Always a strong contender, DGB Spirits were once again the judges choice at the African leg of the Intercontinental Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2023.

This year DGB entered five brands to participate in the competition that took place from 24 - 30 May 2023, and are proud to announce the results for each brand:

Coco Rico - Double Gold

A spirit-based salted caramel and coconut flavoured cream liqueur that captures a feeling of paradise with every sip.

1000 Pounder Rum – Gold

A hand-crafted dark Jamaican-style rum with subtle flavours of cinnamon, oak, caramel and cigars.

Sydney Back Potstill Brandy 10 Year - Double Gold

An expertly produced blend of hazelnut, peach and subtle liquorice notes offering savoury and sweet flavours of almond and apricot.

Boschendal XO Potstill Brandy - Double Gold

A double distilled, masterfully blended brandy that exudes deep amber warmth enhanced by complex dried peaches and spice.

Sydney Back Potstill Brandy 15 Year - Trophy Winner

A full bodied, complex bouquet of aromatic oak with walnut, floral, spicy vanilla, sweet caramel toffee and butterscotch. Refined, subtle and delicate, with a lingering fruity aroma and dry finish.

Sydney Back Potstill Brandy 15 Year captivated the judges with its depth of flavour, complexity and unparalleled quality as a Cape Brandy. The brandy was awarded the Trophy Award for outstanding character and finesse along with only one other brandy.

The Intercontinental Spirits Challenge aims to celebrate excellence in the spirits industry globally, providing a platform for distilleries and producers from around the world to showcase their products and have them blind tasted and evaluated by a panel of expert judges. Now in its 28th year, the ISC awards serve as a mark of distinction. They contribute greatly to a spirit's recognition within the industry as well as provide exposure to consumers and enthusiasts who make informed choices based on the awards.

“DGB emerged as the most impressive producer, with outstanding performance in the competition”, commented a Intercontinental Spirits Challenge Awards representative.

DGB is truly proud of their brands and acknowledge the hard work and passionate team behind all their exceptional quality products.

They would like to thank the Intercontinental Spirits Challenge for the awards and acknowledgements and wish contestants all the best for the final key and recognition awards announcements in September.

For more information on the winning DGB brands visit:

• www.cocoricoliqueur.co.za
• www.1000pounder.com
• www.sydneybackwines.com
• www.boschendalwines.com

Follow @cocoricocreamliqueur on Instagram and @CocoRicoCreamLiqueur on Facebook.

Follow @sydneybackwines on Instagram and @SydneyBackWines on Facebook.

Follow @boschendalwines on Instagram and @Boschendal on Facebook.

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Issued by:
Paul Reynell
Paddington Station PR
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On behalf of:
Dineo Nkonki
DGB (Pty) Ltd
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About Douglas Green
DGB is one of South Africa's largest independent wine and spirit producers and distributors whose mission is to build brands with an unrivalled passion. Crafting world-class wines since 1990, DGB’s ever-growing stable of fine wine brands is a reflection of SA’s diversity, heritage and authenticity. Their spirit collection includes traditional, heritage brands as well as modern, urban brands encompassing shooters, cream liqueurs, Sambuca, Brandy, Schnapps, Rum and Whisky. And as a distributor, they look to cater to both local and international markets. DGB pride themselves on being stewards of innovation and sustainability, and ensure that all the brands in their portfolio reflect this ethos.