2025 Trophy Winners
Champion Australian Distiller
Prohibition Liquor Co, South Australia
Presented by Avalon Airport & Jayco
Congratulations to Prohibition Liquor Co on being named Champion Australian Distiller. Known for their bold experimentation and refined approach to gin, this recognition celebrates their ongoing commitment to excellence in the Australian spirits scene.
Champion Australian Gin
Juniperus Gin Prohibition Liquor Co, South Australia
A huge congratulations to Prohibition Liquor Co for taking out Champion Australian Gin. Juniperus Gin blends classic structure with modern flair, proving once again why this Adelaide distillery continues to lead the way.
Champion Victorian Distiller
Presented By Drink Victorian
NED Grand Reward Top Shelf International, Victoria
Top Shelf International takes the title of Champion Victorian Distiller with NED Grand Reward — a whisky that embodies grit, quality, and craftsmanship. A proud moment for Victorian distilling.
Champion Victorian Gin
Presented By Drink Victorian
NEO New World Dry Gin Reed & Co Distillery, Victoria
Congratulations to Reed & Co Distillery for earning Champion Victorian Gin. Their NEO New World Dry Gin is a true celebration of native ingredients, innovation, and regional expression.
Best Australian Single Malt Whisky
Presented By Barret Burston Malting
Single Malt Whisky - Small Batch Reserve Series - Chardonnay Barrel Backwoods Distilling Co, Victoria
Backwoods Distilling Co has taken out Best Australian Single Malt Whisky with a beautifully expressive release matured in Chardonnay casks. A testament to the craft of small-batch whisky in regional Victoria.
Best International Single Malt Whisky
Levenside Special Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky Coles Liquor, Victoria
A well-deserved win for Coles Liquor, recognised for sourcing an exceptional Highland Scotch in the Levenside Special Reserve. A refined and balanced whisky worthy of international acclaim.
Best Grain Whisky
Presented By Bintani
Rye Malt Whisky - Archie Rose Distilling
Archie Rose continues to impress, taking home Best Grain Whisky for their layered and expressive Rye Malt Whisky — a consistent standout in the Australian whisky landscape.
Best Blended Malt Whisky
Presented By Bintani
Country to Coast 6 by Black Gate Distillery & Fleurieu Distillery Fleurieu Distillery, South Australia
Congratulations to Black Gate and Fleurieu Distillery on this collaborative triumph. Country to Coast 6 is a beautifully integrated blend showcasing the diversity of South Australian terroir.
Consistency of Excellence Award
All Seasons Gin Liqueur Imbue Distillery, Victoria
Australian Dry Gin Travelling While Standing Still, Victoria
Country to Coast 6 by Black Gate Distillery & Fleurieu Distillery Fleurieu Distillery, South Australia
St Agnes XO St Agnes Distillery, South Australia
Best London Dry Gin
Juniperus Gin Prohibition Liquor Co, South Australia
Prohibition Liquor Co continues their winning streak with Juniperus Gin, taking out Best London Dry Gin. It’s a bold, crisp, and expertly balanced classic — a benchmark in its category.
Best New World / Contemporary Gin
Presented By Plasdene Glass-Pak
NEO New World Dry Gin Reed & Co Distillery, Victoria
Reed & Co Distillery are recognised once again for their innovative approach to gin, winning Best Contemporary Gin with NEO — a bright, native-forward spirit full of character.
Best Navy Gin
Epoch Navy Strength Gin Jones and Smith Distillery, New South Wales
A strong win for Jones & Smith Distillery, whose Epoch Navy Strength Gin delivers power, depth, and precision. A true standout in this bold and traditional category.
Best Fruit or Wine / Grape Gin
Ginache Gin Never Never Distilling Co, South Australia
Never Never Distilling Co wins Best Fruit/Wine/Grape Gin with Ginache — an inspired blend of gin botanicals and rich grenache grapes. A uniquely Australian take on fruit-driven spirits.
Best Other Gin
Sawmill Gin - Brandy Barrel Gin Mid North Distilling Co, South Australia
Mid North Distilling Co takes out Best Other Gin with their Sawmill Gin rested in brandy barrels. A rich, layered, and memorable expression that pushes the boundaries of gin.
Best Unflavoured Vodka
Presented By BevChain
Original Vodka Bunker Distillery, New South Wales
Bunker Distillery wins Best Unflavoured Vodka with a spirit that is clean, refined, and impressively smooth — a true showcase of distilling precision.
Best Flavoured Vodka
The Gwendoline Vodka Moontide Distillery, Western Australia
A bright and vibrant win for Moontide Distillery, whose Gwendoline Vodka celebrates WA botanicals with bold flavour and elegant balance. Congratulations on this well-earned recognition.
Best Brandy
St Agnes XO St Agnes Distillery, South Australia
St Agnes Distillery continues their legacy of excellence with a win for Best Brandy. Their XO expression is layered, elegant, and a benchmark for the category.
Raymond B “Spike” Dessert III Trophy for Best Rum
Husk Rare Blend Husk Rum, New South Wales
Congratulations to Husk Rum for winning the Spike Dessert Trophy. Their rare blend showcases the depth, craft, and regional character of Australian rum at its finest.
Best Cane Spirit
Virgin Cane Spirit Burdekin Rum, Queensland
Burdekin Rum takes out Best Cane Spirit with a bright, fresh, and unaged expression that captures the heart of Queensland’s sugarcane country. A bold and deserving win.
Best Tequila Or Agave Spirit
Mezcal Artesenal Joven Amigos Aotearoa, Auckland, New Zealand
Amigos Aotearoa celebrates a major win with Best Agave Spirit. Their handcrafted mezcal honours tradition while offering a fresh take from across the Tasman.
Best Liqueur
Auvert Herbal Liqueur Imperial Measures Distilling, South Australia
Imperial Measures Distilling takes home Best Liqueur for their complex and aromatic Auvert — a showcase of native botanicals and meticulous craft.
Best Alternative Spirit
Williams Pear Schnapps Snowgum Distillery, Victoria
Snowgum Distillery earns the Best Alternative Spirit award with their bright, fruit-forward Williams Pear Schnapps — a standout celebration of craft and orchard freshness.
Best Bitter
Ragazzi e Succo Aperitivo - Ragazzi e Succo
An exciting win for Ragazzi e Succo with their Aperitivo, taking out Best Bitter. A vibrant and balanced modern take on the Italian classic
Best Ready to Serve Cocktail or Pre-Mix
Yuzu Chu-Hai - Reed & Co Distillery
Reed & Co Distillery claim back-to-back wins for Best Pre-Mix with their Yuzu Chu-Hai — a crisp, citrus-led cocktail that continues to impress.
Best Design
Triple Juniper Gin Never Never Distilling Co, South Australia
