The 2025 Australian Drinks Awards was a stellar night. Almost 400 guests came together at the Hilton Sydney on Thursday, July 17 to celebrate the strength of the Australian drinks industry. The Australian Drinks Awards recognises, encourages and promotes excellence in the Australian drinks sector. No in its 13th year, the awards have evolved into the premier event for honouring achievement and innovation within the Australian liquor industry. A total of 34 awards were distributed across the Supplier, Brand and Contribution to Industry categories.
The highly coveted Supplier Awards are determined by the results of the Advantage Engagement Program.
Lion
Sponsored by:
Diageo
Australian Vintage
The three Contribution to Industry Awards are based on member submissions that are assessed against clear and comprehensive criteria, including strategy, sustainability, innovation and impact. The judging panel includes industry leaders from the Drinks Association Board, member companies, partners and subject matter experts.
Winner: Asahi Beverages
Winner: Australian Vintage
There are 27 awards spread across the Most Reputable Brand, Best New Product Innovation and Best Brand Campaign. Thrive Insights undertakes research amongst 4,000 Australian consumers of beer, wine, spirits, RTDs and cider. Purchase and consumption behaviour is captured, along with brand and product perceptions to determine category winners.