Whisky Magazine has announced the global winners of its 2018 Icons of Whisky Awards, following the regional stage of voting.

The awards were presented as part of the Whisky Magazine Awards held at London’s Waldorf Hotel on 22 March 2018.

Distiller of the Year, sponsored by Glencairn Crystal
Ian Macleod Distillers

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Brand Innovator of the Year, sponsored by Multi Packaging Solutions
Glenfiddich

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Craft Distiller of the Year, sponsored by Wade Ceramics
The Cotswolds Distillery

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Visitor Attraction of the Year, sponsored by Christie’s
Jameson Distillery Bow St.

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Master Distiller / Blender of the Year, sponsored by Steklarna Hrastnik
Andy Watts – Distell

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Distillery Manager of the Year, sponsored by Broxburn Properties
Victoria MacRae-Samuels – Maker’s Mark

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American Whiskey Brand Ambassador of the Year, sponsored by Procurus
Adam Harris – Beam Suntory

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Irish Whiskey Brand Ambassador of the Year, sponsored by Procurus
Ger Garland – Irish Distillers

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Scotch Whisky Brand Ambassador of the Year, sponsore by McLaren Packaging
Martin Markvardsen – Highland Park

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World Whisky Brand Ambassador of the Year
Dave Worthington – That Boutique-y Whisky Company

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Visitor Attraction Manager of the Year
Sharon Deane – Hellyers Road

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Multiple Outlets Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Amrut Distilleries
Royal Mile Whiskies – Drinkmonger

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Single Outlet Retailer of the Year
Gordon & MacPhail

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Online Retailer of the Year
Master of Malt

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Travel Retailer of the Year, sponsored by Multi Packaging Solutions
The Loop – Dublin Airport

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Supermarket of the Year
Waitrose