Scapegrace scores big at World Whisky Masters

LONDON, Today: New Zealand’s Scapegrace Distilling is toasting three big wins at the World Whisky Masters competition, celebrating their success on the international stage.

Scapegrace’s Single Malt Anthem Whisky snagged a gold medal at the 2024 World Whisky Masters in London. Vanguard and Fortuna Single Malts each earned a silver medal.

Scapegrace Co-Founder Mark Neal is over the moon with the accolades. “This is one of the world’s most highly acclaimed whisky events so to win not one, but three medals is fantastic,” said Neal.

He added, “Our team is really pleased with the results. This is a huge win for our international reputation and again shows that Scapegrace’s range of single malt is up there with the best in the world.”

Neal explains that Anthem is all about showcasing New Zealand, using glacial waters and locally grown barley. “Anthem is a highland malt-esk whisky which is rich, elegant, and subtle. One of the unique features of the products is the inclusion of Manuka smoked malt, from New Zealand’s native Manuka plants, which is used instead of peat.”

“We are super proud of our unique, distinct Manuka style and we’re proud to be leading the way in new world whisky from New Zealand.” – Mark Neal

“The smokiness we get from Manuka is complex and dry, with eucalyptus, menthol, and forest floor style notes. These intricacies help to bring a lighter and more versatile smoke to our whisky that also lets the cereal from our new make shine in a balanced profile.”

“We are super proud of our unique, distinct Manuka style and we’re proud to be leading the way in new world whisky from New Zealand.”

The World Whiskey Masters is recognised as the world’s most highly regarded spirits blind-tasting competition globally.

The success continues a proud international award-winning legacy for the Central Otago distillery. In 2018 Scapegrace Gin was voted World’s Best London Dry Gin at the prestigious International Wine & Spirits Competition.

The award caps a big few months for Scapegrace, with the brand recently landing a major distribution deal with leading UK supermarket chain Waitrose. Scapegrace has also recently partnered with Air New Zealand, with both Scapegrace and Rogue Society spirits served both inflight and in airline lounges.