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MEET THE JUDGES

Recruited for their unrivalled expertise, the IWSC judges are at the heart of our awards

Our judges assess every glass put in front of them methodically to ensure a fair and true result, tasting and discussing each entry alongside the rest of the panel. Our panels consist of experts and influencers from every sector of the drinks trade, from buyers, importers and distributors to the specialists making and serving the drinks. View our judges below.

Natalie Wang
Natalie Wang

Position: Communicator

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Natalie Wang
Natalie Wang

Position: Wine Journalist

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Ian Warborn-Jones
Ian Warborn-Jones

Position: Director / Co-founder

Company: Outliner Distilling

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Tom Ward
Tom Ward

Position: Owner & Founder

Company: The Wise Bartender

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Olivier Ward
Olivier Ward

Position: Member of the Spirits Judging Committee

Company: Journalist & Spirits Consultant

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Jean Wareing MW
Jean Wareing MW

Position: Marketing Wine

Company: Alliance Wine

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Claire Warner
Claire Warner

Position: Board Member

Company: Tales of the Cocktail Foundation

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Adam  Wells
Adam Wells

Position: Drinks writer

Company: Cider Review Adam

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Rosemary Williams
Rosemary Williams

Position: Champagne & Sparkling Wine Buyer

Company: Sainsbury

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Nadia Williamson
Nadia Williamson

Position: Senior Wine Buyer

Company: Mark & Spencer

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Howard Winn
Howard Winn

Position: Alcoholic Beverage Consultant

Company: Howard Winn Drinks Solution

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Ian  Wisniewski
Ian Wisniewski

Position: Spirits Writer

Company: Freelance

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Luke Wolfe
Luke Wolfe

Company: Agro-Pro Ltd

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Arabella Woodrow MW
Arabella Woodrow MW

Position: Wine Consultant

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Melissa  Worrall
Melissa Worrall

Position: Brand Manager

Company: Hallgarten & Novum Wines

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