SPIRITS OF THE YEAR 2026
These are the best of the best!
A "Spirit of the Year" award signifies exceptional quality and superiority. It's earned through rigorous judging and elevates a brand's prestige, enhances marketability, and solidifies consumer trust.
Agave Spirit
Casa Obsidiana Tequila Reposado
by Tierra de Agaves
Whiskey
Low Gap Straight Bourbon, Old Fussbudget 8-Year-Old, by Tamar Distillery
Brandy
Ferrand Cognac
Double Cask,
by Maison Ferrand
Gin
Bluecoat American Dry Gin,
by Heaven Hill Distillery
Specialty Spirit
Batch 22 American Aquavit,
by Downtime Cocktails
Liqueur
Barrel Rested Eno Amaro,
by Murrell’s Row Spirits
Vodka
Zemzicki Polish Family Vodka,
by Commerce Brewing
Rum
Distiller’s Reserve Rum,
by Circle Hook Distilling
Ready to Drink
Naked & Famous,
by Tip Top Proper Cocktails
No & Low Elixir
Joy’s Island Spice Sorrel Hibiscus Elixir,
by Spring Street Producers
Mixer
5-Spice Orange Bitters,
by Bluegrass Bitters
