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Key Dates
2026 Awards Schedule:
- Entry Closes: Friday 30th January 2026
- Sample Delivery Deadline: Monday 9th February 2026
- Judging: 9th March - 3rd April 2026
- Finalists Announced: From 22nd April 2026 (by category)
- Winners Announced: From 6th May 2026 (by category)
The Industry's Most Affordable Entry Rates
Our focus is on delivering the most valuable experience for gin producers and brands at the most affordable price. The Awards combine the lowest entry rate of any major spirits awards with the most compelling benefits. We understand and appreciate the efforts and costs involved in entering spirits competitions and we also believe that Finalists and Winners have earned their achievements and should not be charged extra fees to be able to promote them. Therefore, The Gin Guide Awards and The Spirits Guide Awards promises:
- No licensing fees for use of logos and imagery.
- Lowest cost Awards stickers in the industry.
- Free resources for Finalists and Winners, including social media imagery and press releases.
- Free promotion for Winners on The Gin Guide website and social media.
- Detailed Judges' feedback for all entries.
- Just 1 sample bottle required for each spirit entered. Members may use previously sent sample bottles for judging.
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Main Tasting Categories:
- Members of The Gin Guide receive a 20% discount on entry rates. - No VAT is payable on Awards entries.
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Additional Categories:
- Members of The Gin Guide receive a 20% discount on entry rates. - No VAT is payable on Awards entries.
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- Payment Methods: Credit Card, Debit Card, Google Pay, Pay by Bank App, or Invoice / Bank Transfer
- Members' Discount: Members of The Gin Guide receive a 20% discount and a wealth of benefits, content and promotion - Read More
How To Enter
The Awards are open to products from all countries that are available for trade and/or consumer purchase prior to the announcement of Finalists on 15th April 2026, and which meet the criteria of one or more categories. Gin, Liqueur, Vodka, and No & Low Alcohol product entries can all be submitted via the same simple online Entry Form.
- Browse the categories - see Gin | Liqueurs | Vodka | No & Low
- Complete the Entry Form for one or multiple entries - Online Entry Form
- Complete payment online or request an Invoice.
- Send your product sample/s (see Sample & Delivery details).
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