BEST IN CLASS: KILDERKIN DISTILLERY TAKES TOP HONOURS

Our member Kilderkin Distillery has taken top honours at the 2024 Australian Gin Awards, receiving Best In Class for its newest release, Larrikin’s Grin Old Tom Gin. Hosted by the Australian Gin Distillers Association, the awards aim to shine a light on the excellence of gin production and is a hallmark event in the nation's craft spirits industry. Distilleries from Australia and New Zealand competed across seven categories, with Gold, Silver and Bronze medals awarded in each category based on scores. And it was Kilderkin’s Larrikin’s Grin that stood out in the Old Tom Gin category, earning the highest score and awarded the top honour of Best In Class. Accepting the prestigious award at the presentation evening in Sydney were Kilderkin Distillery owners and founders Chris and Rebecca. “We are immensely proud to have won Best In Class for our Old Tom gin,” said Chris. “This recognition is a testament to our team’s hard work and passion for creating exceptional gin. ”In addition to this award, Larrikin’s Grin recently earned a Gold Medal from the Gin Buyers Guide blind tasting, where 24 industry professionals awarded the spirit an impressive score of 96/100.