25 Highly Commended Beer & Ciders of 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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