Early Deadline
30 November 2026
Judging
Date
23 & 24 March 2027
Winners Announced
22 April 2027
Blog Archives
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Spirits Reviews
From Australia to the UK: Why Saint Juniper Gins Deserve a Place on Your Portfolio
As UK gin consumers turn back to substance over spectacle, an Australian distiller arrives with exactly what they're looking for
Insights
The London Spirits Competition: What It Is and How Producers Can Enter
Built around how buyers actually evaluate spirits, the London Spirits Competition offers producers trade-relevant recognition with real commercial weight
Insights
Breaking Into the UK: A Spirits Producer's Guide to Buyers and Distribution
The UK is one of the world's great drinks markets — but getting your product on shelves requires knowing exactly how it works
Insights
How to Choose the Right Spirits Competition for Your Distillery
Not all awards carry the same weight. Here's what separates the competitions worth entering from the ones worth skipping
Insights
What It Takes to Win at the London Spirits Competition
From whisky to ready-to-drink, here's how spirits are judged, what medals mean, and why the results matter to the trade
Insights
Can Winning an Award Actually Help Your Spirits Brand Get Distribution?
Awards won't guarantee a distribution deal, but when used strategically, they can open doors that cold pitches rarely do
Insights
How Spirits Brands Use Awards to Sell More Bottles
Spirits brands don't just enter awards for the trophy, instead they use recognition as a calculated sales and marketing tool
News
London Spirits Competition Invites UK Importers to Compete for Importer of the Year 2026
A distinction recognising portfolio strength, commercial discipline, and sustained performance within the UK spirits trade.
Interviews
How Digital Platforms Are Redefining Gin Quality
Moving Beyond a Single Tasting to Shared, Real-World Experience