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Bartender Spirits Awards

Bartender Spirits Awards
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William Tsui

Bar Director and Co-Owner of Viridian, Oakland, California

William Tsui is currently the Bar Director and Co-Owner of Viridian in Oakland. His previous positions include leadership roles at Hotel Nikko, Jasper’s Corner, Rich Table, Coin-Op, Bon Marche, True Laurel, and, most recently, Lazy Bear.

Specifically, his time at Hotel Nikko instilled in him a deep sense of Japanese hospitality, or “suburashi omoede," which centers on creating fantastic feelings that become cherished memories. WIlliam has participated in several globally recognized bartending competitions, such as Diageo World Class, Bombay Sapphire Most Imaginative Bartender, and Bacardi Legacy. His drinks have been featured in SF Chronicle, Eater SF, Berkeleyside, 7x7, and other local publications. He is also co-author of Viridian: Behind the Cocktail.

Meet our Judges

Kapri Robinson

US Bartender of the year 2024, Netflix Drinks Master's and Bartender of The Year 2023 at Liquor.com

Jared Givens

Director of Restaurants, Bars, and Events at The Thompson, Hyatt Hotels, Dallas

Martin Duffy

Whisky Educator and Ex Sr. Master of Whisky for the entire Diageo whisky portfolio

Sam Garcia

Beverage Manager at Tre Dita at the St. Regis, Chicago