The New Zealand Beer Awards 2025 are officially open for entries, marking the 19th year of the prestigious competition that recognises excellence in brewing and industry-wide achievements.
Organised by the Brewers Guild of New Zealand, the awards are open to commercial brewers of all sizes across New Zealand and Australia. This year introduces a new accolade—the Champion Australian Brewery trophy—expanding the competition’s reach across the Tasman.
“We are really looking forward to this year’s competition and to celebrating quality beer,” said Melanie Kees, Executive Director of the Brewers Guild. “We’re also excited to introduce a new trophy – Champion Australian Brewery – welcoming breweries from across the Tasman to the competition.”
In 2024, the awards received over 700 entries from more than 70 breweries, and organisers expect similar participation levels in 2025.
Brewers will compete across a wide range of categories, including beer style trophies, industry awards, and champion brewery honours. The competition culminates in the announcement of two premier titles: Champion New Zealand Brewing Company and Champion New Zealand Beer.
Judging is scheduled for July at Riccarton Park in Christchurch, supported by nearly 60 volunteers. The winners will be revealed at a gala dinner in Christchurch on August 2.
Entries close on Friday, June 27.
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