Logo for New Zealand's Homebrew Championships featuring a hop cone and hop leaves, established in 1987.

The Beer Spot presents

New Zealand's
Homebrew Championships 2025

October 10th - 13th 2025 Kumeu

Hosted by River Valley Amateur Wine Makers and Brewers Guild

Entry Forms Must Be In by 12 Noon Saturday September 27th and Your Bottles Must Be Delivered to The Beer Spot Huapai by 5pm Friday October 3rd


Room filled with long tables set up for a wine tasting or event, with bottles of wine and glasses arranged in rows. Several people are standing and walking around, some inspecting the bottles.

Master the craft, claim the cup

New Zealands favourite homebrew wine and beer competition returns to Auckland October 10th – 13th, 2025. Join the best brewers competing for the Homebrewers Championship Cup and the chance to have their brew made famous!

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The Homebrewing Championships

The NZ Homebrew Champs is a prestigious biennial competition held every 2 years across New Zealand, celebrating the art and science of homebrewing. Founded in 1987, the competition provides a platform for passionate homebrewers to showcase their skills, receive expert feedback, and compete for top honours in various beer styles.

Our mission is to support and elevate homebrewing enthusiasts, giving them the opportunity to take their creations from humble garage experiments to award-winning brews. Whether you’re a seasoned brewer or just starting out, the NZ Homebrew Champs is your chance to gain recognition, refine your craft, and join a thriving community of beer lovers.

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