephone (+64) 03 471 9194
Fax (+64) 03 471 9196
Email info @ tonicbar.co.nz
Links to sites listed here:
http://www.soba.org.nz
http://www.emersons.co.nz
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