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Alternative drinks
IWSC 2026 No, Low & Mid-Strength and Other Alcoholic Drinks Results announced
The IWSC has unveiled the results of its 2026 No, Low & Mid-strength and Other Alcoholic Drinks Judging, highlighting the rapid evolution of the category through standout RTDs, sophisticated spirit alternatives and flavour-driven low and mid-strength drinks from producers across the globe.
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IWSC No, Low & Mid-Strength Judging 2026: highlights
A landmark year for No, Low and Mid-strength at the IWSC 2026 London Judging saw dedicated expert panels uncover standout quality across spirits, RTDs, functional drinks and wine.
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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
How challenger brands are redefining what non-alcoholic spirits can achieve
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Beyond Substitution: How Low & No Wines Are Finding Their Voice
Quality leaps and category evolution mark the IWSC's fastest-growing awards programme
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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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