The Tasting Alliance

No, the competition does not issue refunds. However, entries can be transferred to the next competition, or may be eligible for our late tasting session. We will notify affected entrants directly with instructions and timing. To confirm if your product qualifies or to check the status, please contact hello@thetastingalliance.com with your entry details.

Not all products entered into our competitions are publicly listed on our website. While we aim to showcase a comprehensive selection of results, participating brands are given a designated period during which they may choose to opt out of public visibility for any reason.

This policy allows producers flexibility around timing. For example, aligning with product launches, distribution plans, or internal communications. As a result, some entries and award-winning products may not be immediately visible in our published results.

Our goal is to respect each brand’s preferences while maintaining the integrity and credibility of the competition results.

Best of Class and Best in Show results are released on a rolling schedule following the competition. Each category is announced on a specific date to highlight top-performing spirits across segments.

2026 Release Schedule:

• April 26 – Best Silver Tequila and Best Reposado Tequila
• April 27 – Best Añejo Tequila (including Cristalino) and Best Extra Añejo Tequila
• April 29 – Best Mezcal
• April 30 – Best Raicilla
• May 1 – Best Rum

We follow a phased announcement approach to give each category its own moment of recognition. Additional categories may be announced separately, so we encourage you to check back regularly or follow along on our official channels for the latest updates.

If you’d like to license high-resolution medallion artwork for use in packaging, advertising, or POS, please visit our winner's portal for options and pricing.

Absolutely! Winners are encouraged to use their medal artwork in promotional materials, retail displays, and digital campaigns - just be sure to legally purchase the licensing for the artwork here. Once the licensing for medallion artwork is purchased, you have the rights to use the artwork indefinitely for any and all POS materials.

For more information on onboarding your products with Flaviar, please email us to discuss the right opportunity.

We feature select winners on our social media and press channels. Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn, and keep an eye on your email for media opportunities post-announcement.

While this is not a guarantee, the competition reserves the right to photograph any entry for promotional use in catalogs, publications, and on the website, including social media channels.

Our experts at Tasting Alliance Advisors (TAA) offer tailored marketing and brand strategy support to help you get the most out of your win. Contact our team to learn more.

For competition-related questions, please email us at hello@thetastingalliance.com.