Meet our Judges
Richard Beltzer
Beverage Director at Muhājir and BOBO, Chicago
David Mor
Beverage Director and Partner at Mirra, Lilac Tiger, TRUCE and Mariela
John Chesney
Chief Whiskey Officer at Slightly Toasted and Beverage Director at Toasted Hospitality
John Maraffa
Corporate Beverage Manager at Landry's
Elliott Reibert
Bartender at Bambi Chicago & 2026 World Class U.S. Top 15 Finalist
Lynn House
National Spirits Specialist and Portfolio Mixologist at Heaven Hills
Steven Minor
Corporate Beverage Director at Starwood Hotels
