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Each week we publish stories about the best wines and spirits, our experts, upcoming events, and beverage industry news. And, don't miss our new IWSC Insights series, where we take an in-depth look into drinks businesses and markets around the world. Looking for recommendations? Visit our consumer website Club Oenologique to read our top 10s and reviews.
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Vodka Producer 2019: Zubrowka
Whether it’s known as ‘bison-grass vodka’, ‘16th-century vodka’ or even ‘healthy vodka’, this brand certainly knows how to steal the show
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Spirit news
UK Gin Producer 2019: Atom Brands
“Only the best” is the simple philosophy Atom Brands abides by in order to create its exceptional range of craft spirits
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Spirit news
IWSC whiskies auctioned for coronavirus charity work
Whiskies blended for the 500th anniversary of Scotch whisky will be auctioned by Whisky.Auction to support those affected by COVID-19
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Meet the maker: Barb Grossenbacher, Edelwhite Gin
IWSC talks to award-winning Swiss producer Barb Grossenbacher of Edelwhite Gin, which holds the Gin and Tonic Trophy 2019
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Wine news
Sweet Wine Producer 2019: Weingut Horst Sauer
This family-run winery – named after its owner Horst Sauer – crafts wines of purity and intensity of flavour
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Meet the maker: Khalil Wardy, Domaine Wardy
Domaine Wardy is a family owned winery and distillery located in the Beqaa Valley in Lebanon, which has won 21 awards with IWSC
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Worldwide Whiskey Producer 2019: Irish Distillers
Not content with winning this coveted title once, Irish Distillers has retained its place as the world’s leading whiskey producer
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Wine news
IWSC Wine Communicator 2020 shortlist: Melissa Monosoff MS
Melissa Monosoff’s experience working with food has given her a unique perspective and personality expressed in her wine communication
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IWSC Wine Communicator 2020 shortlist: Anne Krebiehl MW
Anne Krebiehl MW has found a wide audience for her wine writing, while working vintages and studying for her MW examination
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IWSC Wine Communicator 2020 shortlist: Elaine Chukan Brown
Elaine Chukan Brown is a writer specialising in North American and New Zealand’s wines
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