Meet our Judges
Joseph V. Micallef
Journalist and commentator on food, wines, spirits, and travel. (Forbes)
Julieta Campos
Beverage and Bar Operations Director at The Fifty/50 Group, Chicago
Kapri Robinson
US Bartender of the year 2024, Netflix Drinks Master's and Bartender of The Year 2023 at Liquor.com
Julia Momose 百瀬
Author of The Way of the Cocktail and Owner and Mixologists at Kumiko, Chicago
Dan Smith
Managing Partner at Queen Mary, Chicago
Mike Ryan
Global Beverage Director, Acurio International, Chicago
Jared Givens
Director of Restaurants, Bars, and Events at The Thompson, Hyatt Hotels, Dallas
