San Diego, CA
General Information
Judging – June 27-28, 2026
Founded in 2004 by wine critic and journalist Robert Whitley, Critics Challenge is one of the most important and respected wine and spirits competitions in the world. Entries are judged in a double-blind format by panels of noted wine and spirits critics, bloggers and beverage journalists.
Additional Benefits:
– Publishable comments from the judges
– Public tastings throughout the year
– Publicity campaign on competition results
– Free digital medallion art for your promotional use
– Invaluable third-party endorsement from noted spirits journalists
Entry Fees
Per Entry Fee – $275.00 (thru May 8, 2026)
Per Entry Fee – $300.00 (after May 9, 2026)
Critics Challenge International Spirits Competition
Attention: Rich Cook
1121 Britem Court
Vista, CA 92083
Ship two (2) 750ml bottles or equivalent.
Scores are published on the competition results page for gold and platinum award-winning entries.
Platinum-winning spirits also receive published reviews at SpiritsReviewOnline.com.
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