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IWSC shares shortlist for inaugural Spirits Wholesaler Trophy
Each year the IWSC recognises individual brands, awarding gold, silver and bronze medals to spirits at its annual spirits judging. Beyond these tastings, the IWSC also recognises the creativity of the companies bringing these drinks to the customer with its Business Awards.
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IWSC announces shortlist for 2023 Spirits Distributor 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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IWSC reveals shortlist for 2023 Wine Distributor Trophy
Each year the IWSC recognises individual drinks, awarding gold, silver and bronze medals to wines at its annual wine judging. Looking beyond the bottles, the IWSC is also keen to recognise the creativity of the companies that bring these drinks to the consumer. The businesses that import and distribute these bottles. These companies are distinguished by our Business Awards.
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Matias Luciani announced as IWSC's 2023 Emerging Talent in Spirits winner
This award was created to recognise individuals working in spirits who go above-and-beyond their role, demonstrating dedication and passion for spirits beyond the scope of their day job.
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Kate Malczewski announced as IWSC's 2023 Emerging Talent in Spirits Communication winner
As the IWSC continues its quest to propel a new generation of communicators, we are delighted to announce the winner of our Emerging Talent in Spirits Communication trophy.
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Mia Kumari named winner of IWSC’s 2023 Emerging Talent in Bartending Trophy
Now in its third year, the IWSC is proud to announce the winner of its 2023 Emerging Talent in Bartending Trophy, sponsored by Crossip Drinks.
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Agnieszka Swiecka announced as winner of IWSC's 2023 Emerging Talent in Wine Hospitality Trophy
This award saw a doubling of entries versus last year, making the decision of who to shortlist incredibly difficult for our judges.
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Luma Monteiro announced as winner of IWSC’s 2023 Emerging Talent in Wine Communication Trophy
In 2022 the IWSC launched its Emerging Talent in Wine Communication Trophy. This year marks the second year the title will be awarded.
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Alex Brogan named winner of the IWSC’s 2023 Emerging Talent in Wine Trophy
With so many different roles within the wine industry, from marketing to buying, or sales to finance and many more, our Emerging Talent in Wine accolade recognises the dedication and commitment individuals put not only towards their day jobs, but also far beyond their roles, looking at how they involve themselves within wider aspects of the wine trade.
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Emerging Talent in Spirits 2023 shortlist
Entries for our 2023 Emerging Talent in Spirits award came from all over the world, from Argentina to Australia, Poland to Hong Kong. This category is open to anyone starting out in the spirits industry and who does not fall into the Spirits Communicator or Bartending categories.
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