SA brandy crowned best in the world at the World Brandy Awards
Van Ryn crowned Best Brandy in the World!
South Africa has claimed another international accolade!
Van Ryn’s 20-year-old brandy has been crowned World's Best Wine Brandy at this year's World Brandy Awards.
This event is showcased every year to give recognition to all the brandies from around the world. Whether your brandy is a top brand or homemade, these awards help to promote and reward the world's best spirits to global consumers and trade.
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The awards are presented by TheDrinksReport.com
The competition is judged by professional adjudicators from the alcohol industry.
Each entry is tasted blind and marked using a strict scoring system.
Judges look for nose, palate, and finish. The judges also review balance, complexity, quality, and character.
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Speaking after the win, Van Ryn's master blender Marlene Bester acknowledged that the hard work they have put in over the years has finally paid off.
This World’s Best title is the highest accolade any master distiller aims for. Our commitment to innovation, quality and the art of crafting exceptional brandy, comes full circle with yet another global recognition
The winning brandy joins a host of other South African-made spirits who have tasted success at the World Brandy Awards. For more information on the winners and SA representatives, click here.
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