World Drinks Awards 2026 - Entries Now Open!
29.09.25
The World Drinks Awards 2026 is officially open for entries!We are delighted to announce that entries are now open for the World Drinks Awards 2026.
Each year, the
World Drinks Awards honour the very best in internationally recognised drink styles, showcasing excellence across our Taste, Design, and Icons categories.
Why Enter the 2026 World Drinks Awards?Winning at the
World Drinks Awards offers more than just a certificate — it provides a powerful platform for your brand. Our awards are recognised across the global drinks industry, giving producers the chance to:
· Gain International Recognition — Showcase your products on a respected global stage and stand alongside the very best in the industry.
· Boost Brand Credibility — Winning an award across any category is a trusted mark of quality that resonates with consumers, retailers, and distributors worldwide.
· Drive Sales and Visibility — Winners benefit from press coverage, marketing, and the chance to display winning logos in their marketing.
· Join a Global Community — Connect with fellow producers, industry leaders, and innovators shaping the future of drinks.
Entering, and potentially winning, at the
World Drinks Awards is your opportunity to raise your brands profile, grow your audience, and gain recognition where it matters most!
Celebrating the Best in Drinks — Explore our Taste CategoriesThis year, the Taste category features more than 33 drink types, each with dedicated subcategories to highlight specific styles. These include:
- Absinthe
- Aquavit
- Armagnac
- Aromatised Wine
- Baijiu
- Brandy
- Cachaca
- Calvados
- Champagne
- Cognac
- Flavoured Spirits & Speciality
- French Drinks Awards
- Gin
- Grain Spirit
- Grappa
- Liqueur
- Madeira
- Mezcal
- No & Low
- Ouzo
- Pastis
- Pisco
- Port
- Premix
- Raki
- Rum
- Sake
- Sherry
- Shochu
- Sparkling Wine
- Speciality Cocktail Products
- Tequila
- Vermouth
- Vodka
A Judging Process You Can TrustAt the
World Drinks Awards, we take pride in the diversity not only of the products entered but also of our judging panels. Our expert judges include distillers, brewers, journalists, buyers, and designers from around the world. Through rigorous blind tastings and evaluations, we ensure that every product is assessed fairly and independently.
Key Dates for 2026· Early Entry - Reduced Rate: 8 October 2025
· Entry Deadline: 6 January 2026
· Shipping Deadline: 3 February 2026
· Global Dinner: TBC, Waldorf Hotel, London.
Global Dinner — 2026Building on the success of the inaugural 2025
World Drinks Awards Global Dinner in London, producers shortlisted for the title of World’s Best in their categories will once again have the chance to join us at our prestigious awards dinners. These events bring together the world’s leading producers under one roof, offering a unique opportunity to network, celebrate with peers, and take to the stage to claim an award.
View last year’s dinner now.Join Us in 2026 and make Drinks History!We welcome producers of all sizes, from world-renowned brands to emerging independents, to enter the
World Drinks Awards 2026. Whether you are unveiling an exciting new release or celebrating a timeless classic, this is your chance to showcase your product among the very best, gain recognition on both national and international stages, and share your success with the world.
Enter now at [
www.worlddrinksawards.com] and be part of celebrating the very best in the world of drinks!
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