The 2025 London Spirits Competition has named Havana Club International as Distillery of the Year, a prestigious recognition awarded to the top-performing distillery whose portfolio consistently excels in quality, value, and packaging.

This year, Havana Club International impressed the competition’s elite judging panel with multiple standout entries under the Havana Club brand—each receiving exceptional scores across all judging criteria. The win marks a crowning achievement for the Cuban distillery, long celebrated for preserving traditional rum-making heritage while continuously evolving to meet modern tastes.

“Being named Distillery of the Year is a significant milestone that reflects not just one great spirit, but an entire range of world-class offerings,” said Sid Patel, CEO of the London Spirits Competition. “Havana Club International's dedication to craft, consistency, and authenticity was evident in every bottle submitted this year. Their rums stood out for their balance, structure, and powerful sense of place.”

A Portfolio of Winners

Among the highlights from Havana Club International’s winning lineup were:

Havana Club Original Añejo 3 Años - 98 Points

Havana Club Gran Reserva 15 Años - 98 Points, Spirit of the Year Cuba, Rum of the Year

Havana Club 7 Años - 98 Points

Havana Club Añejo Especial - 97 Points

Each of these expressions was judged by a panel of some of the UK’s most influential bartenders, spirits buyers, and master mixologists, who evaluate entries based on a unique 3-pillar system: Quality, Value for Money, and Packaging—ensuring real-world relevance for both trade and consumers.

A Legacy of Cuban Excellence

With its roots deeply embedded in Cuban culture, Havana Club International has long championed the art of rum-making. Their distilling philosophy emphasizes natural fermentation, long aging processes, and the careful blending overseen by Cuba’s Maestros del Ron Cubano.

This award solidifies Havana Club’s role not just as a heritage brand, but as a modern leader in the global rum category. The 2025 Distillery of the Year title acknowledges their ability to craft both widely loved and critically acclaimed spirits that resonate with a new generation of drinkers.