Mầm Distillery Wins Two Awards at Lyon 2026: The Mark of Vietnamese Spirits on the International Tasting Table

At the Concours International de Lyon 2026—one of Europe’s most prestigious annual wine and spirits competitions—Mầm Distillery made its mark with two significant awards:

• Gold Medal & the “Best Spirits from Vietnam” title for the Moc Chau Blush Apricot Liqueur

• Silver Medal for the Eau de Vie d’Orange

This is the result of a product development process rooted in Vietnamese ingredients and elevated to meet international evaluation standards.

Vietnamese Spirits and the Journey to the International Market

In recent years, Vietnamese spirits have gradually shaped their own identity, with a strong focus on utilizing local agricultural products.

No longer confined to the domestic market, these products are increasingly being entered into international competitions. Here, their flavors are independently evaluated through a rigorous blind tasting process.

In this context, a Vietnamese brand winning awards in Lyon is not merely an individual achievement, but a reflection of the true potential of Vietnamese spirits on the global map.

Two Awards, One Consistent Direction

Mầm’s two award-winning products represent two different approaches but share a common foundation:

• Preserving the original characteristics of the ingredients
• Developing a clear and distinct flavor structure
• Ensuring consistency when presented for international evaluation

The Gold Medal, accompanied by the title ‘Best Spirits from Vietnam,’ demonstrates that the ‘ruddy face’ apricot not only achieves exceptional quality but also serves as a strong testament to Mầm’s best-selling spirit..

Meanwhile, the Silver Medal for the Eau de Vie d’Orange further affirms the brand’s expertise in developing fruit-distilled spirits.

From Vietnamese Produce to International Recognition

The common thread among these products lies in their use of familiar Vietnamese ingredients, developed in a way that aligns with international standards. Rather than altering the true essence of the raw materials, the approach focuses on clarifying the flavor structure and elevating the overall quality. Consequently, the achievements at Lyon 2026 are more than just awards; they represent a step forward in the journey of bringing Vietnamese agriculture to the world through locally crafted spirits.

Conclusion

Winning two medals at Lyon 2026 marks a crucial milestone for Mầm Distillery, while contributing to the rising status of Vietnamese spirits in the international market. It proves that products crafted from indigenous ingredients are fully capable of meeting rigorous standards and earning global recognition.