AWARD WINNERS

We’re delighted to announce the three winners of our Of The Year celebrations for 2025. This year we’ve brought back the Spirit Of The Year award and have even created a new category to capture the exciting changes in the whisky landscape. They were selected by our panel of industry experts and the attendees at our judging event in London. After much deliberation the votes were cast and the winners are as follows. 

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WHISKY OF THE YEAR 2025
New Riff Kentucky Straight Bourbon

A high-rye bourbon with a bold, spicy and savoury character, this is a new take on Kentucky’s established whiskey-making traditions. You will find rich notes of butterscotch, blackberries, fresh mint and rye bread.

NEW WAVE WHISKY OF THE YEAR 2025
Copperworks Release 046 American Single Malt Whiskey

American single malt is becoming more established with each passing year and this complex whiskey from Copperworks is a beautiful example of the style. Made using Genie barley from a single farm in Oregon, Copperworks showcases a floral, fruity and citrussy character.

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