Meet our Judges
Danny Shapiro
Founding partner in Scofflaw Group, Chicago
Bryson Ryan
Bar Manager at Fitness Formula Clubs, Midlothian
Mark Gallagher
Experienced Sommelier and Mixologist, Chicago
Toshio Ueno DipWSET
Vice President, Sake School of America, Director of Sake Specialist at MTC, El Monte
Damian Langarica
TOP 100 World Class 2023, TOP 50 World Class 2022, Bartender at Next of Kin, Philadelphia
Jared Givens
Director of Restaurants, Bars, and Events at The Thompson, Hyatt Hotels, Dallas
Guillermo Bravo
Beverage Director at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Chicago