As 2025 draws to a close, Michael Donaldson reflects on a challenging year for brewers but senses a shift in the wind...

From the regions to the cities – great beers are making their mark right across the country, says Michael Donaldson...

Is your non-alcoholic offering slim or non-existent? Michael Donaldson says you could be missing a trick...

The trend towards fruit-infused brews is ripening nicely, says Michael Donaldson...

Hop heads unite – it’s that time of year again and Michael Donaldson says things are looking great for this year’s fresh hop brews...

Michael Donaldson has some tips on trends to watch in 2025 for New Zealand’s brewing industry...

Michael Donaldson reflects on the lessons from New Zealand’s biggest night in beer...

With times getting tougher, Michael Donaldson, reflects on new ways to draw in the punters…

Chair of Judges, Michael Donaldson, reflects on a stand-out year for the New World Beer & Cider Awards…

Fresh hop season is here - Michael Donaldson has some tips on great new releases to look out for…

As the IPA style continues to evolve, Michael Donaldson picks hops as a major influence in what lies ahead…

At the end of a grim year for beer, Michael Donaldson highlights some of the positives from our brewers…

It’s been a rollercoaster few months for craft beer - Michael Donaldson explains how breweries can learn from all that’s happened and shift the dial…

Think you know dark beers? Michael Donaldson invites you to meet the new arrivals…

Michael Donaldson takes us behind the scenes of the New World Beer & Cider Awards 2023…

Michael Donaldson looks at the ongoing pursuit of newness and the latest exciting addition to the NZ Hops portfolio…

Michael Donaldson examines the CO2 shortage and what could lie ahead for brewers and consumers...

Michael Donaldson breaks down what’s behind the new Cold IPAs we’ll be seeing a lot more of over summer…

Michael Donaldson explains the joy that can be found in a finely made lager…

From big, beasty high ABV beers to ‘better for you’ brews, Michael Donaldson finds the two trends are both on the rise…