Dunalley Bay Distillery celebrate three medals at the 2024 London Spirits Competition
At the 7th London Spirits Competition, held in London on 20 & 21 March 2024, Dunalley Bay Distillery collected three medals:
- SILVER – (88 points) Boney Dry Gin
- SILVER – (82 points) Old Dunalley Whisky
- BRONZE (72 points) Rosie and Hip Gin
To achieve this distinction, Dunalley Bay Distillery needed high scores in Quality, Value, and Packaging.
In contrast to other spirits competitions that often prioritize distilling ability and technical expertise over drinkability, the London Spirits Competition aims to recognize and celebrate the spirits that consumers actually want to buy, whether from a retail store or off a menu at a London restaurant.
What sets the London Spirits Competition apart is its judging process. It goes beyond blind tasting to determine medal winners. First, judges evaluate the spirits’ label, design, and packaging, assigning a portion of the score based on visual appeal, storytelling effectiveness, and how well the brand’s overall presentation aligns with its price point and perceived value for money.
The London Spirits Competition is judged by a panel of leading spirits buyers with current commercial buying experience or spirits consultants and experts directly involved in developing new spirit brands or purchasing spirits for resale.
Judges represent various channels and disciplines, including multiple retailers, convenience stores, distributors, on-trade groups, casual and fine dining establishments, hospitality, and the travel industry.
“The authority of a London Spirits Competition award comes from the power of being judged across quality, value, and appearance, the high calibre of the judges, and the intensely competitive product set.
Dunalley Bay Distillery are a craft gin distillery offering a gorgeous rustic tasting experience nestled directly on one of Tasmania’s most breathtaking shorelines… This is the essence of Dunalley Bay Distillery.
