INSIGHT REPORT

A DEEP DIVE INTO THE NO LO CATEGORY

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" 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'. "

Brad Japhe  /  Forbes  /  Read more

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The IWSC is the world’s largest and most influential low & no and alternative drinks awards

Whether you're looking for expert, impartial evaluation, benchmarking or generating trade and consumer interest - we're here to help. The International Wine & Spirit Competition has over 50 years of experience, world-renowned judges, an innovative and market-driven approach and we give feedback on all entries. Enter IWSC's international awards to get your drinks noticed.

The IWSC brings its international cider awards to Somerset

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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03 - 07 July

Wine judging in Argentina, with Wines of Argentina

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Wine Judging in South Africa

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16 June

2023 100% Fresh Pressed Cider awards

25 July

2023 South Africa 'in situ' wine awards