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.
With 8,000 years of winemaking history, Georgia is home to some of the world's oldest wine traditions. From expressive reds and characterful orange wines, many of which have been made using the country's ancient qvevri vessel, discover the best Georgian wines from the IWSC 2026
From bold, peated expressions to fruit-forward single malts, English whisky is carving out its own identity - and making headlines in the process. Here are the best English whiskies from the IWSC 2026
The IWSC 2026 uncovered some gems in Irish whiskey, from beautifully aged single malts to classic blends from familiar back-bar names. Discover the best Irish whiskeys from this year’s judging
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