[2] The original East Tāmaki location was decommissioned in September 2004, and by 2005, Cock & Bull had opened a chain of five taverns.

In August 2004, Steam Brewing Company purchased Auckland Breweries to meet increased production demands.

This new site contained a 200 bottle per minute glass packaging line, able to fill beer, juice, cider, energy drinks, RTDs and other cold beverages.

Steam Brewing Company's beers have won numerous awards in New Zealand and Australia.

Epic Pale Ale was named Supreme Winner at the 2006 New Zealand International Beer Awards.