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Tanduay Raises the Bar for Philippine Rums Anew with Two Gold Wins in the U.S.

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MANILA — Tanduay continues to reinforce its standing among the world’s leading makers of premium rums as two of its products were awarded Gold Medals at the 2026 Bartender Spirits Awards in Chicago, USA held last June 10.

Tanduay Double Rum and Tanduay Reserve Rum 10 Years both scored 95 points to earn the much-coveted honors in a contest that evaluates spirits based on how they perform in real-world hospitality settings.

“The awards Tanduay has received throughout the years show that Philippine rums can truly compete with the world’s best,” said Roy Kristoffer Sumang, Tanduay International Business Development Manager. “And what makes our latest wins at the Bartender Spirits Awards even more special is that it was judged by a panel composed exclusively of bartenders and hospitality professionals. These are the people who know what spirits truly shine from shelf to glass.”

Two of Tanduay’s Finest Premium Rums

Tanduay Double Rum is made from a blend of rums aged 16 and 5 years, which are then combined in ex-bourbon barrels for another two years. This aging process contributes to the award-winning rum’s harmony of flavors from start to finish, making it a great sipping rum.

According to the 2026 Bartender Spirits Awards’ tasting notes, Tanduay Double Rum’s “aromas of honeysuckle, marzipan, and nutmeg lead to a palate of toasted toffee and cacao, culminating in a soft, long, and very pleasant finish.”

Another internationally recognized product, Tanduay Reserve Rum 10 Years is a bold blend of rums aged in oak barrels for a decade. It is an overproof rum with a 50.5% alcohol by volume (ABV).

In the 2026 Bartender Spirits Awards, its tasting notes were “aromas of honey, dried fruit, and spice” that “lead to a smooth, approachable palate with evolving candied fruit notes and a balanced, lingering finish.”

How Products Are Scored

Scores are awarded to spirits based on their mixability or how well they are blended or combined in cocktails; balance and versatility or their flavor and aroma; and taste, mouthfeel, and finish. They are also judged on their packaging, its creative design, label quality, label details, back-bar appeal, and functionality (including shape, size, weight, and ease of pouring), as well as their value, or how they are priced and what value they offer.

Bronze Medals are awarded to spirits that score 80-84 points; Silver to those that score 85-89 points; Gold to those that score 90 to 95 points; and Double Gold to those that score 96 points and above.

More About the Bartender Spirits Awards

The Bartender Spirits Awards is focused on identifying products that perform successfully in the U.S. on-premise market, helping bars, restaurants, hotels, and hospitality venues discover spirits with strong commercial potential.

The competition is judged exclusively by professionals actively working in hospitality, and winning spirits are recognized not only for quality but also for their practical value in real-world beverage programs.

“These international awards reflect Tanduay’s commitment to Filipino craftsmanship and innovation, and they inspire us to continue showcasing the best of the Philippines on the global stage,” Sumang said.

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In Taste and Design, Tanduay Shines at PR%F Awards

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MANILA, Philippines — When it comes to what really moves spirits off the shelf and into a glass, taste and design matter. The first showcases the product’s craftsmanship and character, whether it’s worth having over and over again or just once. The latter, meanwhile, contributes to its visual storytelling, helping shape first impressions and inviting customers to discover what lies beyond its brand name and label.

At the recent PR%F Awards 2025, a Filipino brand showed that it has mastered both. It’s really no surprise as it has been winning accolades left and right.

“Detail is important when it comes to taste and design, and we at Tanduay have always paid close attention to the products we release. We want it to be the best, and to have the same quality wherever it is being distributed anywhere in the world,” said Roy Kristoffer Sumang, Tanduay International Business Development Manager.

Tanduay Overproof earned a Gold Medal with a score of 93 at the Tasting Competition and a Double Gold at the Design Competition. Tanduay Reserve Rum 10 Years, meanwhile, was awarded a Silver Medal with a score of 89 at the Tasting Competition and a Gold at the Design Competition.

The Tasting Competition is a double blind-tasting process where spirits, wines, and beverages are judged in 100-point rating system. In the Design Competition, judges inspect the bottles or cans of the product, reading its story and ingredients, and evaluating its packaging and its overall look and feel.

The PR%F Awards is one of the most prestigious spirits competitions in the world, with a judging panel comprised of top-tier buyers and decision-makers from hotel groups, airlines, restaurants, nightclubs, dispensaries, and liquor stores from the United States and Canada.

“It is a great honor to receive recognition from a competition designed to reflect real-world buying decisions, where products are evaluated by experts who have a say on what customers would want,” Sumang said.

An Artful Blend of Dark Rums

Tanduay Overproof has a delightful interplay of fruity nuances and woody spice notes from ex-bourbon oak barrels. It is a blend of pot and column still dark rums that showcases Tanduay’s expertise in aging.

Tanduay Overproof has a 40% alcohol by volume, and has clear to medium amber glow that hints at its time in aging. On the nose, it greets you with a clean and light aromas of caramel, cherry, and vanilla layered with soft hints of banana and pear.

On the palate, Tanduay Overproof unfolds with an off-dry sweetness and a smooth and warm texture. It has medium intensity flavors of caramel and burnt sugar with light intensity of oak, vanilla, and sherry with hints of banana and pear. It has a medium-long and very complex finish that reflect its depth and character.

This elegantly packaged premium rum comes in 700 mL and 750 mL bottles and is available in select international wines and spirits stores.

A Rum That Embodies the Philippines’ Tropical Essence

Tanduay Reserve Rum 10 Years, meanwhile, is a smooth rounded rum perfect for sipping neat or in cocktails. Bottled at 40% alcohol by volume, it comes in a deep amber color.

On the nose, it has rich aromas of tropical dried fruits, toasted oak, vanilla, butterscotch and toffee. Flavors of toasted oak unfold with balanced notes of caramel, vanilla, and dried fruits. It has a round, smooth body that is medium to full in weight, and its finish is smooth and gently woody, with lingering hints of raisin and dark chocolate.

Tanduay Reserve Rum 10 Years is aged for at least 10 years in ex-bourbon barrels, contributing to its depth and complexity. It comes in a sophisticated 750 mL bottle and can also be purchased in select international wines and spirits stores.

Showcasing the Best of Philippine Rums

Tanduay continues to banner the tradition and innovation of the country’s rums by producing proudly Philippine-made spirits that use the best local ingredients.

“This recent recognition reinforces our decades-long commitment to quality. Tanduay crafts rums that speak for themselves, whether they are judged by a panel of experts or enjoyed by the most discerning consumer,” Sumang concluded.

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How Filipino Craftsmanship Carried Tanduay to Gold Wins at the World Spirits Competition

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MANILA, Philippines —  From the Philippines to the international stage, Tanduay rums are winning the respect of discerning drinkers, proving that local craftsmanship can compete on the international stage.

At the recent World Spirits Competition hosted by Cigar & Spirits Magazine, Tanduay was bestowed two gold medals, one each for Tanduay Reserve Rum 10 Years and Tanduay Double Rum. The contest gathered some of the world’s finest spirits and was judged by a prestigious panel of industry experts, professional tasters, and spirit connoisseurs. They underwent a strict blind-tasting process to ensure  fairness and integrity, with all identifying information about the products removed.

From this rigorous judging, Tanduay emerged, proving that Philippine-made rums can stand among the world’s best.

A Craft Passed Down Through Generations

Beyond the accolades, Tanduay’s achievement represents the enduring skill and passion of the Filipino craftsman. Since 1854, Tanduay is proudly Philippine-made. Its distilling, aging, blending, and bottling processes are all done in the country. The ingredients used for its making are also all sourced locally.

Tanduay Reserve Rum 10 Years and Tanduay Double Rum both exemplify the brand’s mastery that has been refined throughout the years. Aged and blended to perfection, they offer distinct expressions.

Tanduay Reserve Rum 10 Years has aromas of dried fruits, toasted oak, vanilla, and butterscotch, has flavors of caramel, vanilla, and dried fruits, finishing with woody notes, raisins and dark chocolate. It is aged for 10 years in ex-bourbon barrels.

Tanduay Double Rum, meanwhile, has a sweet, fruity, floral, citrus, vanilla, caramelized pineapple, toasted nuts, cherry, vanilla, and tropical fruits aroma, and tastes sweet, fruity, and floral.  It is made from a blend of rums aged 16 and 5 years that are further aged for 2 years.

Tanduay’s Winning Tradition

As early as 1876, Tanduay was bestowed an international honor when it won gold at the Exposition Universelle in Paris, France. In recent years, it has received awards from the Monde Selection, World Branding Awards, New York International Spirits Competition, San Diego Spirits Festival, and other prestigious contests.

From Manila, Tanduay significantly expanded its reach, bringing a taste of the Philippines to the world.

As of this writing, Tanduay products are available in Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Hungary, India, Luxembourg, Malta, New Zealand, People’s Republic of China, Peru, Poland, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, the Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United States, and United Kingdom. 

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