The Australian Distillers Association Industry Awards recognise excellence across the Australian distilling industry, not only in the spirits we produce, but in how we build our businesses, support our people, contribute to our communities and strengthen our industry for the future.
These awards are designed to recognise distilleries and individuals at all stages of development. Entries will be judged relative to the scale, stage and resources of the business, ensuring that small and medium distilleries can stand alongside larger operators on a fair and equal footing.
Winners will be announced at the ADA Gala & Awards Dinner at the Australian Distillers Conference on 18th June 2026, in Adelaide.
ADA Industry Awards 2026 Finalists
The Australian Distillers Association is proud to announce the finalists for the inaugural ADA Industry Awards.
These awards recognise excellence, innovation, leadership and progress across the Australian distilling industry. We are incredibly proud of the calibre of entries received in this first year and delighted to celebrate the distilleries and individuals helping shape the future of Australian spirits.
Winners will be announced at the ADA Gala Awards Dinner on Thursday 18 June 2026 at the Adelaide Convention Centre, part of the Festival of Distilling Conference.
Award Categories
Click on an award category below to see this year's finalists.
Key Dates
Entries Open: Wednesday 1 April 2026
Entries Close: Monday 27 April 2026, 6:00 PM
Judging Period: Late April to May 2026
Finalists Announced: 18 May 2026
Winners Announced: At the ADA Gala & Awards Dinner, 18 June 2026
Eligibility
- Entries are open to current financial members of the Australian Distillers Association.
- Businesses may enter up to two award categories.
- Entries must relate to work undertaken within the past 24 months.
- The Emerging Distillery Award is open to distilleries established in 2021 or later.
