Seltzer Nation Awards 2024

The past year heralded a remarkable era of innovation within the beverage industry. We witnessed industry giants such as Jameson, Absolut Vodka, Ocean Spray, and Play Hard by Playboy boldly venture into the realm of canned cocktails. Simultaneously, established brands embraced innovation to foster remarkable growth. Above all, it marked a pivotal moment where Ready-to-Drink (RTD) cocktails stepped into the forefront of consumer consciousness.

The Seltzer Nation Awards 2024 was a watershed competition for us as the majority of our entries showcased real spirits. Moreover, we introduced new categories including CBD/THC Infused and Whiskey-Based RTD, unveiling a wealth of innovative offerings that captivated our judges and audience alike. These entries spanned across international, national, and limited distribution channels.

Our esteemed panel of judges meticulously evaluated each entry on criteria such as flavor, accuracy, aroma, presentation, and drinkability. The competition this year was fierce, with both familiar favorites and exciting newcomers vying for the coveted Seltzer Nation Medals, Flavor Awards, and “Best Of” Awards.

Without further ado, here are the medal and award winners of the Seltzer Nation Awards 2024:

PLATINUM

Jameson Ready-to-Drink • Orange Spritz

Member’s Mark Spiked Seltzer • Cucumber Lime

Jameson Ready-to-Drink • Cola

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Raspberry Rocket Pop

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Cranberry Apple Cinnamon

Absolut Vodka and Ocean Spray® Ready-to-Drink • Vodka Cran-Pineapple

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Black Cherry

Truly Vodka Soda • Mango

Truly Tequila Soda • Lime

DOUBLE GOLD

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Cherry Blossom & Lime

Jameson Ready-to-Drink • Ginger & Lime

NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer • Black Cherry

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Superfruit Seltzer (Non-Alcoholic)

Absolut Vodka and Ocean Spray® Ready-to-Drink • Vodka-Cranberry

Triple High Seltzer • Grapefruit

Triple High Seltzer • Lime

Triple High Seltzer • Cherry

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Blue

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Lemon Thyme Limeade

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Pineapple Orange Whip

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Black Cherry Vanilla

Play Hard Vodka Seltzer • Apple Prickly Pear

NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer • Cranberry

Cape Cod’r “Classic” • Vodka Cranberry and Mint

Absolut Vodka and Ocean Spray® Ready-to-Drink • Vodka Cran-Raspberry

Truly Tequila Soda • Watermelon

NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer • Pineapple

Play Hard Vodka Seltzer • Pineapple Passion Fruit

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Red

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Clementine Cream Pop

GOLD

H2Ope! Hard Seltzer • Cherry Pie

Truly Vodka Soda • Pineapple

Jameson Ready-to-Drink • Lemonade

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Gold

H2Ope! Hard Seltzer • Apple Pear

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Ginger Grape Fizz

Truly Tequila Soda • Grapefruit

Cape Cod’r “Mermaids Tale” • Tequila, Watermelon, and Mint

Truly Vodka Soda • Cherry

Truly Vodka Soda • Peach

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Strawberry Lemon & Basil

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Purple

Krushwell Premium Vodka Seltzer • Passion Fruit

Truly Tequila Soda • Pineapple

H2Ope! Hard Seltzer • Strawberry Lemonade

SILVER

H2Ope! Hard Seltzer • Peach Passionfruit

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Green

Truly Vodka Soda • Tangerine

Member’s Mark Spiked Seltzer • Passion Fruit Key Lime

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Pink

Absolut Vodka and Ocean Spray® Ready-to-Drink • Cran-Grape

“BEST OF” AWARDS

TRADITIONAL HARD SELTZER

Quirk Hard Seltzer

Raspberry Rocket Pop

VODKA-BASED RTD

Absolut Vodka and Ocean Spray® Ready-to-Drink

Cran-Pineapple

WHISKEY-BASED RTD

Jameson Ready-to-Drink

Orange Spritz

TEQUILA SODA RTD

Truly Tequila Soda

Lime

CBD/THC INFUSED

Triple High Seltzer

Grapefruit

HIGH ABV (7%+)

Jameson Ready-to-Drink

Orange Spritz

PACKAGE DESIGN

Play Hard Vodka Seltzer

Apple Prickly Pear

FLAVOR AWARDS

AÇAÍ

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Superfruit Seltzer (Non-Alcoholic)

BLUEBERRY

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Blue

CHERRY

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Black Cherry

CITRUS

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Lemon Thyme Limeade

COLA

Jameson Ready-to-Drink • Cola

CRANBERRY

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Cranberry Apple Cinnamon

CUCUMBER

Member’s Mark Spiked Seltzer • Cucumber Lime

GRAPE

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Ginger Grape Fizz

GRAPEFRUIT

Triple High Seltzer • Grapefruit

LEMONADE

Jameson Ready-to-Drink • Lemonade

LIME

Truly Tequila Soda • Lime

MANGO

Truly Vodka Soda • Mango

ORANGE

Jameson Ready-to-Drink • Orange Spritz

PEAR

H2Ope! Hard Seltzer • Apple Pear

PEACH

Truly Vodka Soda • Peach

PINEAPPLE

NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer • Pineapple

PASSION FRUIT

Scarlet Letter Spiked Seltzer • Purple

RASPBERRY

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Raspberry Rocket Pop

STRAWBERRY

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Strawberry Lemon & Basil

TANGERINE

Truly Vodka Soda • Tangerine

VANILLA

Quirk Hard Seltzer • Black Cherry Vanilla

WATERMELON

Truly Tequila Soda • Watermelon

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