2025 Competition Results

Best Vodkas of the Year

With more than 200 vodkas entered from around the world, the New York International Spirits Competition presents the results from our trade buyer panel, who blind-tasted each entry according to category and price


Top 20

Vodkas of the Year

Belvedere Organic Vodka
Vodka 57 Pure Glacier Vodka
D’YAVOL Vodka
TenHead Classic Vodka
Luksusowa Vodka
Spy Trail Distillery Vodka
Ora Vodka
Aero Squadron Vodka
Smirnoff Electric Guava
NEFT Vodka
Bond St. Vodka
Liberty & Plenty Distillery Slate Belt Vodka
Holistic Spirits Company Origen Specialty Vodka
Oxford Oaks Distillery Black Pepper Vodka
Nothing Bothers Me Vodka
The Reid Vodka
Affect Vodka
ROXX Vodka
High Rock Vodka
Liberty & Plenty Distillery Slate Belt Cold Distilled Grapefruit Vodka


2025 Awards

Individual Winners

The New York International Spirits Competition, now in its 16th year, has revealed the best vodkas from over 200 entries worldwide, evaluated by an expert panel of trade buyers. From Belvedere Organic Vodka to Liberty & Plenty Distillery Slate Belt Cold Distilled Grapefruit Vodka and many other exceptional selections, these vodkas were blind-tasted and awarded for their excellence across multiple categories. Check out the full list of winners across dozens of prestigious categories below!


INDIVIDUAL WINNERS OF 2025

Domestic Winners

New York Vodka Distillery of the Year

Spy Trail Distillery

North Carolina Flavored Vodka Distillery of the Year

Oxford Oaks Distillery

North Carolina Vodka Distillery of the Year

Liberty & Plenty Distillery

International Winners

New Zealand Vodka of the Year

The Reid Vodka

Poland Vodka of the Year

Belvedere

Switzerland Vodka of the Year

Vodka 57



Award and Scoring

All Winners

Celebrating Excellence in Vodka Craftsmanship

Highlighting the finest vodkas from around the world, the 2025 New York International Spirits Competition showcases the remarkable expertise of distillers globally. Each vodka was rigorously blind-tasted by a panel of industry professionals, guaranteeing the awards reflect superior quality and innovation. From Belvedere Organic Vodka to Liberty & Plenty Distillery Slate Belt Cold Distilled Grapefruit Vodka, these vodkas represent the gold standard. Discover the winners and experience the ultimate in vodka excellence!

Contact Information

New York International Spirits Competition
C/O Adam Levy
E: info@nyispiritscompetition.com