New Introductions to the Judging Panel of London Competitions

The 2024 London Spirits, Wine, and Beer Competition is pleased to announce its panel of judges. The judges are experts from the drinks industry, with a wealth of experience and knowledge.

All judging is carried out by drinks professionals who have direct buying experience for either wines, beers or spirits and includes sommeliers, bartenders, importers, distributors, wine merchants and specialist drinks buyers.

2024 LONDON SPIRITS COMPETITION?JUDGING PANEL

Joe Whittaker :?Joe Whittaker is Berry Bros & Rudd’s first global brand ambassador for spirits. London-based Berry Bros said the appointment demonstrates its ‘continued investment in the industry’ and the company’s ‘diverse’ portfolio of spirits.?

Whittaker has worked at family-owned Berry Bros. & Rudd for more than four years, including holding the positions of business development manager for west London and prestige retail key account manager. Whittaker said it was a “great privilege” to be appointed as the firm’s first global brand ambassador for spirits. He continued: “I hope to contribute to the brand’s future development while honouring its rich past. As a brand ambassador I want to help existing and new whisky drinkers explore, discover, and enjoy our ever-growing range of spirits. “Additionally, I aspire to be a brand ambassador who not only showcases the traditions of historic distillers, but also highlights the pioneers of new distilleries, while championing sustainability and individuals who make a positive impact on our planet.”

LIST OF JUDGES - LSC

• Paolo Perrini -?Assistant Bar Manager at Claridge's
• Diana Aladzic -?Bar Manager at Soho House & Co
• Forray András - Head Bartender, Maiosn Assouline London
• Matteo Aristei -?Assistant Bar Manager at 14 Hills
• Daniele Azzaro -?Bar Supervisor,?Rocco Forte Hotels
• Joseph Bailey -?Head Bartender at Cheals Restaurant
• Michele Becatti -?Bar Manager,?The Mayfair Hotel
• Andrea Carella -?Senior Bartender at Scarfes Bar
• Claudia Carrozzi -?President at UK Bartenders' Guild
• Giusy Castaldo -?Leading Bar Project,?Kw?nt by the sea

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2024 LONDON WINE COMPETITION?JUDGING PANEL

Matthew Downes es:?Matthew Downes, buying manager for France, Champagne & Sparkling at 特易购公司 will also join the London Wine Competition Judging Panel.

LIST OF JUDGES - LWC

• Federico Moccia -?Head Sommelier at 67 Pall Mall ?
• Daniele Arcangeli -?Head Sommelier/Wine Buyer at Angler Restaurant , Best Sommelier of Italy ASPI 2015
• Dario Barbato DipWSET, CS -?Head of Wine Department at Individual Restaurants , WSET Certified Educator
• Wayne Baxendale -?Head Sommelier,?Pendergast's Steakhouse & Bar
• Jonny Tyson Beecher DipWSET -?Wine Education & Training Manager, Ellis Wines
• Beatrice Bessi -?Head Sommelier at Chiltern Firehouse
• Claire Blackler MW -?Owner,?Claire Drinks
• Paolo Perrini -?Assistant Bar Manager at Claridge's
• Diana Aladzic -?Bar Manager at Soho House & Co
• Forray András - Head Bartender,?Maiosn Assouline London
• Matteo Aristei -?Assistant Bar Manager at 14 Hills

View the Entire List of Judges Here.

KEY DEADLINES

Super Early Bird: Now to September 30, 2023 Warehouse Closes: March 4, 2024 Registration Ends: February 22, 2024 Judging Date: March 18 - 21, 2024 Winners Announced: April 10, 2024

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