Aichi-exclusive 'Owari Whisky' wins 'Silver' for all four labels at ISC 2026
Tokai Shuzo (Aishai, Aichi) has announced that all four labels of its 'Owari' whisky series have won silver medals at the international spirits competition ISC 2026.
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Tokai Shuzo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Aishai City, Aichi Prefecture) has announced that its 'Owari' whisky series, sold exclusively in Aichi Prefecture, has won a 'Silver' medal for all four of its entries at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2026, one of the world's most prestigious spirits competitions held in the UK.
This marks the second consecutive year of recognition, with labels previously receiving 'Bronze' moving up to 'Silver.'
ISC is known for its rigorous evaluation process, featuring thousands of entries from over 70 countries. Under blind tasting conditions, world-class blenders and distillers evaluate entries solely on flavor and aroma.
The award-winning labels are:
- Owari Whisky Mizunara Cask
- Owari Whisky Ex-Bourbon
- Owari Whisky High Class Malt
- Owari Whisky Royal Malt
The distillery attributes the success to its commitment to detailed quality improvements that only a small-scale operation can provide. The 'Owari' series will continue to be sold exclusively within Aichi Prefecture to maintain its regional scarcity and value.
This marks the second consecutive year of recognition, with labels previously receiving 'Bronze' moving up to 'Silver.'
ISC is known for its rigorous evaluation process, featuring thousands of entries from over 70 countries. Under blind tasting conditions, world-class blenders and distillers evaluate entries solely on flavor and aroma.
The award-winning labels are:
- Owari Whisky Mizunara Cask
- Owari Whisky Ex-Bourbon
- Owari Whisky High Class Malt
- Owari Whisky Royal Malt
The distillery attributes the success to its commitment to detailed quality improvements that only a small-scale operation can provide. The 'Owari' series will continue to be sold exclusively within Aichi Prefecture to maintain its regional scarcity and value.
FAQ
尾張ウイスキーシリーズはどの品評会で受賞しましたか？
イギリスで開催される世界で最も権威ある酒類品評会の一つ「インターナショナル・スピリッツ・チャレンジ（ISC）2026」です。
尾張ウイスキーは何銘柄が受賞しましたか？
出品した「ミズナラカスク」「エクスバーボン」「ハイクラスモルト」「ロイヤルモルト」の全4銘柄が銀賞を受賞しました。
尾張ウイスキーはどこで購入できますか？
愛知県内の酒販店、百貨店、スーパー等での限定販売となっており、県外への展開は行っていません。
今回の受賞の注目ポイントは何ですか？
昨年まで銅賞だった銘柄が銀賞へとランクアップし、全4銘柄で銀賞を獲得した点です。
東海酒造のウイスキー造りの方針は何ですか？
小規模生産だからこそ可能な「丁寧な改善」を重視し、「昨日よりも美味しいお酒を造ること」を信念としています。