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Best Beverage Producers in the World

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Spirit

HÄRNÖSAND, Sweden
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Hernö Gin Distillery is Sweden's first dedicated gin distillery, located in Dala, near Härnösand. Founded in 2011 by Jon Hillgren, it is renowned for its organic and sustainably crafted gins. Using traditional copper pot stills, Hernö combines high-quality botanicals like juniper, coriander, lemon peel, lingonberry, and birch leaves.


Their range includes award-winning expressions such as Hernö Dry Gin, Old Tom Gin, Navy Strength Gin, and Juniper Cask Gin. The distillery has earned numerous global accolades, including titles for the world's best gin. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, tastings, and workshops on cocktail-making and gin crafting. 
AWARDS

SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold

2024

ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold

2020

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020

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Spirit

VÄSTERNORRLAND COUNTY, Sweden
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ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold

2024

BEST High Coast Distillery Spirits
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Spirit

GÄVLEBORG COUNTY, Sweden
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Mic Drop Sweden is a premium gin producer based in Järvsö, Sweden, known for its handcrafted spirits that blend traditional distillation methods with modern flavors. Their production process begins with locally sourced grains and pure well water from northern Sweden.


These grains are milled in a 19th-century mill powered by a nearby river, and the base spirit is meticulously crafted under the supervision of their Master Distiller at Tevsjö Mill & Distillery. This dedication to quality allows Mic Drop Sweden to proudly label their creations as Ultra Premium Dry Gin.
AWARDS

London Spirits Competition - Gold

2024

BEST Mic Drop Sweden Spirits
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Spirit

SUNDSVALL, Sweden
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O.P. Anderson is a well-known brand of aquavit and gin that falls under the umbrella of Anora Group, a leading Nordic alcohol producer. Anora Group was formed through the merger of Altia and Arcus, creating a significant player in the spirits and wine industry.


O.P. Anderson, with its rich history dating back to 1891, is one of the company's flagship brands. It is widely recognized for its traditional Swedish aquavit, as well as for its innovative products like O.P. Anderson Old Tom Gin and O.P. Anderson Blood Orange Gin. 
AWARDS

ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold

2023

The Gin Masters - Gold

2022

ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold

2022, 2021

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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2024, 2022

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Spirit

PITEÅ, Sweden
4.8
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2023

BEST GinGin Distillery Spirits
07
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The Gin Masters – Second Tasting - Gold

2022

BEST Brand Star Alliance Spirits
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Best Beverages in the World

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Hernö Juniper Cask Gin, the first gin in the world matured on juniper wood casks, is made from the same distilled gin as Hernö Dry Gin, diluted to 47% vol. and gently matured for 30 days in juniper wood casks. The maturity gives more intense juniper notes finished with a long harmonious hint of citrus peel.
AWARDS

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding

2019

The Gin Masters - Master

2022

World Gin Awards - Country Winner

2021

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Spirit

VÄSTERNORRLAND COUNTY, Sweden
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ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold

2024

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VÄSTERNORRLAND COUNTY, Sweden
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ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold

2024

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GÄVLEBORG COUNTY, Sweden
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Mic Drop Dry Gin is an ultra-premium dry gin produced by MIC DROP Sweden, a distillery based in Järvsö, Sweden. This gin is crafted using locally sourced grains and pure well water from northern Sweden. The grains are milled in a 19th-century mill powered by a nearby river, and the base spirit is meticulously produced under the supervision of their Master Distiller at Tevsjö Mill & Distillery.


This dedication to quality allows MIC DROP Sweden to proudly label their creation as Ultra Premium Dry Gin.
AWARDS

London Spirits Competition - Gold

2024

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A homage to our Swedish capital Stockholm, situated 424 kilometers south of the Home of Swedish Gin. Only available at Hernö Gin Bar in Stockholm. A strong start with oily juniper which turns into green herbal notes, followed by fruity sweet notes of lemon and lime.


A long and spicy finish.
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The Gin Masters - Master

2022

06
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A legendary cocktail with a story. The Great Tom Collins Hoax of 1874 was a joke that went viral in New York and Philadelphia. It became a rage asking for the non existing person Tom Collins and newspapers were printing stories about false sightings of him.


A bartender caught on and gave a drink the name Tom Collins so if anyone was making this joke they had unknowingly ordered the drink.
AWARDS

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding

2024

The Gin Masters - Gold

2022

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2022, 2021

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Hernö Navy Strength Gin is a flagship made from the same distilled gin as Hernö Dry Gin, but with 57 % alcohol content. The difference in aroma and taste is very clear and the strength of Hernö Navy Strength has an overall richer taste with more pronounced juniper, coriander, citrus and especially spices.


Simple design in dark color.
AWARDS

SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold

2024

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2024, 2023, 2020

The Gin Masters - Gold

2022

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A citrus-driven, floral expression. Harmonious and balanced lighter style with juniper and pine on the nose. Subtle lemon, on a crisp and fresh, vibrant palate with herbal and green notes.
AWARDS

ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold

2020

The Gin Masters - Gold

2022

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2021

09
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Hernö Pink BTL is an organic gin in the popular London Dry style. Gin should not be colored just to attract glances. However, Hernö Pink Gin still has a taste in which you can smell fruits and flowers, as well as the predominant junipers. It is made from 8 organic shoes, including juniper, strawberries and rose petals.


It does not contain any dyes, added flavors or sugar.
AWARDS

The Gin Masters - Gold

2022

The Gin Masters - Master

2022

World Gin Awards - Country Winner

2022

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O.P. Anderson Aquavit is a premium Swedish spirit that has been a staple in Scandinavian culture since its creation in 1891. Known for its unique blend of botanicals, O.P. Anderson Aquavit is a traditional aquavit—a flavored spirit made from grain or potatoes and typically infused with spices such as caraway, dill, and fennel.


This gives it a distinctive herbal and spicy flavor profile that is both bold and smooth.
AWARDS

ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold

2023

ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold

2022, 2021

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding

2019

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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2023

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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2024

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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2024

14
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2024

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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold

2022

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O.P. Anderson Old Tom Gin is a unique variation of the traditional gin, inspired by the classic Old Tom style. Produced by O.P. Anderson, a renowned Swedish brand known for its aquavit, this gin has a distinctive profile, blending the botanicals typically found in aquavit with the aromatic qualities of gin.
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The Gin Masters - Gold

2022

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O.P. Anderson Blood Orange Gin is a vibrant and flavorful gin from the renowned O.P. Anderson Distillery in Sweden. This gin combines the traditional botanical profile of O.P. Anderson's gin with the bright and refreshing taste of blood oranges, resulting in a unique and aromatic spirit.
AWARDS

The Gin Masters - Gold

2022

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The Gin Masters – Second Tasting - Gold

2022

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