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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.

For more information about becoming an IWSC judge and to apply, please click here. 

Bill Lumsden
Bill Lumsden

Position: Master Blender

Company: Glenmorangie

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Nigel Mark
Nigel Mark

Position: Drinks educator

Company: Glassmates

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Christian Maspes
Christian Maspes

Position: Bar Manager

Company: Corinthia Hotels

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Charlie McCarthy
Charlie McCarthy

Position: Business Development Manager

Company: Wset

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Barry McCaughley
Barry McCaughley

Position: Business Owner

Company: Kaiju Drinks

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Joseph Micallef
Joseph Micallef

Position: Journalist/Author

Company: Cultural Editor World Whisky & More, Forbes Contributor

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Sarah Miller
Sarah Miller

Position: Freelance Drinks Writer

Company: Gin A Ding Ding

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Millie Milliken
Millie Milliken

Position: Journalist

Company: Freelance

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Rosie Milsom
Rosie Milsom

Position: Founder

Company: Reverence Spirits

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Tetsu Mogi
Tetsu Mogi

Position: Managing Director

Company: Jfc (uk) Ltd.

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Gabriela Moncada
Gabriela Moncada

Position: Agave ambassador

Company: Speciality Brands ltd

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Deano Moncrieffe
Deano Moncrieffe

Position: Member of the Spirits Judging Committee

Company: Equal Measures

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Antony Moss MW
Antony Moss MW

Position: Consultant

Company: Antony Moss

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Becky Paskin
Becky Paskin

Position: Drinks Writer and Presenter

Company: Freelance

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