BEST OF THE VEST DISTILLERS

Country Malt Group, Great Western Malting and Canada Malting Co., are proud to be a part of the United Malt global family of brands. And we all have one thing in common – we strive to be the best partners in craft. We want to support you in every step of your craft journey, cheer you on, and celebrate with you in your successes.

We know that with our malts, brewers and distillers across North America create incredible, award-winning craft beverages. Last year, we launched our Filson Vest Gold Medal Program to recognize gold-medal winning brewers. This year, we’re excited to announce that we’re expanding the program to celebrate distillers at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition! Starting with the 2023 competition, distillers who win double gold in a whiskey category using our malt products will be eligible to receive one branded Filson vest per award.

The San Francisco World Spirits Competition, which was founded in 2000, is the oldest and largest competition of its kind. This year’s competition will take place in April 2023. Registration is open until March 17. 

Full Terms and Conditions 

Distillers – One embroidered Filson vest will be given per distillery for each double-gold medal won in a whiskey category at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The distillery must use Great Western Malting and/or Canada Malting Co. ingredients for at least half of their annual malt barley needs.

Brewers – One embroidered Filson vest will be given per brewery for each gold medal won at World Beer Cup, Great American Beer Festival (GABF), or the Canadian Brewing Awards using Great Western Malting or Canada Malting Co. base malts. 

The self-service submission form will open once the competition results are published and close one month later. Submissions will be reviewed by your sales representatives. 

Country Malt Group is proud to support distilleries of all sizes across North America! Shop Country Malt Group for the best ingredients that inspire your best craft.  Click here to view our full distilling product portfolio.