Somerset-based distillery Dryad Gin Ltd is celebrating its latest success at the prestigious Taste of the West Awards, reinforcing its reputation for crafting distinctive, high-quality spirits rooted in place and nature.
In the 2026 awards, Dryad Gin received:
- Gold for its flagship Dryad Gin.
- Silver for its new Sea Centaur.
- Commended for Dryad Yule Spiced Gin.
- Silver for its Online Retail Shop
These results continue a strong track record for the business, which has now achieved Gold every year since 2023, highlighting both the quality and consistency of its core spirit.
The Taste of the West Awards are widely respected for their rigorous judging process and meaningful feedback. A Gold Award is reserved for products that are truly exceptional and stand out to judges. A Silver Award recognises products that are very good, requiring only minor refinements to reach their full potential. A Commended Award highlights products with clear promise, already on the right path and with the potential to fully shine with further development.
Founder Becky Wright said: “We’re incredibly proud of these results, especially continuing to achieve Gold for Dryad Gin year after year. For us, it’s not just about creating something exceptional once, but about consistency, care and staying true to the spirit of what we do. The recognition across our range, and for our online shop, shows that the experience around the product matters just as much as what’s in the glass.”
Dryad Gin has built its reputation on creating small-batch spirits inspired by The Quantocks, using carefully selected botanicals to evoke a sense of place. Alongside its spirits, the brand offers immersive experiences, including botanical walks that deepen people’s connection to nature and the story behind the gin, and a Pop Up Pub where a pub may have closed or a community wants to come together and they don’t have a pub.
The Silver award for Dryad Gin’s online retail shop reflects the growing strength of its direct-to-consumer offering, with recognition given to its storytelling, personal customer experience, and attention to detail.
As the business continues to grow, Dryad Gin remains focused on refining both its products and customer experience, guided by feedback and a commitment to thoughtful, nature-led craft.
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