Smokehead, the premium Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky owned by Ian Macleod Distillers, is celebrating after winning eight awards across three international competitions – including three gold medals and five silver medals at the International Spirits Challenge, International Wine & Spirit Competition and San Francisco World Spirits.
Smokehead Sherry Cask Blast won three awards, winning a double gold distinction at the San Francisco World Spirits and a gold award at the International Spirits Challenge, as well as picking up a silver award at the IWSC – International Wine & Spirit Competition.
Smokehead Rum Rebel won two awards, a gold at the International Spirits Challenge and a silver award at the IWSC.
Smokehead Tequila Cask Terminado also won a trio of silver awards. The whisky launched in late 2022 and has already been recognised for its unique character, and, this year it received a silver at the International Spirits Challenge, San Francisco World Spirits and the IWSC – International Wine & Spirit Competition.
Mikey Sims, Brand Ambassador at Smokehead, said “At Smokehead, we are constantly striving to push the boundaries of what a single malt whisky is – and how it is perceived. It is great to see that our whiskies are being acknowledged by industry experts and esteemed competitions on a global scale. I’m particularly delighted that the Sherry Cask Blast (a personal favourite) not only earned a gold award but also a double gold award”.