NEW YORK WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION - The Tasting Alliance

NEW YORK WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION

The New York World Spirits Competition brings The Tasting Alliance’s prestigious blind judging process to the East Coast. With a keen focus on regional market trends and consumer preferences, NYWSC serves as a premier platform for brands to gain industry recognition and credibility in one of the world’s most influential spirits markets. Judged by a panel of esteemed experts, this competition not only celebrates excellence in spirits but also provides brands with invaluable exposure to key trade professionals, distributors, and discerning consumers in the dynamic New York market.
The results of the 2025 competition are officially live below, with the Best of Class/Best in Show release schedule available here.

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Brad Japhe

Brad Japhe is a freelance journalist specializing in food, beverage, and travel. He moonlights as a beer and spirits consultant, hosting monthly craft pairings/educational dinners in both Los Angeles and New York, and curating drink menus for festivals and restaurants.

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The 2025 New York World Spirits Competition: Best Cognac Winners Announced

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