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1 Hazy days of summer now come in a six-pack, courtesy of Sawmill Brewery. Their hazy mixed pack includes East Coast IPA, Nelson Sauvin IPA and Hazy Pale Ale – they’re hoppy but without the bitterness of regular IPA, and just perfect for summer drinking. RRP $26.99. sawmillbrewery.co.nz

2 First Light’s new venison burgers, sausages, meatballs and chipolatas have a little bit extra – a smidge of grass-fed Wagyu beef added in which makes them extra juicy. From supermarkets, Moore Wilson’s and Farro Fresh, RRP $12.99. firstlight.farm 3 Dress salads, drizzle over grilled meat or fish or use as a marinade for chicken, seafood or veges – Sabato Italian Balsamic, Classic French or Smoky Spanish dressings will see you through the long summer. $11.90 for 250ml. sabato.co.nz

4 1839 honey comes in a great squeezy pouch (with lovely graphics, too), so you can get to the very last triplechurned super-smooth drop. Trust codes mean you can be sure it’s the genuine article. Pouches RRP $14.99 & $22.99 for 400g. 1839honey.com

5 The elegant caddies of Studio Red Wellness Tea house quality organic tea, including New Zealand Breakfast with Kawakawa, Earl Grey with Mānuka Leaf and Lemon, Ginger, Lemongrass and Horopito. Online from $36. studioredwellness.com