American Gin, Mulberry Gin, and Whiskey & Cream Liqueur each took Best in Class, giving our Osceola, Iowa distillery a clean sweep across every entry we sent.
We walked into the 2026 International Women’s Spirits Competition with three very different bottles and walked out with three Double Golds and three Best in Class wins. Judged by a panel of women working across the spirits industry, the competition is built to recognize bottles that connect with women buyers and consumers. We didn’t bring one bottle into competition and get lucky — we entered across three distinct categories and came away with top recognition in every one of them.
For us, the results say something meaningful about the range of what we’re making in Revelton: it’s easy to have one bottle break through. It’s harder to put a bright New Western gin, a fruit-driven infused gin, and a rich cream liqueur in front of the same panel and have all three hit. That’s the range we’ve been building toward; not one signature product, but a lineup that can compete on its own terms.
“Pristine and beautifully composed. Fresh cucumber and grassy herbal notes lead to a spirit of exceptional clarity. An extraordinary balance of botanicals and fresh herbs with a clean, lingering finish. Truly outstanding.”
“Vibrant and captivating with notes of hibiscus that dance beautifully between sweet and savory. Lush blackberry jam mingles with a tantalizing hint of salty raspberry for a truly memorable finish.”
“Flawlessly balanced and utterly indulgent. Rich butterscotch gives way to a dreamy marriage of smooth caramel and pillowy marshmallow — a spirit of pure, polished perfection.”
Those results also reflect how differently these bottles drink. Our American Gin leans citrus-forward with a lighter juniper hand and a fresh botanical profile. Mulberry Gin brings layered berry character while still keeping the structure of a gin intact. Whiskey & Cream Liqueur starts with sweet Iowa corn whiskey and settles into dessert-like notes without getting heavy. Taken together, the awards position Revelton Distilling Co. as an Iowa craft distillery with depth across categories, not just one standout release.
“Having three very different bottles land this well with judges means a lot to us because each one asks something different of the team,” said Christi Taylor, co-founder of Revelton Distilling Co. “We want every spirit to feel finished and honest to what it is, whether that’s something bright and herbal or something rich enough to pour after dinner. A result like this tells us that care is showing up in the glass.”
Revelton American Gin, Mulberry Gin, and Whiskey & Cream Liqueur are available through the distillery and online where permitted. For product details, purchasing information, or more information about Revelton Distilling Co., visit reveltondistillery.com
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About Revelton Distilling Co.
Revelton Distilling Co. is a family-owned, grain-to-glass craft distillery in Osceola, Iowa, founded by Rob and Christi Taylor. Known for its award-winning spirits and 33-foot Vendome copper still, Revelton produces small-batch bourbon, rye, gin, vodka, and specialty whiskeys using locally sourced Iowa grain. The distillery has been recognized by the American Craft Spirits Association as one of the top distillery tasting rooms in the United States. For more information, visit reveltondistillery.com.
