Brands from South Africa included in the 2023 International Spirits Challenge
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Now in its’ 28th year, the International Spirits Challenge is the premier event in promoting outstanding quality spirits from across the globe.
The competition is built on a strict and impartial judging system, which encourages the high grade of ideas, designs, and campaigns submitted each year. The ISC is a genuinely international tournament because it receives over 1,500 entries from more than 70 countries. Many of the top manufacturers of spirits in the world promote it as the benchmark for excellence and quality around the world.
South African brands make the list
KWV Brandy
KWV Brandy, has achieved a remarkable feat by winning four Double-Gold Medals at the renowned International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2023. This outstanding accomplishment reaffirms KWV Brandy’s commitment to crafting premium brandies of the highest quality.
Winning a Double-Gold medal at the ISC is the ultimate aspiration for any spirit, and KWV Brandy’s 5-year-old, 10-year-old, 12-year-old, and 20-year-old brandies each achieved this remarkable milestone. “We are thrilled to have won not just one, not two, not even three, but four Double-Gold medals at the ISC 2023,” says Nuno Fernandes, KWV Spirits Marketing Executive. “We are so proud to represent South African brandies on the global stage, and we will continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of brandy.”
Wellington VO
Wellington VO Grape Brandy up to 3 Years old from Edward Snell & Co received a silver medal.
To view the full list of results, click here.
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