Meet our Judges
Fatima Butler
Founder at Rooted in Hospitality, Chicago
Jason Lane
Spirits Advisor
Makenzie Helem
Top 30 bartenders in the US for USBG World Class 2023 and Bartender at Spilt Milk, Chicago
Mark Gallagher
Experienced Sommelier and Mixologist, Chicago
Emlyn Thomas
Director of Operations | Partner at Renovatio Restaurants
Sam Garcia
Beverage Manager at Tre Dita at the St. Regis, Chicago
Anna Thorn
Bar Manager at BOKA, Chicago