2026 Judges’ Feedback
Recordings were made of the chairman’s review and the judges’ opinions of the various categories.
Watch the 2026 Judges’ Feedback videos below.
The Investec Trophy Spirits Show 2026
Michael Fridjhon - An overview
Michael Fridjhon - Judging Spirits is different
Andy Watts - Malt and Grain
Carla Weightman - Paying attention to each class
Dave Gunns – Good value and ultra premium whisky
Dave Gunns – The trustworthy message to consumers
Jason McEvoy – premium whisky market vs good value
Kresan Naidu – What’s happened with gin
Mare Loe Prinsloo - Balance and Quality
Neil Paterson - Bourbon
Neil Paterson - Irish Whiskey
Neil Paterson - Other sources of Malt
Sean Gunns - Talking Tequila and Terroir
Winnie Bowman CWM – Cape Brandy vs Cognac
Winnie Bowman CWM – On Cape Brandy’s Home grown Advantage