Awards

Accolades That Speak For Themselves

Discover Idaho’s premier provider of award-winning distilled spirits and dining experiences at Bardenay Distilling Co. Our passion drives us to bring you the finest pairings of local spirits and cuisine, a mission that has earned us both local and national acclaim. Explore the accolades that honor our legacy as pioneers in the industry.

2023 Major Liquor Spirit Awards

MLSA Competition Triple Gold medal award.

Rum

Triple Gold Medal
MLSA Competition Gold medal award.

Lemon Vodka

Gold Medal
MLSA Competition Gold medal award.

Vodka

Gold Medal
MLSA Competition Bronze medal award.

Dry Gin

Bronze Medal

Beverage Testing Institute 2023 Certificates

Additional Accolades

2024 Best Award Winners – Nominee, American Restaurant in the Panhandle

Idaho’s Best
We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2024 Idaho’s Best Awards as selected by Idaho residents! For more details, see the…

Bronze Medal Review – Cassis Fruit Liqueur

Tastings.com
August 18, 2023
Bardenay Cassis Fruit Liqueur won a Bronze Medal in the Fruit Liqueur category…

2023 Rose Awards – Spirit of Hospitality

Visit Boise
The ROSE Awards is an opportunity for us to celebrate the people in our hospitality industry who go above and beyond to create memorable…

Bronze Medal Review – Ginger Spiced Rum

Tastings.com
March 22, 2023
Bardenay Ginger Spiced Rum won a Bronze Medal in the Spiced Rum category…

Silver Medal Review – Vodka

Tastings.com
February 14, 2023
Bardenay Vodka won a silver medal for their vodka in the unflavored category…

Bronze Medal Review – Lemon Vodka

Tastings.com
January 30, 2023
Bardenay Lemon Vodka won a Bronze Medal in the Flavored Vodka category…

Food & Dining – Best All-Around Restaurant

Idaho Press—Boise Weekly
July 28, 2022
The “see or be seen” patio beckons yielding into a cooler yet bright lofty interior with an old world feel. The expansive bar and welcoming energy…

Silver Medal Review – Rum

Tastings.com
September 1, 2021
Bardenay 5 Year Old Limited Release Rum won a Silver Medal in the category: Rum (Aged More Than 3 Years)…

Gold Medal Review – Rye Whiskey

Tastings.com
August 1, 2021
Bardenay Bottled In Bond Rye Whiskey won a Gold Medal for exceptional straight rye whiskey in 2021…

Best of Boise 2020: Best Eagle Restaurant

Idaho Press—Boise Weekly
July 15, 2020
Bardenay is one of the most storied brands in the Treasure Valley food and drink scene. In 2000, it made history when it served the first American cocktail…

Wine Spectator Awards – Award of Excellence

Idaho Statesman
July 10, 2019
If you’re a wine drinker, choosing a restaurant involves more than food. That’s where the annual Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards come in handy…

The Best Martini of 2018 in the U.S.

Spirit Hunters
October 16, 2018
The best Martini of 2018 already has a favorite, and its maker is the Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery, announced Boise Weekly…