Award: International Wine & Spirit Competition 2026 Spirits Category GOLD
Hombo Shuzo Co., Ltd. is proud to announce that our Honkaku Shochu, “Yakushima Daishizenrin Mugi,” has been awarded a GOLD medal at the IWSC 2026 (International Wine & Spirits Competition) in the UK, celebrated as the world’s oldest and most prestigious alcoholic beverage competition.
International Wine & Spirit Competition 2026
GOLD (Spirits Category)
Judge’s Comment
IWSC Website
“Inviting aromas of toasted barley, sesame, and orchard fruits with floral notes. The complex palate is light and rounded, showing oatmeal notes with a touch of savoury saltiness. The persistent finish is sweet and malty with a gently peppery edge.”
International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC)
Established in the UK in 1969, the IWSC (International Wine & Spirit Competition) is the world’s longest-running quality and taste competition specializing in alcoholic beverages, marking its 57th year. The IWSC is known as one of the largest in Europe and one of the most prestigious competitions for wine, spirits, and liqueurs worldwide. Products are judged through blind tasting and chemical analysis by renowned judges gathered from around the world. Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards are presented for each category, classified by “Origin,” “Type,” “Style,” and “Vintage.”
International Wine & Spirit Competition Official Website
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