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Scotch Whisky Wins Top Medals at 2026 International Competitions

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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The 2026 results from several international competitions, including the International Whisky Competition and the SIP Awards, featured several core-range bottles that won top medals. Four of the winning whiskies were Scotch, covering single malt, blended malt, and blended Scotch, while the fifth was a Kentucky bourbon.

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Why it matters

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The success of these core-range bottles, some of which sell for around $60 or less, indicates strong market performance and consumer interest in premium spirits. This highlights the quality and demand within the spirits industry.

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  • IslayLocation where premium spirits are produced

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    southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK

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