Sustainable Gin 'YORI,' Made from Upcycled Local Ingredients with No Prior Value, Wins 'Double Gold' at SFWSC 2026 for the Second Consecutive Year at the World's Largest Spirits Competition

Connec.t Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Jun Oguchi; hereinafter 'the company') and NO NAME DISTILLERY, the project team developing 'YORI,' a sustainable gin that utilizes regional ingredients from across Japan to address social challenges, are pleased to announce that 'OSAKIKAMIJIMA YORI' has received an exceptionally high score of 96 points at the 2026 edition of the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC)—one of the world’s three major spirits competitions and the largest distilled spirits judging event—earning the highest accolade, 'Double Gold,' for the second consecutive year.

About the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC)

The SFWSC is one of the world’s three most prestigious spirits competitions and a globally renowned spirits judging event. Established in 2000, it is held annually in San Francisco, USA. Judging follows strict criteria, with awards given in four categories: 'Double Gold' (highest honor), 'Gold,' 'Silver,' and 'Bronze.' The 'Double Gold' award is especially prestigious, granted only when all judges unanimously assign a gold medal rating.

We are deeply proud to have received the 'Double Gold' award for the second year in a row.

YORI has identified underutilized ingredients from six regions across Japan and transformed them into new value through gin. It is truly gratifying to see YORI introduced once again on a global stage among the world’s top-tier spirits, and to hear the name 'Ozakikamijima' recognized internationally.

Moving forward, we will continue to uncover hidden ingredients across Japan, infuse them with new value, and share our initiatives globally—from Japan to the world—fostering circular regional economies.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in production and to all our fans who continue to support us.

Jun Oguchi, Founder, NO NAME DISTILLERY

Sustainable Gin 'YORI' Gains High Praise in Domestic and International Competitions

YORI is a domestically produced sustainable gin brand born from the concept of 'Breathing New Life into Local Flavors.' It selects fruits and vegetables that would otherwise contribute to food waste as botanicals, upcycling them into premium spirits in innovative ways. Distillation is carried out in collaboration with Numazu Distillery in Numazu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (operated by FLAVOUR Co., Ltd.).

Operation of 'COYORI,' a Dining Concept Focused on Local and Sustainable Spirits

COYORI is a café-bar offering 70 types of Japanese craft gin and 30 types of shochu. It features a clear gin menu and tasting sets that make flavor differences easy to identify, catering to both beginners and seasoned gin enthusiasts.

Name: COYORI

Location: 2F, Hiroo SK Building, 5-14-4 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

※ 1-minute walk from Hiroo Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, located within the Hiroo Sanpo-dori Shopping Street

The Project Team 'NO NAME DISTILLERY' Developing and Producing Sustainable Gins to Address Social Challenges

'NO NAME DISTILLERY' operates with the mission of connecting local producers with consumers. Translated into Japanese, it means 'Nameless Distillery,' and true to its name, it produces sustainable gin by collaborating with various regions across Japan without owning a physical distillery.

Connec.t Inc., the Operating Company of 'NO NAME DISTILLERY'

Connec.t Inc., the operator of 'NO NAME DISTILLERY,' is a regional revitalization support company committed to the vision of 'Creating and Expanding Hometowns through Regional Management.' To enhance regional sustainability, the company works to connect communities, businesses, and consumers, aiming to regenerate local economies.

<Jun Oguchi, CEO, Connec.t Inc.>

Related Websites

● YORI Brand Site: https://yori-gin.com/

● NO NAME DISTILLERY: https://nonamedistillery.jp

● YORI Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/yori_gin_japan/

● COYORI Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/coyori_hiroo/

Inquiries

● Jun Oguchi, CEO, Connec.t Inc.

Founder, NO NAME DISTILLERY

jun.oguchi@connec-t.jp / +81-90-4461-7768

● Kana Takizawa, Public Relations, NO NAME DISTILLERY

takizawa@cplatz.co.jp / +81-90-5978-4353