San Francisco World Spirits Competition

SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION

SETTING THE STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE SINCE 2000

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TESTIMONIALS

Winning SFWSC medals gave our tequila 'Calle 23' two powerful levers: 1. Recognition of the deep work of the Calle 23 team which provided a huge boost & smile to everyone involved; 2. A global spotlight on the brand, empowering our current distributors & consumers, and getting many new distribution requests across the globe. !Gracias SFWSC!

Sophie Decobecq, Founder of Calle 23

“To have been recognised with so many awards at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition is a fantastic achievement for Loch Lomond Whiskies. A wealth of care and craftsmanship goes in to each of ... continue reading

Michael Henry, Master Blender at Loch Lomond Whiskies

“We are absolutely delighted to have been presented with 2 double golds, 2 golds and 2 silver medals at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The San Francisco World Spirits Competition is one of the most respected globally and these accolades are a true testimony to the expert craftsmanship and skill of our team of dedicated distillers.”

Chase Distillery

“Since it was publicized that Asbury Park Gin won Double Gold and Best of Class on May 5, our sales to date have more than doubled January through April’s sales. Amazing! Slightly over 2 months ... continue reading

Rob Wile, Partner at Asbury Park Distilling

"Winning at SFWSC is a huge boost to our business and allows us to benchmark on a global platform."

Sacha La Forgia, Adelaide Hills Distillery

"To say winning the Double Gold for our Ben Milam Single Barrel Bourbon at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition rocked our world is an understatement," says Milam. "The award, for a small new distillery such as ours, changed everything: increased press coverage, increased awareness, increased distribution, AND increased sales."

Marsha Milam, Founder of Ben Milam Whiskey

"The San Francisco World Spirits Competition is the end-all-be-all for the industry," says Fagnan, “Our medals are a major claim to fame because they were awarded by the world’s best connoisseurs who cannot be paid ... continue reading

Jenna Fagnan, President of Tequila Avion in a 2018 Forbes Article

"Winning the competition gave us a validation in the industry that we needed,” said Soto. “Suddenly, we found ourselves as the new kids on the block — kids who had the best tasting tequila in ... continue reading

Carlos Soto, Founder of Nosotros Tequila in a 2018 Forbes Article

"When you get acknowledged by the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, it’s really cool — it gives your brand instant credibility," says Stillhouse Whiskey Founder & CEO Brad Beckerman. "It’s like the Grammys of the ... continue reading

Brad Beckerman, Founder & CEO of Stillhouse Whiskey

"Finally, in 2001--a break. "We got a call that we'd be in the San Francisco World Spirits Competition," he says. "I was busy ﬁxing a boiler on my third still and couldn't go but sent ... continue reading

"Finally, in 2001--a break. "We got a call that we'd be in the San Francisco World Spirits Competition," he says. "I was busy ﬁxing a boiler on my third still and couldn't go but sent a couple bottles." Tito's Handmade won the double gold medal for best vodka over Grey Goose, Belvedere and 70 others. "Things moved quicker after that," he says. That year he notched his ﬁrst real proﬁt."

Bert “Tito” Beveridge, Founder of Tito’s Vodka in a 2013 Forbes Article

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