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Each week we publish stories about the best wines and spirits, our experts, upcoming events, and beverage industry news. And, don't miss our new IWSC Insights series, where we take an in-depth look into drinks businesses and markets around the world. Looking for recommendations? Visit our consumer website Club Oenologique to read our top 10s and reviews.

Spirit news

Dawn Davies MW: The Art of Objective Spirits Evaluation

As Head Buyer at Speciality Drinks and member of IWSC's Spirits Judging Committee, Dawn Davies MW shares insights into maintaining objectivity in spirits evaluation.

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Wine news

Elizabeth Kelly MW: It's important to stay impartial when you encounter your favourite type of wine

Product Development Manager at Tesco and IWSC Judge Elizabeth Kelly MW shares her systematic approach to impartial wine evaluation

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Alternative 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.

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Wine news

IWSC Global Judging 2025: Conegliano Valdobbiadene Producer Trophy winner announced

Discover the top Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore producer of 2025, organised in cooperation with the Consorzio di Tutela del Prosecco di Conegliano Valdobbiadene.

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Wine news

IWSC Emerging Talent Awards: The entrepreneur elevating the wine industry

Jessica Summer has been crowned the IWSC Emerging Talent in Wine 2025. As the founder of Mouse & Grape, Jessica is reshaping the way consumers experience the art of cheese and wine pairing, building a brand rooted in authenticity, innovation, and customer connection.

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Spirit news

Announcing the winner of the 2025 IWSC Emerging Talent in Spirits Award

Today we are pleased to announce the winner of the IWSC Emerging Talent in Spirits Award. This year's winner is an entrepreneur who founded her business in 2018 who was commended by the judges for her energy, broad involvement in the business.

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Wine news

IWSC Emerging Talent Awards: Shaping the future of wine hospitality

This year’s winner of the IWSC Emerging Talent in Wine Hospitality Award is an international candidate who fought off stiff competition to claim the final prize.

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Spirit news

IWSC Emerging Talent Awards: A voice for change in the bartending world

This year's winner was selected for her passion, enthuiasm and work to help create inclusive working environments for people suffering from chronic illness and pain.

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