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Thoughts from our Sponsors — World Whiskies Awards 2025

29.08.24
Our sponsors Kavalan and IPL Packaging discuss their sponsorship of the World Whiskies Awards and how doing so is important to their company values.
With the entry deadline for the World Whiskies Awards 2025 fast approaching, preparations for the next step of the competition are already underway.

As entrants finalise their products for submission and shipping, our sponsors have kindly offered their thoughts on what they’re looking forward to with this year’s awards as well as how the goals of the World Whiskies Awards align with their company values.

Two of our key sponsors Kavalan and IPL Packaging, gave us insight into their feelings on what sponsoring the World Whiskies Awards means to them.

Kavalan
Kavalan Distillery has been a pioneering figure in Asian malt whisky since 2005. Kavalan utilises the mineral-rich meltwaters of Snow Mountain using the additional elements of intense heat, humidity, sea, and mountain breezes to create the distinct character for which Kavalan is known for. TT Lee founded the distillery with the hopes to create a Taiwanese distillery that would last generations.

YT Lee, CEO of Kavalan Whisky, commented: “Kavalan Whisky is thrilled to support the Icons of Whisky ceremony. This event honours the pioneers and leaders in the whisky world, reflecting our own dedication to excellence. We’re proud to celebrate the industry’s finest and share in the passion that drives innovation and craftsmanship in whisky.”

IPL Packaging
Beginning in the early 2000s, IPL Packaging started out as a company that focused on sourcing and supplying promotional packaging. When international trade in China opened up, opportunities for manufacturing increased, leading them to create custom packaging for world-renowned brands. Their reputation and client base has since grown, with IPL Packaging supplying their services to Europe and North America. Today, it is a company that aims to prioritise creativity, push the boundaries of design, and sustainability.

Neil Macaulay, UK and European director of IPL Packaging, commented: “As IPL Packaging approaches our 25th anniversary next year, we're excited to continue supporting excellence in the whisky industry by sponsoring the World Whisky Awards again. Last year's sponsorship was incredibly rewarding, and we’re honoured to, once again, present awards to the distinguished winners, including remarkable distilleries, iconic brands, and individual whisky artisans. Sponsoring this event aligns with our mission to provide premium, innovative packaging solutions that elevate our clients' brands. To all participants, your passion and commitment to your craft are inspiring. We look forward to celebrating your successes and witnessing your continued growth and innovation within the whisky community. At IPL Packaging, we take packaging personally, and we're proud to stand with you in celebrating the art and science of whisky making.”

The entry deadline for the World Whiskies Awards 2025 is 1 September 2024, followed by the shipping deadline the same month on 29 September. For further information on entering, head to the World Whiskies Awards’ how to enter page online. More information on Kavalan and IPL Packaging can be found on their company websites.
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Kavalan Whisky
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