Evaluation procedure

The evaluation process is based on the following pillars: 

• Sensory-based criteria based on the five senses & the umami characteristic that enables a holistic product evaluation
• A five-member judging panel per committee, with a lead judge
• Comprehensive product analysis using multiple scoring criteria to capture the product’s overall identity
• Visible packaging and interaction with the brand for a holistic evaluation approach (an innovative method exclusive to Specialist Awards)
• An experienced and specialized panel consisting of tasters, professors, researchers, chefs, food journalists, and merchants
• Transparency, accuracy, and consistency at every stage
• Award Categories
  
  Platinum (95.0 – 100.0)
  Gold (85.0 – 94.9)
  Silver (75.0 – 84.9)
  Bronze (65.0 – 74.9)

Evaluation Stages

• Sample submission from 20/02/25 to 6/03/25. Entries without sample submission within this timeframe will not be evaluated.
• Registration of each entry and secure storage of samples.
• Evaluation and tasting will be done by a panel of 100 designated judges, who will complete a detailed scoring form for each entry.
• Review of all evaluation forms.
• Score collection per award category.
• Publication of the results by category.

Dates for the evaluation stages will be announced for all interested parties.