The 2026 Esquire Spirit Awards
Culture Index
Score Breakdown
Relevance
9/25
Freshness
24/25
Authority
18/20
Brand Signal
5/15
Depth
4/15
5-Axis Cultural Radar
The perfect rye for a Manhattan, the most tonic-friendly gin on earth, and a mezcal you must sip neat to believe. Here are the best bottles of booze released this year.
