California
General Information
Judging – December 9-10, 2026
Are you a craft whiskey maker in a sea of other whiskey makers? One niche vodka maker among many? A new tequila producer trying to establish a consumer base?
Well it’s time to get noticed…and one of the best ways is through an organized judging. A win can ramp up your exposure in no time. And multiple wins will truly set your craft beverage apart from the rest. High marks help guide purchasing decisions in your market.
Here’s a contest you won’t want to miss – the Craft Distiller’s Spirits Competition, now in its seventh year.
A win here can:
– Increase sales and consumer recognition
– Help grow your brand
– Amp up your exposure
– Shine the spotlight on new or unfamiliar brands
– Allow consumers to rediscover old favorites
– Help establish industry trends in craft distilling
– Identify brands that are unique and worth sampling
So we encourage you to get noticed!
Entry Fees
Per Entry Fee – $295.00
Per Entry Fee – $195.00 (Ready to Drink Mixers)
Craft Distillers Spirits Competition
c/o Express Wine Delivery
7970 Cameron Dr
Windsor, CA 95492
An official entry consists of
– Two 750 ml bottles of each spirit type. (or equivalent)
– 375 ml bottles of each spirit type. (or equivalent)
– Canned entries consist of 8 -12 oz cans. (or equivalent)
Medals awarded will be Double Gold and Gold.
Certificates will be available for Silver and Bronze award winners.
Medals are approximately 2 inches in diameter and weigh about 1.5 ounces. They are attractively engraved with the competition logo and award designation and are not year-specific.
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