Trusted, Repeatable, Taproom-Ready: Custom Vinyl Tap Badges for Brave Brewing Co.
Since 2018, we’ve partnered with Brave Brewing Co. a standout Hawke’s Bay craft brewery known for flavour-forward beers and a strong local following. They needed a print partner who could consistently produce high-quality vinyl tap badges, with precision, speed and colour accuracy — every time.
So far, we’ve delivered on 27 separate orders, producing thousands of custom tap badges for over 50 different beers. From seasonal one-offs to award-winning flagships, these badges are a core part of Brave’s bar presentation. We’re proud to have become a trusted extension of their production process.
Each badge is printed on translucent vinyl, purpose-built for backlit bar hardware. This matters, many breweries use opaque vinyl that kills the glow. Our process allows the tap badge to light up on the tap, without washing out the artwork. We dial in the colour balance to ensure it looks just as good backlit as it does in ambient light.
We print using our Roland XR-640, a high-resolution, eco-solvent machine perfect for vibrant, consistent output. Once printed, each badge is kiss-cut to 73mm, weeded and supplied in sheets of 12 ready to go.
The process is tight. Print-ready files, fast proofing, consistent finishing and seamless delivery. Every time.
Want something similar for your brewery? Reach out for a free, no-obligation quote.
Specifications:
Finished size:
73mm diameter circle.
Stock:
Backlit Self-Adhesive Vinyl.
Colours:
Printed using eco-solvent inks on one side.
Finishing:
Kiss cut to shape, weeded and supplied on sheets.
Premium Student Work, Done Right: Aimee’s Typographic Specimen Booklet
Aimee a typography student came to us with a clear brief and a beautifully designed type specimen project part of her final hand-in for Massey University. She’d heard from her tutor that we were the go-to team for high-quality student work. And she wasn’t wrong. From the moment we saw her files, we knew this wasn’t a job for cheap paper and basic finishing.
To do the design justice, we printed her covers in solid white ink onto rich, velvety 300gsm Notturno Black card — a premium Italian board chosen for its depth of colour and texture. Inside, we used a mix of 128gsm Silk Matt (for colour accuracy), pearlescent, and transparent sheets to give contrast and rhythm across the 84 internal pages. Every section was imposed and supplied as flat, nested sets — ready for hand binding with exposed Coptic stitching by the talented Susan at Peacock Bindery.
The result? A piece that feels more like an art book than a student project. It’s tactile, layered and shows off Aimee’s type work with the clarity and presence it deserves.
Printing high-end student projects like this is something we genuinely enjoy and take just as seriously as any commercial job.
Ready to elevate your print? Contact us for a custom quote today.
Specifications
Finished size:
200mm (W) x 290mm (H)
Stock:
Cover: 300gsm Notturno black card.
Pages: 128gsm Silk Matt, pearlescent and transparent papers
Colours:
Cover printed in white only, pages printed in CMYK throughout.
Finishing:
Imposed and supplied to client as nested saddle folded sections, for client to coptic stitch.
Bold Branding for Bold Coffee: Limited-Edition Wraps for Emporio x Phoenix FC
When Emporio Coffee teamed up with the Wellington Phoenix as their official coffee partner, they needed packaging that did more than hold beans, it had to celebrate the season. For this special edition, they created a custom coffee blend for fans and partners and asked us to bring the visual side of that story to life.
The brief: wrap-around sleeves for 250g pouches, featuring a bold commissioned illustration of the Phoenix. The goal? Make it feel premium and worthy of both shelf and supporter.
We printed a short run of 250 card wraps using our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, which gave us sharp CMYK colour and dead-accurate alignment. Each sleeve was printed on sturdy 300gsm Advance Laser stock, creased in four spots for a snug fit and finished with double-sided tape for fast application by the Emporio team. Delivered flat, creased and ready to go.
It’s a great example of how short-run print can still make an impact. Eye-catching, on-brand and built with care, just like Emporio’s coffee.
“The Colourcraft team have always been incredibly helpful, friendly and professional… they makes time to discuss our projects, create solutions and produce very high quality products.” – Simon Maguire, Emporio Coffee
Want packaging that does more than just hold product? Get a fast, tailored quote, with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
370mm (W) x 58mm (H)
Stock:
300gsm Advance Laser.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK on outside.
Finishing:
Crease in 4 locations apply double sided tape and trim.
Other Projects for Emporio Coffee
Premium Keg Collar Printing: Reflecting Good George Brewing's Commitment to Craft
At Colourcraft, we're passionate about collaborating with exceptional brands and the work we produce for Good George Brewing Co was no exception. In 2022 over several orders, we printed close to 10,000 keg collars for this iconic Hamilton-based brewery.
Keg collars play a crucial role in identifying and branding beer kegs. These die-cut ‘collars’ are securely attached to the neck of each keg, ensuring that the specific beer inside can be easily recognised during its journey from Good George Brewing Co to bars and establishments throughout the country.
We print keg collars on Formakote Natura 300gsm, a locally-made packaging board sourced from sustainable, well-managed forests in Whakatāne, New Zealand. This board boasts excellent durability, especially when subjected to the rigorous conditions of chillers.
To achieve their unique shape, we cut the keg collars using a precision die-cutting process, using standing cutting tooling that is widely used by our brewery clients throughout the country.
We take pride in our craftsmanship and attention to detail, and we were thrilled to contribute to Good George Brewing Co.'s commitment to delivering extraordinary beers.
Specifications
Finished size:
Flat Collar: 93 x 186mm
Stock:
300gsm Formakote Natura Carton Board.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK on 1 side.
Finishing:
Diecut to size.
Dual Branding, One Print Run: Custom Beer Coasters for Sprig + Fern Taverns
When Sprig + Fern needed a practical way to promote both of their Wellington taverns, Tawa and Thorndon, they came to us for a smart print solution. As a proudly independent Kiwi craft beer brand with strong local followings, they wanted coasters that reflected their identity and worked across two locations. Operator Colin Mallon had trusted us before in a previous role, so he knew we’d get the details right.
Designed for Durability and Flexibility
We printed 5,000 custom beer coasters using a 350gsm Advance Laser board—thick enough to handle busy tavern use without curling or bleeding. Each coaster featured the Tawa logo on one side and the Thorndon logo on the other, digitally printed in solid black for sharp, consistent branding. We used our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070 to ensure precise alignment and crisp detail, even at volume. Final step: clean die-cutting into 100mm circles that feel solid in the hand and sit flat on every table.
Simple Reorders, Always Ready
We’ve stored Sprig + Fern’s artwork and production settings on file, meaning reorders are fast, simple and exactly to spec, just how busy hospitality teams like it.
Need branded drink coasters or custom bar collateral that works hard and looks sharp? Get a fast, tailored quote, with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
100mm diameter circle
Stock:
350gsm Advance Laser
Colours:
Digitally printed in black on both sides
Finishing:
Diecut to size
