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View all testimonials" The response to our award from gin drinkers in Finland and further beyond was fantastic, and our sales over the years have grown over five-fold. "
Miika Lipiäinen / Kyrö Distillery, Finland / Gold and silver medals 2019
" IWSC is the pinnacle. We work hard to encourage brands to join our portfolio, so for them to see that we’ve won this award is very helpful. "
David Hood / Spirit Cartel, UK / Spirits Distributor 2019
" IWSC helped us to realise that we were on the right track at such an early and influential time in our growth as a craft spirits producer. "
Michael Harris / Mountain Distilling Company, Australia / Gold 2019
" When we’re talking to new partners, having this award to say that our spirits are great quality makes a difference when at the negotiation table. "
Nick Ravenhall / ATOM Brands, UK / UK Gin Producer 2019
" There are a lot of spirits competitions out there these days. Pretty soon we might even need a competition for the best competitions! If ever such a day arrived, it’s a safe bet that the IWSC would take home a 'double gold'. "
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As Managing Director of Desert Island Events and IWSC's Alternative Drinks judge Narmeen Kamran shares her systematic approach to impartial drinks evaluation.
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Josh Kelly: Don't get emotionally attached to a liquid
In this Alternative Drinks edition of the IWSC Insider, Buyer and Brand Relations Manager at Club Soda and IWSC Alternative Drinks Judge, Josh Kelly shares the Unique Challenge of Alcohol-Free Judging.
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‘I’ll Have The Unusual’: High-Quality Alternatives in Bar Offerings
These days, when you walk into any progressive bar, you’ll find more than beer, wine and spirits on the menu. The IWSC 2025 Alternative Drinks results reveal an intriguing story.
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How Ready-To-Drink Cocktails Transcended Convenience To Become a Craft Category
The ready-to-drink (RTD) category is undergoing a fundamental transformation. What began as simple convenience products for commuters has evolved into a legitimate craft category, where producers are reimagining classic cocktails and creating entirely new drinking experiences.
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Serious About Zero: Celebrating No-Alcohol Innovation How the no-alcohol category is finding its stride
The no-alcohol drinks revolution has reached a turning point. What began over a decade ago as simple spirit substitutes has evolved into a sophisticated category that's confidently charting its own course
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Lower ABV, Higher Expectations: Spirits with a Lighter Touch
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Beyond Substitution: How Low & No Wines Are Finding Their Voice
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Quality without compromise: BevZero’s role in the low & no wine revolution
With the low & no category going from strength to strength around the globe, the expertise of dealcoholisation specialist BevZero has never been more in demand.
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Narmeen Kamran: Maintaining Objectivity in Alternative Drinks Evaluation
As Managing Director of Desert Island Events and IWSC's Alternative Drinks judge Narmeen Kamran shares her systematic approach to impartial drinks evaluation.
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Josh Kelly: Don't get emotionally attached to a liquid
In this Alternative Drinks edition of the IWSC Insider, Buyer and Brand Relations Manager at Club Soda and IWSC Alternative Drinks Judge, Josh Kelly shares the Unique Challenge of Alcohol-Free Judging.
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‘I’ll Have The Unusual’: High-Quality Alternatives in Bar Offerings
These days, when you walk into any progressive bar, you’ll find more than beer, wine and spirits on the menu. The IWSC 2025 Alternative Drinks results reveal an intriguing story.
Continue readingAlternative drinks
How Ready-To-Drink Cocktails Transcended Convenience To Become a Craft Category
The ready-to-drink (RTD) category is undergoing a fundamental transformation. What began as simple convenience products for commuters has evolved into a legitimate craft category, where producers are reimagining classic cocktails and creating entirely new drinking experiences.
Continue readingAlternative drinks
Serious About Zero: Celebrating No-Alcohol Innovation How the no-alcohol category is finding its stride
The no-alcohol drinks revolution has reached a turning point. What began over a decade ago as simple spirit substitutes has evolved into a sophisticated category that's confidently charting its own course
Continue readingAlternative drinks
Lower ABV, Higher Expectations: Spirits with a Lighter Touch
How challenger brands are redefining what non-alcoholic spirits can achieve
Continue readingAlternative drinks
Beyond Substitution: How Low & No Wines Are Finding Their Voice
Quality leaps and category evolution mark the IWSC's fastest-growing awards programme
Continue readingAlternative drinks
Quality without compromise: BevZero’s role in the low & no wine revolution
With the low & no category going from strength to strength around the globe, the expertise of dealcoholisation specialist BevZero has never been more in demand.
Continue readingAlternative drinks
Narmeen Kamran: Maintaining Objectivity in Alternative Drinks Evaluation
As Managing Director of Desert Island Events and IWSC's Alternative Drinks judge Narmeen Kamran shares her systematic approach to impartial drinks evaluation.
Continue readingAlternative drinks
Josh Kelly: Don't get emotionally attached to a liquid
In this Alternative Drinks edition of the IWSC Insider, Buyer and Brand Relations Manager at Club Soda and IWSC Alternative Drinks Judge, Josh Kelly shares the Unique Challenge of Alcohol-Free Judging.
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