Our Story

It began in 2015.

Green truck outside at brewery venue.

We started out by turning an old Bedford truck into a mobile brewing and food stand. It wasn’t long before Malcolm and Meron were hitting the streets with fresh food and innovative brews.

“The whole process of brewing fascinated me — it’s just as much a science as an art and there’s so much to learn about it. Brewing was a hobby for me back then but the beer industry had me captivated.”
— Malcolm Blakey

Glass of porter beer outside

Cargo became known for its great events, vibrant atmosphere and high quality drinks.

When the opportunity came to manage one of Queenstown’s oldest pubs, Cargo jumped at it. In the background, their new venue and drink making space was being built. By the start of 2024, Cargo passed the pub onto its next custodians and set up in their new home.

Stone entrance to Cargo Collective

The current chapter of The Cargo Collective has begun with the new Brew Hall in Arthurs Point. Cargo now has a space that provides a venue for private functions, a backdrop for local events and plenty of room to keep crafting high quality brews and spirits.

The Brew Hall

Beer taps in a pub
Beer bottles next to a dog

Explore Cargo

A row of beer bottles
Stone entrance to Cargo Collective