Chicago, USA – June 10, 2025 — Nativo Bosque Gin has been honored with the prestigious Best Spirit Award at the 7th Annual International Bartender Spirits Awards (IBSA) 2025, celebrating its outstanding excellence in the highly competitive U.S. on-premise market. This coveted accolade recognizes the gin’s superior balance, flavor complexity, and versatility, as judged by an elite panel of top industry bartenders.

The International Bartender Spirits Awards, now in its seventh year, is renowned for its rigorous blind tasting process, where spirits are evaluated strictly on taste, mixability, and finish, followed by price and packaging assessments to ensure a well-rounded review. Nativo Bosque Gin distinguished itself among a diverse lineup of international spirits for its exceptional quality and remarkable value.

The BSA judging panel comprises top bartenders and industry influencers who evaluate entrants on three key pillars: blind tasting, price-to-quality value, and packaging innovation. Nativo Bosque Gin excelled across all categories, impressing judges with its aromatic profile, smooth mouthfeel, and sophisticated finish — qualities that make it an ideal choice for both classic and innovative cocktails.

As the on-premise market continues to evolve, Nativo Bosque Gin’s win highlights the growing demand for premium craft spirits that combine authenticity with mixability, empowering bartenders to create memorable drinking experiences.

"As per the judges, this is a stunning expression — bright lemon and coriander leap from the nose, giving way to a creamy, citrus-driven palate. The finish delivers just the right touch of bitter peel and warm spice. A standout gin, perfect for vibrant, refreshing cocktails and a well-deserved top winner at the Bartender Spirits Awards."

“Each year, we’re proud to offer a platform where international spirits can be judged by the very people they’re made for: bartenders,” said Sid Patel, CEO of Bartender Spirits Awards and Beverage Trade Network. “Chicago is the perfect host city for this—it’s a world-class beverage hub, and this year’s competition showcased how global the industry has become.”

Here are some top winners:

Special Awards	Product Name	Country	Category
Spirit Of The Year	Nativo Bosque Gin	Argentina	Gin
Vodka Of The Year	Angry Giraffe Premium Vodka	United States	Vodka
Rum Of The Year	Old Road Rum	Saint Kitts and Nevis	Rum
Tequila Of The Year	Don Nacho Tributo Reposado 100% Pure of Agave	Mexico	Tequila
Gin Of The Year	Nativo Bosque Gin	Argentina	Gin
Whisky Of The Year	Uncle Nearest Master Blend Edition - Batch 032	United States	Whisky
Brandy Of The Year	The Calistoga Star Brandy	United States	Brandy
Liqueur Of The Year	TAU Hierbas	Switzerland	Liqueurs
Cognac Of The Year	Rémy Martin	France	Cognac
Mezcal Of The Year	400 Conejos Espadin Joven	Mexico	Mezcal
RTD Of The Year	Mai Tai	United States	Ready to drink (RTD)
Non-Alcoholic Of The Year	Aperitif Spritz	United States	Non-alcoholic Spirits
Fruit Spirits Of The Year	Ferrand Dry Curaçao Yuzu Late Harvest	France	Fruit Spirits (Distilled)
Vermouth Of The Year	Silvio Carta Mazzini Bianco Vermouth	Italy	Other Spirits
Pisco Of The Year	Demonio De Los Andes by Vina Tacama	Peru	Other Spirits
Best Spirit By Value	Verita Vodka Italiana	Italy	Vodka
Best Spirit By Package	Mai Tai	United States	Ready to drink (RTD)

View the full 2025 Bartender Spirits Awards Winners Here.

What Sets the Bartender Spirits Awards Apart

Designed specifically for the on-premise trade, the Bartender Spirits Awards evaluates each spirit based on:

1. Mixability 

2. Balance and Versatility 

3. Taste, Mouthfeel, and Finish 

4. Value 

5. Package

The evaluation process begins with a blind tasting where spirits are assessed by top bartenders based on mixability, balance, versatility, overall taste, mouthfeel, and finish, ensuring unbiased and expert review by category and origin. Following this, judges review the price to determine the value score, measuring how well the quality aligns with the cost, and providing insight for both bartenders and consumers on fair pricing. Finally, the packaging is evaluated for creative design, back-bar appeal, and functionality—including shape, weight, and ease of pouring—to ensure the spirit stands out visually while offering practical usability.

Judges include beverage buyers from top U.S. hospitality groups, award-winning bartenders, and bar directors from some of the country’s most iconic restaurants and hotels. Spirits are blind-tasted and scored based on how likely they are to be used and recommended by bartenders in real-world bar programs.

About Bartender Spirits Awards

Launched in 2018, the Bartender Spirits Awards is a premier competition focused exclusively on the U.S. on-premise market. Held annually in Chicago, the competition is organized by the Beverage Trade Network and judged by leading U.S. bartenders and beverage professionals. The competition is a trusted platform for both domestic and international spirits seeking relevance and success in the American bar scene.