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Handel
Company:
Diageo
Address:
Lakeside Drive
Place:
NW10 7HQ London
Country:
United Kingdom
Homepage:
Products:
- Spirituosen Wiederverkauf
- Destillerie
Diageo – From London to the whole world
Approximately 33,000 employees are employed worldwide at Diageo, the market leader in premium spirits, with Smirnoff (vodka), Johnnie Walker (whiskey), J&B (Scotch whiskey), Baileys (liqueur), Captain Morgan (rum), Cuervo (tequila) and Tanqueray (gin), Guinness beer and branded wines. Production takes place all around the world: from Great Britain and Ireland, Italy, Spain and Africa, to the USA, Canada, Latin America, Australia, India and the Caribbean. The global corporation emerged in 1997 from the merger between Guinness and GrandMet. 180 markets around the world are handled from its London headquarters.
A lot of work and lots of attention to detail go into creating the in-depth product descriptions on Diageo’s website. Information and analysis is provided about issues ranging from detailed descriptions of the production down to the most minute ingredients. Finally, they are aware of the size of their company and also of their responsibilities as a supplier of alcoholic products. The name Diageo was also deliberately chosen – it represents their agenda. Put together from ‘dia’ (the Latin word for ‘day’) and ‘geo’ (the Greek word for ‘world’), it means that every day people are celebrating all over the world with products from their company. These products open up possibilities never dreamed of for special days and nights, marking special life events and even making the smaller things in life feel magical.
Participation in the World Spirits Award was magical: there was double gold for Tanqueray No. 10 (Spirit of the Year 2016), gold for Gordon’s London Dry Gin and Tanqueray London Dry Gin, as well as silver for Tanqueray Rangpur.
Approximately 33,000 employees are employed worldwide at Diageo, the market leader in premium spirits, with Smirnoff (vodka), Johnnie Walker (whiskey), J&B (Scotch whiskey), Baileys (liqueur), Captain Morgan (rum), Cuervo (tequila) and Tanqueray (gin), Guinness beer and branded wines. Production takes place all around the world: from Great Britain and Ireland, Italy, Spain and Africa, to the USA, Canada, Latin America, Australia, India and the Caribbean. The global corporation emerged in 1997 from the merger between Guinness and GrandMet. 180 markets around the world are handled from its London headquarters.
A lot of work and lots of attention to detail go into creating the in-depth product descriptions on Diageo’s website. Information and analysis is provided about issues ranging from detailed descriptions of the production down to the most minute ingredients. Finally, they are aware of the size of their company and also of their responsibilities as a supplier of alcoholic products. The name Diageo was also deliberately chosen – it represents their agenda. Put together from ‘dia’ (the Latin word for ‘day’) and ‘geo’ (the Greek word for ‘world’), it means that every day people are celebrating all over the world with products from their company. These products open up possibilities never dreamed of for special days and nights, marking special life events and even making the smaller things in life feel magical.
Participation in the World Spirits Award was magical: there was double gold for Tanqueray No. 10 (Spirit of the Year 2016), gold for Gordon’s London Dry Gin and Tanqueray London Dry Gin, as well as silver for Tanqueray Rangpur.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double-Gold | 96.3 | Tanqueray No. 10 | 2016 | Details |
| Gold | 94.3 | Tanqueray London Dry Gin | 2016 | Details |
| Gold | 92 | Gordon’s London Dry Gin | 2016 | Details |
| Silver | 87 | Tamqueray Rangpur | 2016 | Details |
Handel
Company:
LLC Prevelon Rus
Address:
55 Ryabinovaya str.
Place:
121471 Москва 471
Country:
Russian Federation
Homepage:
Products:
- Wodka
- Destillerie
Prevelon: Premium vodka by order of the Kremlin
Kremlin Premium Vodka was created as the official drink for all diplomatic receptions and banquets at the Kremlin and was intended as the hallmark of high-ranking events. The decision in favour of the most traditional Russian drink was unanimous. It was only produced on special order and in limited amounts. The first large batch of this ‘protocol’ vodka was ordered in February 1945 for the Yalta Conference. Kremlin Award Grand Premium came on the market in 2011 and is exported to 38 countries, and in many of them it holds the top position in the ultra-premium vodka category. Since 2016, the product range has included Kremlin Award Classic, which enjoys great popularity amongst all partners.
Two products have been added to the product range. Kremlin Award Organic is based on alcohol that is produced from the highest quality organic wheat, and on natural drinking water. The vodka passes through a multi-stage purification through pure birchwood charcoal. The alcohol for Kremlin Award Vintage is made from organic grains from the same harvest. The wheat grains are stored in a grain silo until they reach their physiological maturity in order to get a high-quality base product. The ‘luxury alcohol’ is then mixed with natural drinking water and, after purification, is granted a resting period. Production is limited to the year stated on the label.
At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Kremlin Award Organic and Kremlin Award Vintage.
Kremlin Premium Vodka was created as the official drink for all diplomatic receptions and banquets at the Kremlin and was intended as the hallmark of high-ranking events. The decision in favour of the most traditional Russian drink was unanimous. It was only produced on special order and in limited amounts. The first large batch of this ‘protocol’ vodka was ordered in February 1945 for the Yalta Conference. Kremlin Award Grand Premium came on the market in 2011 and is exported to 38 countries, and in many of them it holds the top position in the ultra-premium vodka category. Since 2016, the product range has included Kremlin Award Classic, which enjoys great popularity amongst all partners.
Two products have been added to the product range. Kremlin Award Organic is based on alcohol that is produced from the highest quality organic wheat, and on natural drinking water. The vodka passes through a multi-stage purification through pure birchwood charcoal. The alcohol for Kremlin Award Vintage is made from organic grains from the same harvest. The wheat grains are stored in a grain silo until they reach their physiological maturity in order to get a high-quality base product. The ‘luxury alcohol’ is then mixed with natural drinking water and, after purification, is granted a resting period. Production is limited to the year stated on the label.
At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Kremlin Award Organic and Kremlin Award Vintage.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 93.3 | Kremlin Award Vintage | 2020 | Details |
| Gold | 93 | Kremlin Award Organic | 2020 | Details |
Destillerie
Company:
Constellation Brands (Casa Noble Tequila)
Address:
1255 Battery St Ste 300
Place:
San Francisco, CA 94111
Country:
United States
Homepage:
Products:
- Tequila
Casa Noble – The essence of the blue agave
Casa Noble premium tequilas are a part of Mexico, made from ripe, blue agaves (‘Agave tequilana F.A.C. Weber’), hand-picked in the hills of Tequila in the state of Jalisco. Only made in small batches, with traditional techniques, the results can be tasted in this notable trio: Casa Noble Tequila Crystal, Casa Noble Reposado Tequila and Casa Noble Tequila Añejo. Modern know-how is based on a handicraft art that has been passed down through seven generations, begun by the founder and Maestro Tequilero, Jose ‘Pepe’ Hermosillo, in the middle of the 18th century.
As a USDA Certified Organic Tequila producer, all rules and practices for sustainability must be strictly followed throughout the entire production process. The first step is the selection of the ripe agaves, which must comply with strict criteria in terms of water and sugar content. The fruit heart (‘piña’) is steamed in large ovens for 36 hours, to extract the sweet juice. After the fermentation process, distillation takes place, and at Casa Noble this means three times – once more than is usual. French Limousin oak barrels are used for maturation and storage. The result is a tequila which takes the spirit to new levels.
The products also performed at a high level at the World Spirits Award: with double gold for Casa Noble Joven, gold for Casa Noble Añejo, and silver for Casa Noble Crystal.
Casa Noble premium tequilas are a part of Mexico, made from ripe, blue agaves (‘Agave tequilana F.A.C. Weber’), hand-picked in the hills of Tequila in the state of Jalisco. Only made in small batches, with traditional techniques, the results can be tasted in this notable trio: Casa Noble Tequila Crystal, Casa Noble Reposado Tequila and Casa Noble Tequila Añejo. Modern know-how is based on a handicraft art that has been passed down through seven generations, begun by the founder and Maestro Tequilero, Jose ‘Pepe’ Hermosillo, in the middle of the 18th century.
As a USDA Certified Organic Tequila producer, all rules and practices for sustainability must be strictly followed throughout the entire production process. The first step is the selection of the ripe agaves, which must comply with strict criteria in terms of water and sugar content. The fruit heart (‘piña’) is steamed in large ovens for 36 hours, to extract the sweet juice. After the fermentation process, distillation takes place, and at Casa Noble this means three times – once more than is usual. French Limousin oak barrels are used for maturation and storage. The result is a tequila which takes the spirit to new levels.
The products also performed at a high level at the World Spirits Award: with double gold for Casa Noble Joven, gold for Casa Noble Añejo, and silver for Casa Noble Crystal.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double-Gold | 96 | Casa Noble Joven | 2016 | Details |
| Gold | 93.7 | Casa Noble Anejo | 2016 | Details |
| Silver | 88 | Casa Noble Crystal | 2016 | Details |
Destillerie
Company:
Les Spiritueux Ungava
Address:
291 rue Miner
Place:
J2K 3Y6 Cowansville, Québec
Country:
Canada
Homepage:
Products:
- Gin
- Rum
- Wodka
Ungava Spirits: Authentic products from Canada
Ungava Spirits, a leading Canadian manufacturer of high-quality products, has set up its production facilities, the distillery and offices in Cowansville, in Quebec’s beautiful Eastern Townships. As well as the internationally known Ungava Premium Dry Gin, the product range also includes maple liqueur, rum, vodka and vermouth. The spirits are produced in small batches using natural and local ingredients of the highest quality.
Ungava Gin is made from six rare Arctic botanicals from northern Quebec that are hand-harvested, dried and slowly steeped for five weeks for a natural extraction of their complex flavours and colours. Cabot Trail is inspired by Canadian tradition, combining maple and blueberry cream liqueur with maple syrup and blueberries. Quartz Vodka made from Canadian corn is purified by cryogenic treatment at extremely cold temperatures and micro-distilled five times for silky finesse and crystalline transparency. Chic Choc Black Spiced Rum is made of first-class West Indian rum, a blend of selected rums stored for three to seven years. The botanicals come 100% from Quebec – wild herbs from the Chic Choc mountain region on the Gaspésie peninsula. Baril Caché is based on the regional grains of rye, barley, corn and wheat as well as Canadian whiskies matured for at least five years.
At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Ungava Premium Dry Gin, Cabot Trail Maple and Blueberry Cream and Quartz Vodka, and silver for Rhum épicé CHIC CHOC Spiced Rum and Whisky Baril Caché.
Ungava Spirits, a leading Canadian manufacturer of high-quality products, has set up its production facilities, the distillery and offices in Cowansville, in Quebec’s beautiful Eastern Townships. As well as the internationally known Ungava Premium Dry Gin, the product range also includes maple liqueur, rum, vodka and vermouth. The spirits are produced in small batches using natural and local ingredients of the highest quality.
Ungava Gin is made from six rare Arctic botanicals from northern Quebec that are hand-harvested, dried and slowly steeped for five weeks for a natural extraction of their complex flavours and colours. Cabot Trail is inspired by Canadian tradition, combining maple and blueberry cream liqueur with maple syrup and blueberries. Quartz Vodka made from Canadian corn is purified by cryogenic treatment at extremely cold temperatures and micro-distilled five times for silky finesse and crystalline transparency. Chic Choc Black Spiced Rum is made of first-class West Indian rum, a blend of selected rums stored for three to seven years. The botanicals come 100% from Quebec – wild herbs from the Chic Choc mountain region on the Gaspésie peninsula. Baril Caché is based on the regional grains of rye, barley, corn and wheat as well as Canadian whiskies matured for at least five years.
At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Ungava Premium Dry Gin, Cabot Trail Maple and Blueberry Cream and Quartz Vodka, and silver for Rhum épicé CHIC CHOC Spiced Rum and Whisky Baril Caché.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 93.7 | Cabot Trail Maple & Blueberry Cream | 2024 | Details |
| Gold | 93 | Quartz Vodka | 2024 | Details |
| Gold | 91 | Ungava Premium Dry Gin | 2024 | Details |
| Silver | 89 | Whisky Baril Caché | 2024 | Details |
| Silver | 81 | Rhum épicé CHIC CHOC Spiced Rum | 2024 | Details |