Bold Branding Meets Shelf Appeal: Folding Hang Tags for Hallertau Brewery
Hallertau Brewery is no ordinary brewpub. Based in Riverhead, they’re known for bold craft beer, wood-fired food, and a venue that feels part biergarten, part backyard. So when they launched a limited-run Bolognese sauce—yes, a handcrafted sauce from a craft brewery they needed packaging that told the story just as well as the product itself. The ask? A folding hang tag that could carry a full recipe, reflect their premium brand, and still hang neatly from a bottle on shelf.
We digitally printed 250 concertina-fold tags on 250gsm Top Flight board—thick enough to hold its shape but still fold beautifully. Full-colour on both sides gave Hallertau’s white-on-red branding the punch it needed, while the inner panels detailed ingredients and prep instructions. Everything was die-cut to a custom shape using a new cutting form, then weeded and supplied flat for final folding onsite.
This piece did double duty: it told a story and sold the product. The compact 45x94mm folded size made it perfect for retail, while the unfolding action encouraged customers to interact with the brand. That’s not just packaging—that’s engagement.
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Specifications
Finished size:
180x94mm creased to 45x94mm
Stock:
250gsm Top Flight Carton Board
Colours:
Printed in CMYK on both sides
Finishing:
Die-cut to size and supplied flat
Accessible, Durable and On Brand: Translation Booklets for Wellington Museum
Wellington Museum came to us with a straightforward print need: a set of A5 booklets featuring te reo Māori translations of their Fortune exhibition content. These would be placed in the exhibition space for visitors to browse or take, so they needed to be durable, cost-effective, and easy to replace.
After exploring a few different production options, we landed on a practical, budget-conscious solution: 50 A5-sized booklets, saddle-stapled, printed in black-only to keep things simple and clean. The 20 internal pages were printed on 100gsm Advance Laser—FSC certified and ultra-smooth for readability—while the 210gsm Trophee Intensive Red covers added a bright, distinctive finish that stood out in the space.
We printed the job on our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, which ensured consistent print quality, perfect alignment, and a professional finish across every copy.
The result? A no-fuss, high-quality print job that does exactly what it needs to—clearly present the content, look sharp, and handle regular use in a busy exhibition space.
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Specifications
Finished size:
A5 (148x210mm)
Stock:
Covers: 210gsm Trophee Red
Pages: 100gsm Advance Laser
Colours:
Printed black throughout.
Finishing:
Saddle stitched and trimmed to size.
Premium Training Tool: Custom Card Pack + Wallet-Style Carton for ComplyWith
ComplyWith is a Wellington-based legal compliance platform helping organisations across New Zealand get their compliance right, without the guesswork. For their “Building Blocks of Good Compliance” initiative, they needed a premium, tactile training tool: 300 sets of custom double-sided playing cards, neatly packaged in branded cartons.
Each set included 28 custom-sized cards (76mm x 110mm, rounded corners), printed in full colour both sides. The goal was to turn complex compliance ideas into something accessible, hands-on and memorable, using the power of a well-designed physical tool to reinforce learning. The impact was clear: just two months after the initial run, ComplyWith returned for a second order of another 300 units.
The project involved tight deadlines, late-stage design changes and multiple decision-makers, so speed, precision and proactive support were non-negotiable. We produced structural carton prototypes early, advised on format options (wallet vs tuck-in vs two-piece), and supported Salted Herring’s design team with precise, production-ready dielines.
The final packs were printed on our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, delivering flawless colour consistency across all sets. Cards were printed on 300gsm Pro-Digital Silk stock and matte laminated both sides for durability and smooth handling. The cartons were printed on 260gsm Tiger FBB board, matte laminated one side for protection and a refined, soft-touch feel. Internal messaging beneath the flap completed the unboxing experience.
"We always receive the best service and quality products from Colourcraft. They have a super speedy turnaround and their team is very professional." — Kathryn McCormack, ComplyWith
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Specifications
Finished size:
Carton: 335.4 x 189.7 mm
Cards: 76 x 110mm
Stock:
Carton: 260gsm Tiger FBB board
Cards: 300gsm Pro-Digital Silk
Colours:
CMYK both sides
Finishing:
Matt Laminate cards and caron, diecut to shape, glued and assembled.
MacDiarmid Institute Annual Reports: High-Quality Print for Impactful Research Communication
The MacDiarmid Institute is New Zealand’s leading Centre of Research Excellence, specialising in advanced materials and nanotechnology. The Institute needed a trusted print partner to produce their annual reports, key documents that showcase their groundbreaking research and significant contributions to science and innovation. With design crafted by Gary at the Gas Project, these reports required precision quality to reflect the professionalism and precision of the Institute’s work.
For the 2017, 2018, and 2019 reports, we digitally printed on Advance Laser stock, selected for its sharp finish and reliable colour consistency. The covers used 240gsm paper for durability, while the internal pages were printed on a lighter 120gsm stock, balancing quality with ease of handling. Perfect binding gave the 2018 and 2019 editions a clean, professional look, while the 2017 report featured a sewn open bind with an exposed spine—highlighting the craftsmanship involved. Using our Ricoh C9100 press ensured vibrant, consistent CMYK colour reproduction, perfectly suited to the detailed infographics and images that bring the reports to life.
Each year, we worked closely with the client to prepare print-ready files, provide proof approvals, and meet delivery schedules. The collaboration ensured every page was crisp and the final product aligned with the Institute’s high standards.
Need precise, quality printing for your business reports or branded collateral? Request a free, no-obligation quote today.
Specifications
Finished size:
A4 210mm (W) x 297mm (H)
Stock:
Cover: 240gsm Advance Laser.
Pages: 120gsm Advance Laser.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK throughout.
Finishing:
2017 Report: Coptic Stitched.
2018 Report: Perfect Bound.
Smart, Scalable Print: Custom Keg Collars for Hallertau Brewery
Nestled in Riverhead, just outside Auckland, Hallertau Brewery is a pioneer of New Zealand’s modern craft beer scene — and one of our longest-standing keg collar clients. With an ever-evolving lineup of beers and a commitment to freshness, they needed a way to brand kegs clearly and consistently across dozens of SKUs, without slowing down production or adding friction for their team.
We’ve produced tens of thousands of flat keg collars for Hallertau since 2017, using a standardised setup we’ve refined to serve over 30 breweries across New Zealand. Every collar is printed on sturdy 284gsm Formakote Natura board, diecut to a precise 93 × 186mm, and supplied flat for efficient storage and quick application. Colours stay sharp, even after time in the chiller — and we keep their artwork, samples, and print settings on file for fast, repeatable reprints with no colour surprises.
Static details: beer name, style, ABV, branding, are pre-printed, with space left for batch codes and dates to be added on site. It’s a practical, repeatable system that keeps quality high and turnaround times low.
We offer two keg collar formats: the flat style used by Hallertau (simple, cost-effective, reliable), and a folding version — like the one we produce for Ground Up Brewing — that locks the tap badge in place for extra hold during transport. Both are built on the same print specs, using shared dies and structures developed in-house, meaning consistent results, sharp pricing, and faster turnarounds no matter your format.
Need a repeatable system that still makes your beers pop? Get a fast, tailored quote, with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
93 x 186mm
Stock:
300gsm Top Flight Carton Board.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK on one side.
Finishing:
Diecut to size and supplied flat.