Handpicked presents a selection of wines and spirits reviewed by our IWSC experts, covering everything from everyday drinking to the classics, unknown gems to young guns.
Seeking complex and robust reds? Here's a list of 18 of the best Rioja red wines to try, with each winning an IWSC medal in 2026
From rare Kentucky bottlings to household names from across the US, these are the top bourbon bottles that stood out at the IWSC 2026
From minerally Sauvignon Blancs to a lively, fruit-forward Chardonnay, these are the best Chilean white wines from the IWSC 2026
From smoky ancestral mezcals to vibrant ensambles bursting with tropical fruit, discover the best mezcals from the IWSC 2026
From dark and complex to floral and citrusy, these award-winning amaros from the IWSC show the full range of flavours you can get from the bitter Italian liqueur
With expressive citrus notes and a distinctive juniper core, there's a reason the classic style of gin continues to flourish. Here are 12 of the best London Dry gins from the IWSC 2025
For many, Tuscany is unrivalled when it comes to red wine. Below, find recommendations for brilliant Brunellos and more, as the IWSC shares its selection of the best Tuscan red wines
From vibrant youthful expressions to complex mature vintage releases, these are the standout Armagnacs from the IWSC 2025
From curry spice and umami richness to rose, citrus and olive brine, these are 12 of the best shochu bottlings from the IWSC 2025
Rum is at an all-time high, with appreciation for the sugar-cane spirit rocketing all over the world. Here are 12 of the best rums to try from the IWSC 2025