Akvinta Vodka wins packaging award at 2009 Vodka Masters

Akvinta, the Luxury Organic Vodka has been awarded doublegold at the Vodka Masters in the Super Premium category and for design & packaging.

John Jeffrey, the UK Brand Director and Catharine Thomas,International Director for Travel and Luxury Retail, were 'thrilled to receivesuch special recognition for a Brand they have nurtured and grown into one ofthe top 5 Super Premium Vodka brands in the UK only 2 years since its launch.

Patience Gould, editor of The Spirits Business, along withan expert panel, judged over 100 different Vodkas based on a number ofcategories, including region, flavour, design and packaging. All the tastingswere conducted blind, and a very strict criteria of excellence applied.

This latest triumph for Akvinta, follows on from achievingUSDA Organic certification, the launch into the American market, and keylistings with retail partners both in the USand UK,as well as several new high end bars and clubs.

Mr Pavel Ryabov, CEO of Akvinta Vodka said, "'To receive twogolds in a category that has many players is an exceptional achievement. Ourpeers have reaffirmed and effectively rubber stamped our belief that we areworking with a drink that not only delivers in terms of looks, but also tasteand brand experience. We look forward to taking Akvinta to new heights for theremainder of this year, and on into 2010"

SOURCE: Akvinta Vodka