Meet our Judges
Steven Minor
Corporate Beverage Director at Starwood Hotels
Michael P. Trow
Director of Bar Operations at RPM Restaurants, Chicago
John Chesney
Chief Whiskey Officer Slightly Toasted and Toasted Hospitality
John Maraffa
Corporate Beverage Manager at Landry\'s
Lynn House
National Spirits Specialist and Portfolio Mixologist at Heaven Hills
Alexis Ortega
2026 World Class US Bartender of the Year in the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation
Jared Sowinski
Director of Beverage at Upward Projects Restaurant Group | Postino WineCafe | Joyride Taco House | Windsor | Federal Pizza
