Grainshaker Australian Vodka named global Vodka Producer of the Year

Grainshaker Australian Vodka has been crowned Vodka Producer of the Year at this year’s International Wine & Spirits Competition held in London on 19 October 2023. It’s only the second time an Australian brand has been awarded this honour, after Four Pillars Gin.

The Melbourne-based distillery, which launched in 2020, outperformed over 200 producers to take home the top prize at the annual event that celebrates the best in spirits and alcohol production worldwide.

Awarded by nine of the world’s best judges, Grainshaker was commended for its commitment to quality and innovation, and its smooth, flavourful vodka. On behalf of the judges, David T. Smith said it was “[...] a stylish and versatile spirit. Light in body and gently warming, the palate shows great purity. Fresh citrus notes provide lift and balance amid the creamy mouthfeel. Very smooth offering showing good character on the finish”.

Described as ‘vodka the Australian way’ by the company, the product is crafted by hand in the north of Melbourne and the distillery sources all its ingredients from Victoria and New South Wales.

CEO at the maker of Grainshaker Vodka, Top Shelf International, Trent Fraser said being awarded the Vodka Producer of Year at the International Wine & Spirits Competition is an acknowledgment of the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence and catapults Grainshaker onto the world stage.

“This really is the gold medal for the global spirits industry, and we couldn’t be prouder. The win is a testament to our entire team’s hard work, passion and relentless pursuit of perfection,” Fraser said.

Image courtesy of Top Shelf International.