Hombo Shuzo Co., Ltd. is highly honored to announce that our crafted Honkaku Shochu, “Genshu Tamashii no imo” (Imo Shochu) and “Yakushima Daishizenrin Mugi” (Mugi Shochu), have both been awarded the “DOUBLE GOLD” at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious spirits competitions held in London, UK.

International Spirits Challenge 2026 Shochu Category

DOUBLE GOLD

ISC (International Spirits Challenge)

Now in its 31st year, the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) is a premier quality and tasting competition for spirits, organized by the UK-based drinks publisher “Drinks International.” Widely recognized as one of the most authoritative competitions in the world, it is divided into various categories including the Shochu Category, as well as Gin, Vodka, and Tequila. Products are rigorously judged through blind tastings by a panel of renowned spirits industry experts, and are awarded GOLD, SILVER, and BRONZE within each category. Furthermore, exceptional products among the GOLD winners are awarded the DOUBLE GOLD, and the ultimate accolade, the “TROPHY,” is presented to the highest-scoring product in its category. The “TROPHY” represents the highest honor a product can receive.
The results for the “TROPHY,” the highest accolade, will be announced on the day of the ISC Awards Dinner.
ISC Awards Dinner: Oct. 6, 2026 (Tue) at Merchant Taylors’ Hall, London, UK.

ISC (International Spirits Challenge) Official Website