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[Takara Shuzo International] "NEW MAKE" Spirits Wins Double Gold at "SFWSC 2026", America's Largest Spirits Competition

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Published Jun 11, 2026 2:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:59 PM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Takara Shuzo International announced that its "NEW MAKE" Spirits, sold in limited quantities and through select channels, has won Double Gold at the "San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (SFWSC)", the largest spirits competition in the United States.
This award serves as encouragement for the company's efforts to expand its global portfolio in the Western liquor business.

Takara Shuzo International announced that its "NEW MAKE" Spirits, sold in limited quantities and through select channels, has won Double Gold at the "San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (SFWSC)", the largest spirits competition in the United States. This award serves as encouragement for the company's efforts to expand its global portfolio in the Western liquor business.

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Published: Jun 11, 2026

Takara Shuzo International is pleased to announce that its "NEW MAKE" Spirits, sold in limited quantities and through select channels*, has won Double Gold at the "San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (SFWSC)", an international spirits competition held in the United States.

Founded in 2000, the "SFWSC" is the largest and most international spirits competition in the United States, held annually in San Francisco. Alongside the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) and the International Spirits Challenge (ISC), its results are highly anticipated in the global spirits industry.

During the judging, spirits are subjected to rigorous blind tastings by industry experts within their respective categories to determine Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards. Furthermore, spirits that earn a unanimous Gold medal rating from the judges are awarded the "Double Gold" title.

We are encouraged by this award and will continue to strive for the expansion of our global product portfolio in the Western liquor business.

*Currently sold in limited quantities through the online shop of Tomatin Distillery, which manufactures and sells Scotch whisky in the UK, and through the Takara Shuzo Online Shop in Japan.

Award-Winning Product Overview

Product Name: "NEW MAKE" Spirits

(Domestic sales: "TAKARA WHISKY" <New Make>)

Alcohol Content: 63%

Volume/Container: 200ml / Square bottle

Distillery/Bottling: Takara Shuzo, Kurokabe Gura

Sales Channel ① (Overseas): Tomatin Distillery Online Shop <URL> https://tomatin.com/shop/

Sales Channel ② (Japan): Takara Shuzo Online Shop <URL> https://shop.takara.co.jp/

*Both channels offer limited quantity sales and will end when stock runs out.

Product Features: A new make distilled at "Kurokabe Gura" in Takana-cho, Miyazaki Prefecture. It features a raw, powerful character with a clean palate free of impurities.

Reference

・SFWSC Official Website

SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION - The Tasting Alliance

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Source: PR TIMES
Category: Awards
Organizations: Tomatin Distillery
Dates in source: 2000 / 2026

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FAQ

What is the official name of the competition where "NEW MAKE" Spirits won Double Gold?

The official name is the "San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026 (SFWSC)". It is known as the largest and most international spirits competition in the United States.

What are the judging criteria for Double Gold?

It is a title awarded when a spirit receives a unanimous Gold medal rating from the judges, indicating exceptionally high quality among the entries.

What are the characteristics of the award-winning spirits?

Distilled at Kurokabe Gura in Takana-cho, Miyazaki Prefecture, it features a balanced profile of robust character and a clean palate, free from impurities. The alcohol content is 63%.

How does this award impact Takara Shuzo International's business strategy?

It serves as significant encouragement for expanding the global product portfolio in the Western liquor business and may accelerate future international market development.

Where can the award-winning product be purchased?

It is sold in limited quantities through the Tomatin Distillery's online shop in the UK and Takara Shuzo's online shop in Japan, while supplies last.

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