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World Liqueur Awards 2025

Winners

World's Best Whisky Liqueur

World's Best Whisky Liqueur
Country Winner
Lambertus
Smooth Malt Liqueur
Belgium

"This liqueur has restrained aromas, featuring hints of honey, caramel sugars, and floral notes reminiscent of parma violets. On the palate, it reveals barley, orange peel, alongside touches of orchard fruits, woodiness, and white pepper, with a gradual sweetness. Culminating in a smooth finish."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Ireland

Country Winner
Country WinnerThe Whistler
Irish Honey LiqueurIreland
"The liqueur presents a nose of liquid honey, vanilla, and oak, complemented by custard creams. On the palate, it reveals crème brûlée notes with background oak, caramel, and manuka honey. Alongside a wonderful nutty character, and subtle hints of white pepper, dates, raisins, and plums."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Netherlands

Country Winner
Country WinnerZuidam
Honey Whisky LiqueurNetherlands
"This liqueur reveals a light nose featuring hints of oak, vanilla, and honey, complemented by a subtle lemon aromas. On the palate, the whisky reveals a peated note, intertwining smoke and sweetness, creating complexity. Meanwhile a earthy smoked note emerges, leading to a strong honey finish, balanced by light woodiness and a lovely peppery aftertaste."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

New Zealand

Country Winner
Country WinnerThunderDonk
Spiced MapleNew Zealand
"With a charred nose of apple crumble and cooked apple sauce. This liqueur develops on the palate, a full-body, showcasing a blend of spice and heat, complemented by apple, cinnamon crumble, and a bourbonesque whisky base. The maple and spices create a well-balanced tingle on the tongue, resulting in a harmonious sweetness."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

United Kingdom

Country Winner
Country WinnerDiabolo
Cinnamon & Whisky LiqueurUnited Kingdom
"This liqueur presents a captivating aroma of cinnamon, cloves, and cassia bark, complemented by pepper and caramel nuances. The palate has subtle cassia, while the sweetness accentuates the cinnamon's richness. Alongside, spicy ginger and light peppery hints, with vanilla and sweet cherry notes. Overall this enhances the whisky base, creating a complex and delightful experience."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold