Wellington is quickly growing a reputation as a 'craft beer capital' of the world, and as such Wellington Phoenix will partner with local brewery Garage Project to deliver their brews to the fans.

Currently in Australia, the majority of beers provided for fans on matchday are mid-strength, mainly due to tough liquor laws in Australia.

However, fans in New Zealand may be enjoying full-strength craft beers at the next Phoenix home game at Westpac Stadium.

Wellington Phoenix General Manager David Dome was pleased with the news, saying it vindicated what the club was trying to do on and off the park.

“While we have to keep creating winning experiences on the pitch we need to create new and exciting experiences for our fans off the pitch. 

"Garage Project is a fresh, innovative brewery that is developing a global reputation for their approach to all aspects of brewing. Without giving too much away planning is already underway with Garage Project on a range of ideas that our fans will love."

Shane Harmon Chief Executive of Westpac stadium welcomed the news.

“At Westpac Stadium we have a number of projects underway to enhance the fan experience, including upcoming investments in technology as well as the concourse upgrade. 

"Local craft beer regularly tops the list of suggested improvements from fans, and we congratulate the Phoenix and Garage Project for this initiative."