Meet our Judges
Abraham Vucekovich
Beverage Director Meadowlark Hospitality, Chicago, Meadowlark Hospitality
Mike Ryan
Global Beverage Director, Acurio International, Chicago
Jonathan Pizano
Beverage Manager at The Hoxton, Chicago
Jared Givens
Director of Restaurants, Bars, and Events at The Thompson, Hyatt Hotels, Dallas
Chris Barna
Bar Manager at Proof, 2022 Top 50 US World Class 2023 Top 30 US World Class, Charleston
Renato M. Tonelli
2023 US Bartender of the Year and Founder at Sustainable Bartender
Jason Deatherage
Lead bartender for The Gwen Hotel