Meet our Judges
Fatima Butler
Founder at Rooted in Hospitality, Chicago
Makenzie Helem
Top 30 bartenders in the US for USBG World Class 2023 and Bartender at Spilt Milk, Chicago
Bryson Ryan
Bar Manager at Fitness Formula Clubs, Midlothian
Jonathan Pizano
Beverage Manager at The Hoxton, Chicago
Danny Shapiro
Founding partner in Scofflaw Group, Chicago
Martin Duffy
Whisky Educator and Ex Sr. Master of Whisky for the entire Diageo whisky portfolio
Mark Gallagher
Experienced Sommelier and Mixologist, Chicago