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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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Bridget Albert
Bridget Albert

Position: Senior Director External Communication & CSR

Company: Southern Glazer Wine & Spirits

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Allan Anderson
Allan Anderson

Position: Whisky Director & Master Distiller

Company: Alexandrion Group

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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

Position: Consultant

Company: Distilled London (UK) Ltd

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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 Wine

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Tim Blake
Tim Blake

Company: Crossip Drinks

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Chris Blandford
Chris Blandford

Position: Adult Beverage Category Manager

Company: Kroger

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Samuel Boulton
Samuel Boulton

Position: Director

Company: Vanguard Bars LTD

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Jane Bowie
Jane Bowie

Position: Master Blender

Company: Potter Jane

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Winifred Bowman
Winifred Bowman

Position: Wine Consultant, Writer

Company: Freelance

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