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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.

Billy Abbott
Billy Abbott

Position: Whisky Ambassador

Company: The Whisky Exchange

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Allan Anderson
Allan Anderson

Position: Master Distiller

Company: Carpathian Whiskey

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Oscar Angeloni
Oscar Angeloni

Position: Bar Manager

Company: The Connaught Bar

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Jen Aspell
Jen Aspell

Company: Casa Agave

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Sly Augustin
Sly Augustin

Company: Trailer Happiness

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Charlotte Barker
Charlotte Barker

Position: Malt Whisky Ambassador

Company: Diageo

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Tom Bartram
Tom Bartram

Position: North and Midlands Sales Manager

Company: Speciality Brands

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Edward Bates
Edward Bates

Company: Consultant

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Stephen Beal
Stephen Beal

Position: Managing Director

Company: SrWhiskyMaster.com

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Georgie Bell
Georgie Bell

Position: Global Head of Advocacy

Company: Bacardi

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Nick Bell
Nick Bell

Position: Senior Spirits and Beer Buyer

Company: Harvey Nicols

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Jim Beveridge
Jim Beveridge

Position: Scotch Whisky Consultant

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Jake Biggs
Jake Biggs

Position: Wine & Spirit Buyer

Company: Majestic

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Tim Blake
Tim Blake

Company: Crossip Drinks

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Samuel Boulton
Samuel Boulton

Position: Director

Company: Vanguard Bars LTD

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Denis Broci
Denis Broci

Position: Director of Bars

Company: Claridges

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Anne Brock
Anne Brock

Company: Bombay Sapphire

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Rose Brookman
Rose Brookman

Position: Lecturer & Course Coordinator

Company: The Mixing Class

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Nate Brown
Nate Brown

Position: Creative Director

Company: Socap Group

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