Jason Lane
Spirits Advisor
I’m a sommelier that fell in love with making cocktails. I’ve traveled the world to learn about spirits - most recently Scotland. My mentor Peter Vestinos taught me everything I know.
Meet our Judges
Martin Duffy
Whisky Educator and Ex Sr. Master of Whisky for the entire Diageo whisky portfolio
Anna Thorn
Director of Bar & Spirits at Hogsalt, Chicago
Kapri Robinson
US Bartender of the year 2024, Netflix Drinks Master's and Bartender of The Year 2023 at Liquor.com
Danny Shapiro
Founding partner in Scofflaw Group, Chicago
Jennifer Knott
Director of Operations for Levy at Forte at Symphony Center | Levy Cultural Attractions
Abraham Vucekovich
Beverage Director Meadowlark Hospitality, Chicago, Meadowlark Hospitality
Dontaine Jackson
Bar Manager for Marriott International
