Australia's beloved Bondi distillery takes home two prestigious medals on the global stage.
We're proud to announce that Bondi Liquor Co has been recognised at the World Gin Awards 2026, one of the world's most prestigious and rigorously judged international spirits competitions.
Beach Dry Gin was awarded the Gold Medal, and our Mandarin Gin took home the Silver Medal — both judged blind by an expert international panel spanning distilling, mixology, retail, and trade.
What the World Gin Awards Mean
The World Gin Awards, part of the World Drinks Awards programme, assess entries across internationally recognised gin styles. Judging is conducted blind, meaning no brand names, no labels — just the liquid in the glass. For a small-batch Australian distillery competing against gins from across the globe, these results carry real weight.
About Our Gold Medal Winner: Beach Dry Gin
Beach Dry Gin is Bondi Liquor Co's signature expression — a clean, elegant dry gin crafted to capture the spirit of the Australian coast. Distilled in small batches in Darlinghurst using quality botanicals, it's the gin that started it all. A gold medal on the world stage is, quite simply, the validation of everything we set out to create.
About Our Silver Medal Winner: Mandarin Gin
Our Mandarin Gin is a contemporary expression with fresh mandarin at its heart, balanced by botanicals that include lemon myrtle, ginger, and rivermint - a distinctly Australian take on the citrus gin. The silver medal reflects the depth and craft that goes into every bottle we produce.
Born in Bondi. Recognised by the World.
Bondi Liquor Co launched in 2021 as Bondi Beach's first local distillery. Founded by Ben, Adrian and Will - three mates with backgrounds across hospitality, distribution, and production - the brand was built on a simple philosophy: flavour first, quality always, and a deep connection to the place we call home.
Since then, we've grown from a pop-up during Sydney's lockdowns to a distillery and bar at the heart of one of Australia's most iconic communities. These awards are a milestone, but the mission remains the same.
Shop the Award-Winning Gins
Both the Beach Dry Gin and Mandarin Gin are available online and through our Darlinghurst distillery. Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering Bondi Liquor Co for the first time, there's never been a better moment to pour a glass.
Shop Beach Dry Gin | Shop Mandarin Gin
Bondi Liquor Co - born in Bondi, distilled with purpose, recognised by the world.
