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Insights

04/09/2026

The Cocktails Dominating London Bars This Summer

By London's Leading Mixologist, Harp Mann

Insights

03/09/2026

How London Spirits Competition Judging Really Happens: Quality, Value and Packaging Explained

An inside look at the complete judging process—from the blind Quality tasting and Value assessment to the hands-on Packaging review, score calculation, and feedback provided to entrants.

Insights

31/08/2026

How Judges Assess Packaging at the London Spirits Competition

This article explains when a spirit’s complete package is revealed, how judges physically and commercially assess it, how the packaging score is calculated, and how it contributes to the spirit’s overall final score.

Insights

27/08/2026

How Judges Assess Quality at the London Spirits Competition

An inside look at blind tasting, what judges assess, how the quality score is calculated and the constructive feedback every entrant receives.

Insights

27/08/2026

How Judges Assess Value at the London Spirits Competition

This article explains how the value score is assessed, what judges consider when evaluating value and how the value score contributes to a spirit’s overall final score at the London Spirits Competition.

Insights

20/07/2026

How Winning Helped Distilleries Grow Their Business

Real stories from award-winning distilleries on how medals opened doors, built buyer confidence, and drove lasting commercial growth.

Insights

03/07/2026

Lume Distilling: How 100-Bottle Batches Are Putting an Australian Gin on the Global Stage

A Sydney distillery is proving that small batches can make a big impression.

Insights

02/07/2026

HEDONYA: How BBG Spirits Is Reimagining Gin for a New Generation

A Latvian producer is building a premium gin brand with global ambitions.

Insights

24/06/2026

How the London Spirits Competition Generated Global Press

London Spirits Competition helps winning brands generate global awareness through global media coverage and trade recognition.