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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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2023 Huangjiu Judging: deliberations from our judges
On Monday, 19 June the IWSC held the first-ever huangjiu awards in Europe. We caught up with our judges to hear about the highlights of the tasting and the unique flavour profile of this ancient Chinese drink.
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Join us for the IWSC's 2023 Awards Celebration
Following the success of our 2022 Award dinner, the IWSC is delighted to announce its return to the Roundhouse, London, for its 2023 Awards Celebration.
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Join the IWSC for our series of events at the 2023 London Wine Fair
The IWSC will be on stand K50 throughout the three days of the London Wine Fair, hosting a series of events which you can sign up for on the London Wine Fair website.
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Catching up with Franklin & Sons ahead of next week's Mixer Awards results
Ahead of our Spirits Results Announcement - including Mixers - on Monday 27th March, we caught up with Tom Singleton, Business Director at Franklin & Sons - sponsor of the IWSC Mixer Awards - on the rich history of their brand as well as key trends in hospitality plus their signature serves and sustainability initiatives.
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IWSC announces the winner of it's 2023 Spirits Supermarket Trophy
Discover the 2023 winner of our Spirits Supermarket Trophy …
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IWSC announces the winner of it's 2023 Wine Supermarket Trophy
Sharing the winner of the IWSC's 2023 Wine Supermarket award, discover the supermarket which has been awarded this year's trophy...
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IWSC announces the winner of it's 2023 Spirits Wholesaler Trophy
A new Business Award for 2023, discover the winner of our Spirits Wholesaler Trophy…
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IWSC announces the winner of it's 2023 Spirits Distributor Trophy
As we continue to share the winners of our 2023 Business Awards, David Kermode announces the winner from our shortlist of entrants for the IWSC's 2023 Spirits Distributor Trophy…
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IWSC announces the winner of it's 2023 Wine Distributor Trophy
Following the announcement of the 2023 shortlist for it's Wine Distributor Trophy, host David Kermode shares 2023 winner of the IWSC’s Wine Distributor Trophy.
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IWSC unveils shortlist for 2023 Spirits Supermarket Trophy
Each year the IWSC recognises individual brands, awarding gold, silver and bronze medals to spirits at its annual Spirits Awards. Looking beyond the tastings, the IWSC also recognises the creativity of the companies bringing these drinks to the customer. The businesses that import or distribute these bottles are distinguished by our Business Awards.
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