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Award-winning whiskies to try in 2026

For those seeking the finest drams the world has to offer, this list showcases whiskies that have earned top honors across major global competitions. From elegant single malts to robust bourbons and unique blends, these bottles are not only Distilld favorites they’ve also won the respect of world-class judges. Here’s your guide to some of the most acclaimed whiskies available right now.

  • Glenallachie 12 years

    woody malty
    4.1
    €47

    🏆 World’s Best Single Malt – World Whiskies Awards 2025 Crafted by legendary Master Blender Billy Walker.

  • Redbreast 27 years

    4.7
    €440

    🏆 World’s Best Pot Still – World Whiskies Awards 2025 Redbreast 27 is a celebration of Irish whiskey tradition at its peak

  • Jack Daniel's Triple Mash

    woody fruity
    3.8
    €36

    🏅 Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2023 This innovative blend of three straight whiskeys; malt, rye, and Tennessee

  • Bunnahabhain Moine

    malty woody
    4.3
    €33

    🏆 Platinum – ASCOT Awards 2024 This peated expression from Islay’s quieter corner brings smoke and sweetness together in perfect harmony

  • Famous Grouse The Naked Malt

    malty peaty
    3.8
    €24

    🏆 Double Gold & Platinum – San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2024 This blend of sherry-cask-matured malts delivers a refined experience

  • Darkness 8 years

    €48

    🥈 Silver – IWSC 2024 (Scotch Single Malt – Cask Finish) Matured in sherry octave casks.

  • Blanton's Straight from the Ba...

    woody spicy
    3.7
    €75

    🏆 World’s Best Single Barrel Bourbon – World Whiskies Awards 2025 Cask strength at ~64.5% ABV, this bold bourbon bursts with flavour!