Chance, Luck & Magic 2024 – Wild Workshop (Garage Project)

Complex. Evolved. Truly Unique.

Beer Overview

Chance, Luck & Magic 2024 from Wild Workshop, the mixed fermentation arm of Garage Project, is a rare and beautifully composed spontaneous blend—a true expression of time, place and patience.

Crafted from a selection of one to five-year-old spontaneously fermented beers, this release represents the pinnacle of Wild Workshop’s brewing philosophy. Aged in oak and carefully blended, it delivers layered acidity, delicate fruit character and a refined, bone-dry finish.

This is not just a beer—it’s a living, evolving blend shaped by nature, time and the brewery’s inner-city terroir.

Flavour Profile

Taste: Tart orchard fruit, citrus peel and soft funk with subtle oak complexity.
Mouthfeel: Light to medium-bodied, crisp and refined.
Finish: Dry, elegant and lingering with balanced acidity.

Aroma

Complex aromas of lemon zest, green apple, light stone fruit and gentle earthy funk, with subtle oak and fermentation character.

Brewing Process & Uniqueness

Chance, Luck & Magic is a 100% spontaneously fermented blend, created using beer aged between one and five years. Fermentation occurs naturally through wild yeast and bacteria, capturing the unique microbial character of Wild Workshop’s environment.

The beers are matured in French oak (and acacia), where they slowly develop acidity, structure and depth. Over time, each barrel evolves differently, allowing the brewers to carefully select and blend components to achieve balance and complexity.

The result is a beer that reflects both time and terroir—a harmonious blend shaped by nature as much as by intention.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at: 8–12°C in a wine glass or tulip.

Perfect with:

• Soft cheeses and washed rind cheeses
• Charcuterie
• Seafood dishes
• Light salads
• As an aperitif or contemplative sipper

About Wild Workshop (Garage Project)

Wild Workshop is the mixed fermentation and barrel-ageing project from Garage Project, dedicated to exploring spontaneous fermentation, wild yeast and long-term ageing.

Operating separately from the main brewery, Wild Workshop focuses on creating beers inspired by traditional lambic and farmhouse methods, using time, wood and natural fermentation to build complexity and character. Each release is shaped by its environment, with an emphasis on terroir, blending and patience.

The result is a range of beers that blur the line between beer and wine—complex, evolving and deeply expressive.

About Garage Project

Garage Project is one of the most innovative and boundary-pushing breweries in the global craft beer scene. Founded in 2011 in Wellington, New Zealand, the brewery began in a small garage in Aro Valley—living up to its name both literally and philosophically. What started as a tiny, experimental setup quickly evolved into one of the most influential craft breweries in the Southern Hemisphere.

From the outset, Garage Project built its reputation on a simple idea: “try something new.” This ethos led to their now-famous 24/24 project, where they brewed 24 different beers in 24 weeks. The project showcased their creativity, technical ability and willingness to explore new styles, ingredients and brewing techniques—laying the foundation for everything that followed.

Today, Garage Project produces an incredibly diverse range of beers, from hop-forward hazy IPAs and pale ales to mixed fermentation beers, barrel-aged releases, lagers and experimental one-offs. Their brewing is driven by curiosity and innovation, often incorporating unusual ingredients, modern hop products and cutting-edge fermentation methods.

The brewery is particularly known for its use of New Zealand hops, including varieties such as Nelson Sauvin, Motueka and Nectaron, which deliver distinctive flavours of tropical fruit, citrus and white grape. Garage Project has also played a key role in advancing hop innovation through projects like Hāpi Research, a collaborative initiative focused on developing new hop varieties and flavour profiles.

Beyond the beer itself, Garage Project is instantly recognisable for its bold, artistic branding. Each release features unique label artwork created in collaboration with artists and designers, reflecting the brewery’s strong connection to Wellington’s creative culture.

Despite its global reach and reputation, Garage Project remains fiercely independent and rooted in its origins. With multiple sites including their original Aro Valley brewery and dedicated mixed fermentation facilities, they continue to push the boundaries of what beer can be—combining technical skill, creativity and a relentless drive to innovate.

From experimental one-offs to world-class IPAs, Garage Project represents modern craft brewing at its most imaginative and exciting.

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