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The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) advises that the judging of the 2020 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards (ADSA) will take place remotely on Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 October with trophy judging occurring on Monday 26 October.

The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) is pleased to advise the 2020 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards (ADSA) has been rescheduled and judging will take place from Tuesday 25 - Wednesday 26 August.

The ADSA was scheduled to commence judging at Melbourne Showgrounds on Tuesday 24 March, concluding the following afternoon. Brad Jenkins, Chief Executive Officer, The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria said the health and wellbeing of those involved is our highest priority. “The health of our judges, stewards and staff is our highest priority and in the current climate regarding the COVID-19 outbreak we believe that postponing the event to a later date is the best option” said Mr Jenkins.

A new Head Judge, a range of new classes and two new trophies highlight the list of exciting changes in store for the 2020 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards (ADSA).

Hellyers Road Distillery has been announced as the Champion Australian Distiller for the first time at the Australian Distilled Spirits Awards (ADSA) presentation last night in Melbourne, hosted by The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV).