These Kentucky-Made Whiskeys Crowned Best in the World

This year's International Wine & Spirit Competition featured many gold medal winners from around the world, but to no one's surprise, the best worldwide whiskey and best bourbon both originate from one U.S. state: Kentucky .

On Oct. 4, the IWSC announced the spirits that won trophies in the 2024 competition after judges re-tasted this year's gold medal winners. Amid some stiff competition, Kentucky-based Coors Spirits Co.'s Five Trail Barrel Proof Batch 003 Blended American Whiskey was crowned the best whiskey in the world. The best bourbon in the world also hails from The Bluegrass State, as Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.'s High Rye Bourbon Kentucky Straight Whiskey was named the best bourbon on the planet .

Both spirits offer unique flavors that won the hearts of the professionals who tasted thousands of spirits in this year's competition.

Coors Spirits' whiskey is described as containing "big enticing aromas of malted cereal, sweet creamy milk chocolate and crisp red berries," according to the IWSC . "The deliciously silky palate drips with the flavors of candied spiced nuts," they said, resulting in "a gorgeous mouthfeel that boasts a satisfyingly velvety finish."

Kentucky Peerless' bourbon, meanwhile, has a smokier feel than the sweetness of Coors' whiskey.

"The nose greets with classic, inviting aromas of animal hide and smoky campfire embers," the IWSC said . "On the palate, a harmonious blend of rich baking spices and luscious red fruits unfolds, while a subtly dry finish reveals hints of buttery marmalade on toast."

If you're looking to sip the best of the best, check out this year's trophy winners and start stocking out your home bar .