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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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IWSC Returns to Kentucky to Judge North American Whiskey and RTDs
Following a successful debut, the IWSC is returning to Kentucky to champion the finest North American Whiskeys and Ready-to-Drink (RTD) beverages.
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Dr Emma Walker: The Value of Expert Judging in Whisky Excellence
As Master Blender for Johnnie Walker and member of IWSC's Spirits Judging Committee, Dr. Emma Walker shares how judging enriches whisky expertise and enhances industry understanding.
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David T Smith: A good judge knows what the consumer is looking for
In this Spirits Edition of the IWSC Insider, David T Smith shares the five key characteristics that define excellence in spirits evaluation.
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Olivier Ward on how to elevate a gin from good to gold
In this Spirits edition of the IWSC Insider Olivier Ward explains the objective and subjective factors of the Gin judging.
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Richard Paterson OBE on how to win IWSC gold: It’s all about harmony
In this Spirits edition of the IWSC Insider, we speak to our Judging Committee member Richard Paterson OBE about Whisky trends, how to win an IWSC gold, and how the IWSC drives quality across the global spirits industry.
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Melita Kiely - winner of IWSC 2025 Spirits Communicator Trophy
Following the shortlist announcement, the IWSC is excited to reveal the winner of its 2025 Spirits Communicator Trophy. Congratulations to Melita Kiely!
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IWSC announces Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal as winner of 2024 Outstanding Spirit Producer Trophy
We are delighted to anounce the winner of our 2024 Outstanding Spirit Producer - Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal.
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Maker's Mark takes home IWSC’s 2024 Green Spirit Initiative Trophy
We are delighted to award Maker's Mark the IWSC 2024 Green Spirit Initiative Trophy.
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Loch Lomond Whiskies - winner of IWSC’s 2024 Scotch Whisky Producer Trophy
We’re thrilled to reveal the winner of the IWSC 2024 Scotch Whisky Producer Trophy - Loch Lomond Whiskies.
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Teerenpeli Brewery & Distillery wins IWSC’s 2024 Worldwide Whiskey Producer Trophy
We’re excited to award Teerenpeli Brewery & Distillery the IWSC 2024 Worldwide Whiskey Producer Trophy.
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