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25 Highly Commended Beer & Ciders of 2025

These beers & ciders were awarded Highly Commended at the New World Beer & Cider Awards 2025. They have varied availability - some are widely available, some are only available in selected New World stores and some are seasonal releases.
These are all fantastic brews so if you see them, snap them up! Tap the tile to see the tasting notes. 
Beers Ol' Bluey

Crisp apple base with warming ginger spice. Light sweetness and a refreshing finish.

Detroit IPA

Bold and resinous with pine, citrus, and a firm malt backbone. Classic American IPA profile.

Brain Smiles

Juicy and soft-bodied with vibrant citrus and tropical fruit aromas from US hops. Smooth mouthfeel and a refreshing finish.

American Hazy IPA

Bold hop character with notes of mango, pineapple, and citrus. Low bitterness and a pillowy texture.

Sea Spray Dry Hopped Pilsner

Crisp and clean with bright tropical and gooseberry notes from Riwaka and Nelson Sauvin hops. Subtle bitterness and a dry finish.

White Mischief

Tart and fruity with juicy peach flavor, balanced by a touch of salt. Light-bodied and refreshing.

Bitterbitch

Assertive bitterness with pine, citrus, and stone fruit notes. A classic NZ hop-forward IPA.

Morningcider Black Cider

 Rich and dark with roasted apple character and a dry finish. Slightly tannic with a hint of spice.

The Pict Pear

Aromatic and crisp with fresh pear juice, floral notes, and a hint of vanilla. Balanced sweetness and acidity.

American Pale Ale

Balanced malt and hop profile with citrus and pine notes. Medium body and moderate bitterness.

Beer Baroness Sunshine & Spaceships

Bright and juicy with tropical fruit and citrus from Strata hops. Soft bitterness and a smooth finish.

Hazy Alcoholic Ginger Beer

Zesty ginger and lemon with a light sweetness. Slight haze and a refreshing, spicy kick

Raspberry Ripple, Ice Cream Sour

Creamy and tart with raspberry puree, vanilla, and lactose. Dessert-like with a smooth, tangy finish.

Peckham's Cidery and Orchard Boysenberry

Juicy boysenberry flavor over a structured cider apple base. Tart, fruity, and vibrant.

Epic Blue Low Carb Pale Ale

 Light-bodied with citrus and pine hop notes. Clean and crisp with a dry finish.

Sawmill X Pale Ale

Pale and refreshing with subtle tropical and citrus hop character. Easy-drinking and sessionable.

Tropical Knockout

Bursting with tropical fruit flavors like passionfruit and mango. Soft mouthfeel and low bitterness.

Espresso'self

Bursting with tropical fruit flavors like passionfruit and mango. Soft mouthfeel and low bitterness.

Eddyline Brewery EddyLite Low Carb Pale Ale

 Light and crisp with citrus and lime zest from Motueka and Citra hops. Refreshing and easy-drinking.

Kaiserdom Wheat Beer 4.7% Can 1L

Cloudy and smooth with banana and clove esters. Mild bitterness and a creamy wheat body.

Speight's Gold Medal Ale

Light malt sweetness with a smooth amber body. Easy-drinking with a subtle hop finish.

Waikato Draught

Strong malt backbone with defined bitterness. Clean texture and spicy hop aroma.

IPA Series - NZ Bright IPA

Bright and hoppy with tropical and citrus notes from NZH101 and Nectaron hops. Clean and crisp.

Konbini Yuzu and Lemon

 Zesty and refreshing with bright citrus from yuzu and lemon. Light-bodied and tangy.

Tinkers Tickler

Balanced malt and hop bitterness with caramel and earthy notes. Smooth and sessionable.