Meet our Judges
Damian Langarica
TOP 100 World Class 2023, TOP 50 World Class 2022, Bartender at Next of Kin, Philadelphia
Chris Barna
Bar Manager at Proof, 2022 Top 50 US World Class 2023 Top 30 US World Class, Charleston
Martin Duffy
Whisky Educator and Ex Sr. Master of Whisky for the entire Diageo whisky portfolio
Joseph V. Micallef
Journalist and commentator on food, wines, spirits, and travel. (Forbes)
Bryson Ryan
Bar Manager at Fitness Formula Clubs, Midlothian
Danny Shapiro
Founding partner in Scofflaw Group, Chicago
Emiliano Vazquez Parrales
Head Bartender and Beverage Program Director at Moody Tongue Brewing Company