International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC) has announced its 2026 Emerging Talent Awards are now open.
Celebrating the next generation of drinks industry leaders – from communication and mixology to hospitality and business – the competition is open to early-career professionals making an impact.
This year’s Awards introduces a new Emerging Talent in No & Low category, reflecting the rising momentum in this space.
Other Emerging Talent categories include: Spirits Communication, Bartending, Wine Communication, Wine Business, Spirits Business and Wine Hospitality.
Winners in each category will receive a £2,500 bursary to further their knowledge and support their growth within the industry.
Entries close on 23 February 2026 – you can enter yourself, or someone else can nominate you.
For more information or entry forms, click here.
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