Smoke Lab Vodka has placed authentic, Indian-made spirits on the global map with four prestigious wins at the recently-concluded 2025 SIP Awards held in Irvine, California.
Consumer-Judged Competition Offers Level Playing Field
The 2025 SIP Awards is the only international spirits competition judged exclusively by consumers in blind live tastings, offering a level playing field for both established and new brands by enabling them to receive honest feedback from tasters and high-impact recognition.
Four Awards for Distinct Variants
India-bred Smoke Lab Vodka took home four awards:
- Smoke Lab Saffron – Gold + Consumer Choice Award
- Smoke Lab Classic Vodka – Double Gold
- Smoke Lab Aniseed Vodka – Double Gold
Crafted from India’s Finest Basmati Rice
“It’s a proud moment to see an Indian-made vodka brand stand shoulder to shoulder with some of the world’s finest spirits brands and win these awards purely through consumer tastings. We thank each and every taster who loved our blends and chose us over the others! These wins are a huge validation for us and our team. We will continue to push the boundaries and take the richness of Indian spirits across the world. This is just the beginning!” said Varun Jain, Founder of Smoke Lab.
Each of the brand’s three winning Vodka variants are crafted from India’s finest Basmati rice and infused with distinct flavours that cater to different palettes. The subtle, earthy Smoke Lab Saffron with a 37.5% ABV offers the velvety smooth warm richness of Kashmiri saffron and a hint of spice. The Smoke Lab Classic with a 40% offers an ultra-smooth, clean and crisp finish, while the unique bold Smoke Lab Aniseed combines the crisp notes of aniseed with the potent flavour of licorice for that perfect herb-infused aftertaste.
