Where Are You Sipping This Dry July? A Guide to Terps Spots Around Aotearoa

There’s something magic about sipping your drink in a place that just gets it.

This Dry July, we’re helping you go booze-free - but not buzz-free. Because your experience isn’t just about what’s in the glass. It’s about where you are when you lift it. The lighting. The playlist. The people-watching. The freedom to drive home at midnight if you feel like it.

So if you're wondering where to take your new sober swagger, we’ve mapped out some of our favourite spots across Aotearoa pouring Terps & Co - no questions asked, no eyebrows raised.

Think of it as your zero-proof bar crawl, minus the regret. We’ve also created handy Google maps that you can save to your phone. Yep, we know, genius. Check them out here.

Cornelia - Auckland, Parnell

Vibe: Sun-soaked minimalism, artful but unfussy
Why Go: The menu is an ode to fresh produce and thoughtful drinks—no better home for our gin-like spirit.
Pro Move: Ask for a zero-proof G&T featuring Terps gin, garnished with foraged herbs.
Scene: Aperitivo hour never tasted this plush (or this hangover-free).

Trivet - Auckland CBD

Vibe: Earthy, contemporary, terroir-driven
Why Go: Botanically-inclined food with botanical drinks? Synchronicity.
Pro Move: Book the tasting menu and sub in a different Terps drink per course.
Scene: Elevated dining where your nervous system stays just as calm as your palette.

The Tasting Room - Wellington, Te Aro

Vibe: Welcoming, all-in, “bring your nan or your band”
Why Go: Elevated pub fare meets a curated non-alc list. Grab a table, order Terps on tap, and let the good times flow.
Pro Move: Mix and match a Terps drink with each course—the bartender’s always up for the challenge.
Scene: The sort of spot where strangers become mates before the mains arrive.

Panhead - Wellington, Te Aro

Vibe: Rock’n’roll brewery, diesel for the soul
Why Go: Classic craft culture with a Dry July twist—where your pint glass can hold more than just beer.
Pro Move: Try a Terps RTD alongside your favourite Panhead brew—double-fisting encouraged, but only for the flavour.
Scene: Loud, lively, and laid-back—a garage for grown-up fun.

Longbeach - Kāpati, Waikanae

Vibe: Surfside chill meets bistro chic
Why Go: Where the coastline is wild, but your mocktail is meticulously balanced.
Pro Move: Brunch with Terps RTDs—order the eggs any way, keep the G&Ts flowing (no judgement, they’re zero-proof).
Scene: Sun, sea, sips—bring the dog, the crew, or just your sketchbook.

Don’t see your local watering hole? Give them a nudge and let them know what they’re missing out on!

Hilton, Auckland CBD

Vibe: Waterfront, classic, just a bit boujee
Why Go: Because nothing says “I’m living my best Dry July” like a non-alc margarita with panoramic harbour views.
Pro Move: Pair a Terps margarita with oysters at golden hour.
Scene: Holiday mode unlocked, minus the “what did I text last night?” anxiety.

Cordis – Our Land Bar, Auckland

Vibe: Native New Zealand ingredients, world-class bartending
Why Go: Go for the local pride, stay for the Tequila-style Terps cocktail that lets you party without paying the price tomorrow.
Pro Move: Nab a bar seat, chat with the crew about their favourite zero-alc mixes, and sip your way through the full Terps range.
Scene: Cosy but buzzy—perfect for big ideas, impromptu yarns, and not missing a beat on Monday morning.

IZU - Auckland, Papakura

Vibe: Neo-Izakaya with a rebel streak
Why Go: Sashimi meets Sunday Session—pairing modern Japanese bites with terpene-powered RTDs.
Pro Move: Order a tasting flight and let the bartender match your mood with a Terps & Co can for each course.
Scene: Lively, communal, and unbuttoned—where good vibes and umami roll late into the evening.

Quail’s Nest Eatery – New Plymouth

Vibe: Cottage-core charm with modern menu twists
Why Go: Perfect for a sunny brunch or quiet solo date with a book
Pro Move: Order a flight of Terps and journal your reviews like a wine snob
Scene: Flowers on the table, flavour in your glass, nowhere else to be

Highwater - Wellington, Te Aro

Vibe: Urban rustic, fire-driven, quietly cool
Why Go: Known for their thoughtful kitchen and even more thoughtful drinks list. Terps & Co gin or tequila-style? They’ll craft it to suit the flames.
Pro Move: Go for the set menu, ask for a Terps pairing, and let your palate time travel.
Scene: Like stumbling into a secret supper club—except you actually remember the stories in the morning.

Salt & Wood Collective - Kāpati, Waikanae

Vibe: Retro-industrial, serious about coffee, playful about everything else
Why Go: This is the sort of spot that redefines “café culture”—plants, playlists, Terps cans in the fridge.
Pro Move: Grab a board game and a Monday Mule, settle in for a long, lazy session.
Scene: Feels like a mate’s flat—if your mate was a design freak with a knack for botanicals.

Hilton - Queenstown

Vibe: Alpine luxe, high-altitude energy, feet-up relaxation
Why Go: For a non-alc drink that matches the view—stunning, sophisticated, just a little bit wild.
Pro Move: Après-ski, pre-dinner, or late-night wind-down—there’s a Terps drink to suit every mood and mountain.
Scene: The ultimate Dry July flex—living large, waking clear