" Wine awards are super important. You’re judged at a similar level to other wines and to come out on top means that people trust what you’re doing. "

Tamara Roberts  /  Ridgeview Wine Estate, UK  /  IWSC President 2020

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An IWSC accolade is one of the key pieces of getting your name out there, to actually tell people not only that you exist but also that you have quality, that you are a great product.

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Billy Abbott  /  The Whisky Exchange  /  2022 Spirits Communicator of the Year, shortlist

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Some of the most discerning and demanding palates in the spirits industry can be found at the IWSC’s judging sessions, so achieving any kind of medal is no mean feat!

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Guy Hodcroft  /  Bordeaux Index  /  Judge

" One of the biggest successes we can point to off the back of our IWSC awards, are the largescale customers we have won as a direct result of the award. "

John Hall  /  Trevethan Distillery  /  2021 UK Gin Producer Trophy

"In a competition where the bar is high – the IWSC wine judging process is fair but demanding so achieving a medal is meaningful."

Rebecca Palmer  /  Corney & Barrow  /  Judge

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

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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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Narmeen Kamran: Maintaining Objectivity in Alternative Drinks Evaluation

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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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IWSC Global Judging 2025: Conegliano Valdobbiadene Producer Trophy winner announced

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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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IWSC Emerging Talent Awards: The entrepreneur elevating the wine industry

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

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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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IWSC Emerging Talent Awards: Shaping the future of wine hospitality

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

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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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