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Alternative drinks
The IWSC brings its international cider awards to Somerset
This summer, the IWSC is bringing its international awards to Somerset, South West England, to judge cider, perry, and fruit wine made from 100% juice, not from concentrate.
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94% of Bartenders are stocking no/low
CROSSIP has released its own industry report which celebrates the news that 88% of on-trade venues are now offering no and low alcohol alternative drinks for consumers.
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IWSC announces shortlist for new Low & No and RTD Trophies
Recognising the growing popularity as well as the increasing quality of entries into its Low & No and RTD categories, the IWSC is delighted to announce the shortlists for two new trophies
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IWSC shares results from its 2022 Cider award judging
Announcing the results of its alternative drinks categories, the IWSC is proud to share the medals following the 2022 cider judging...
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Another successful year for the low alcohol category
The IWSC’s Low & No Awards is its biggest recent success story with entries growing for the third year. 2022 entries for the 1.2% and lower category were up over 225% versus the previous year demonstrating the continuing surge in popularity and relevance for these drinks.
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IWSC shares medal results following its lighter alcohol judging
Announcing the results of its alternative drinks categories, the IWSC is proud to share the medals for its Ligher Alcohol awards.
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IWSC announces results of its 2022 Mixer Awards
IWSC announces results of its 2022 Mixer Awards. Sharing the ultimate drinks pairings with Double Dutch Drinks
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High quality cocktails awarded in the IWSC’s RTD & premixed judging
Announcing the results of its alternative drinks categories, the IWSC is proud to share the medals and trophy results following its RTD and pre-mixed category tastings
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IWSC shares results from its recent vermouth judging
Announcing the results of its alternative drinks categories, the IWSC is proud to share its 2022 vermouth trophy winner and medal results
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IWSC highlights innovation and increasing interest in the flavoured wine category
Announcing the results of its alternative drinks categories, the IWSC is proud to share the medals following the 2022 wine-based and flavoured judging...
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