USA Spirits Ratings

by BEVERAGE TRADE NETWORK

Super Early
Deadline

December 22, 2026

Judging
Date

July 25, 2027

Winners
Announced

August 12, 2027

Winning Years

Our Products

2021

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E&J Distillers Brandy XO

Cognac
89 Points

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Familia Camarena Tequila Silver/Plato

Tequila
88 Points

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New Amsterdam Vodka

Vodka
87 Points

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Familia Camarena Tequila Anejo

Tequila
86 Points

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New Amsterdam Gin

Gin
86 Points

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E&J Distillers Brandy VSOP

Cognac
85 Points

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Familia Camarena Tequila Reposado

Tequila
77 Points

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E&J Distillers Brandy VS

Cognac
76 Points

E&J Distillers Brandy XO

Cognac

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USA Spirits Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

89 Points

Tasting Notes:

The nose is has aromas of fresh honeysuckle, jasmine and violets and undertones of dried fruits like raisins and figs. Intense flavors of caramel, maple syrup, and brown sugar spice upfront.

Producer Name: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Country: United States
Vintage: 3

Category: Cognac

TASTED BY:

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David Rowe

Lead Bartender at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

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Ivy Mix

Co-Owner at Fiasco! Wine and Spirits in Brooklyn, New York

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Massimo Stronati

Mixologist and Hospitality expert

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Familia Camarena Tequila Silver/Plato

Tequila

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USA Spirits Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

88 Points

Tasting Notes:

A complex nose of cedar and grassy aromas with hints of lemongrass. Smooth and creamy on the palate with a touch of sweetness on the incredibly clean and long finish.

Producer Name: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Country: Mexico
Vintage: N/A

Category: Tequila

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Otello Tiano

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

New Amsterdam Vodka

Vodka

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USA Spirits Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

87 Points

Tasting Notes:

Lean, light and simple. Good to drink alone or in a cocktail.

Producer Name: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Country: United States
Vintage: N/A

Category: Vodka

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Familia Camarena Tequila Anejo

Tequila

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USA Spirits Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

86 Points

Tasting Notes:

Roasted agave, ripe fruit, caramel, citrus and spicy undertones. A peppery and vanilla forward tequila with layered flavors of herbs and a smooth light finish.

Producer Name: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Country: Mexico
Vintage: N/A

Category: Tequila

TASTED BY:

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David Rowe

Lead Bartender at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

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Ivy Mix

Co-Owner at Fiasco! Wine and Spirits in Brooklyn, New York

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Massimo Stronati

Mixologist and Hospitality expert

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

New Amsterdam Gin

Gin

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USA Spirits Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

86 Points

Tasting Notes:

Bright juniper and citrus on the nose driven by citrus peel, and spices. A decidedly sweet style that will appeal to entry-level gin drinkers and great for cocktails.

Producer Name: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Country: United States
Vintage: N/A

Category: Gin

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Dan O'brien

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Adam `Boots` Brogan

Bar Manager at Louie’s Bar, San Francisco, California. Owner of The Bootsy Company

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

E&J Distillers Brandy VSOP

Cognac

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USA Spirits Ratings 2021

Silver Medal

85 Points

Tasting Notes:

Sweet caramel, vanilla, and milk chocolate aromas on the nose. Flavors of brown butter, caramel, dried fruits and toasted wood on the palate.

Producer Name: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Country: United States
Vintage: N/A

Category: Cognac

TASTED BY:

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David Rowe

Lead Bartender at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

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Ivy Mix

Co-Owner at Fiasco! Wine and Spirits in Brooklyn, New York

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Massimo Stronati

Mixologist and Hospitality expert

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

Familia Camarena Tequila Reposado

Tequila

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USA Spirits Ratings 2021

Bronze Medal

77 Points

Tasting Notes:

Nose is driven by just-ripe fruits, and honeyed apples with hints of citrus peels. A smooth and citrusy tequila that will be a great base for cocktails.

Producer Name: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Country: Mexico
Vintage: N/A

Category: Tequila

TASTED BY:

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Orcun Turkay

Corporate Director of Food and Beverage for Shaner Hotel Group

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Devin Walden

Spirits Buyer, Total Wine & More

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E&J Distillers Brandy VS

Cognac

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USA Spirits Ratings 2021

Bronze Medal

76 Points

Tasting Notes:

A light floral nose with delicate aromas. Full of sweetness and dried fruits with a smooth finish.

Producer Name: E&J Distillers
Country: United States
Vintage: 4

Category: Cognac

TASTED BY:

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David Rowe

Lead Bartender at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

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Ivy Mix

Co-Owner at Fiasco! Wine and Spirits in Brooklyn, New York

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Massimo Stronati

Mixologist and Hospitality expert

Judges are active U.S. off-premise trade buyers and evaluated this product in 2026.

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