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31 August 2026
Judging
Date
23 & 24 March 2027
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22 April 2027
Blog Archives
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Producer Profiles
Kamui Whisky: How Japan’s Northernmost Distillery Is Redefining Terroir in Whisky
Kamui Whisky captures the volcanic terroir of Rishiri Island, crafting award-winning spirits shaped by maritime influence, pristine spring water and pioneering distillation
Producer Profiles
Brokkestøylen: Bringing the Wild Nordic Landscape into the Glass
Brokkestøylen crafts small-batch Nordic spirits from wild-foraged botanicals, capturing the flavours, traditions and seasonal character of Norway’s Setesdal mountains
Producer Profiles
Western Distillery: Tasmania’s Next Chapter in Craft Spirits Through Distillation Expertise
Founded by the team behind Tasmania’s leading still manufacturer, Western Distillery combines engineering expertise, regional identity, and award-worthy craftsmanship to create authentic premium spirits
Producer Profiles
Distillerie Des Alpes — Alpine Tradition, Modern Distinction
La Distillerie Des Alpes marries century-old Chambéry savoir‑faire with contemporary tastecraft, offering refined alpine aromatics, meticulous maceration and a heritage-led story for on‑trade and premium retail
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A gin shaped by ruin, restoration and the wild edge of West Cork
At a time when premium consumers are increasingly seeking provenance, craftsmanship, and authentic storytelling, Castle Freke Gin offers meticulous production, rare botanicals, and the restoration of a historic Irish estate
Producer Profiles
Newfoundland Screech — Jamaica’s Rum, Newfoundland’s Ritual
A 75‑year regional icon, Newfoundland Screech blends Jamaican distillation with authentic provenance, civic pride and tourism rituals to remain commercially dominant and culturally essential
Producer Profiles
Flora Dalmatica: Šibenik’s City‑in‑a‑Bottle Micro Distillery
Founded in 2024 between the Adriatic and Dalmatian karst, Croatia’s only Šibenik micro distillery crafts small‑batch spirits from hand‑harvested botanicals, validating a place‑driven craft built on copper stills and regional ingredients.
Producer Profiles
Nonno Turi — Where Volcanic Terroir Meets Contemporary Sicilian Craft
From an artisanal bakery to an award-winning spirits producer, Nonno Turi is bottling the essence of Sicily through innovation, family heritage, and volcanic character.
Producer Profiles
Land of Plums: Gentlemen’s Collection — An Orchard’s Legacy, Perfected
A family distillery turned premium craft brand, Land of Plums transforms its own orchard fruit into small‑batch plum brandy matured in oak, mulberry and smoketree casks