Gin Awards

Reflecting trends in the industry, the IWSC has updated it's gin categories:

• Classic / Traditional Gin - gins that are juniper forward. Although predominantely juniper, there will be a harmony between juniper and other traditional gin botanicals, i.e. coriander seed, angelica root, citrus peels, among others. Including London Dry.
• Contemporary Gin - while juniper still plays a clear role, it often shares the stage with an ensemble of other botanicals and is less pronounced than in "Classic" gins.
• Flavoured Gin - allows a particular flavour or combination of flavours other than juniper to intentionally dominate the profile. This is often achieved through post-distillation infusions of fruits, spices, or other flavourings.

The IWSC also have categories for Old Tom, Sloe Gin and Wood Finished/Rested Gin. Gin is a category that is constantly evolving, therefore if you are struggling to find a category for your innovative gin, please contact info@iwsc.net and we will be happy to help. 

We created our Mixer Awards to crown the world's best Gin & Tonic.

A specialist judging panel will assess how well each gin pairs with, our sponsor, Franklin & Sons' Tonic Water.

The gin & tonic will comprise one part gin to three parts tonic; no ice or garnish is used, and the drink will be tasted blind.

Entry into the Mixer add-on Awards is £139 per gin.