Event Overview

The India International Spirits Competition 2026 is a professionally conducted blind tasting event designed to recognize excellence across domestic and international spirits.

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Competition Date: 20th October 2026

Location: Mumbai, India

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• The competition is conducted as a closed door industry event.

• Participating brands are required to submit their samples in advance.

• There is no public attendance.

• The evaluation environment is controlled to ensure integrity, accuracy and fairness.

 

Competition Format

• All entries are judged through a structured blind tasting process.

• Bottles are anonymized before evaluation

• Judges score independently before panel discussion

• Panels are moderated to ensure scoring consistency

• Medals are awarded based on scoring thresholds, not quotas

• The focus is technical quality, commercial relevance and market performance.

 

Entry Deadlines

To accommodate both domestic and international brands, the competition follows a structured registration schedule:

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International Participants Registration Deadline

April 30, 2026

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This allows sufficient time for export documentation and shipping logistics.

 

Domestic Participants Registration Deadline

31st August 2026​

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Entries are confirmed only upon receipt of registration, payment and required documentation.

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Sample Submission

• All samples must be shipped to the designated warehouse prior to the official submission cut off date, which will be communicated to registered participants.

• International participants are advised to begin logistics planning well in advance to avoid customs delays.

• Detailed shipping guidelines will be provided after registration confirmation.

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This ensures industry visibility while maintaining the integrity of the blind tasting process.

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Who Should Enter

• International and Indian Distilleries / Brands

• International and Indian Craft Distilleries 

• Importers and brand owners

• Premium and boutique producers

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