Our experts

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. 

Dr Abbie  Neilson
Dr Abbie Neilson

Company: Cooper King Distillery

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Stefan Neumann MS
Stefan Neumann MS

Company: Dinner by Heston

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Helena Nicklin
Helena Nicklin

Company: The Three Drinkers

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Cristie Norman
Cristie Norman

Company: Delilah at the Wynn Las Vegas

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Julia  Nourney
Julia Nourney

Position: Independent Spirits Consultant

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Mick O'Connell MW
Mick O'Connell MW

Position: Member of the Wine Judging Committee

Company: Findlater & Co

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Ray O'Connor MW
Ray O'Connor MW

Position: Consultant

Company: Ray O'Connor Wine

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Nick Oakley
Nick Oakley

Position: Managing Director

Company: Oakley Wine Agencies

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Rebecca Ohayon Gergely
Rebecca Ohayon Gergely

Position: Senior Wine Buyer

Company: Acker Wines

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Joe Olding
Joe Olding

Position: Buyer

Company: Tesco

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Pearl  Oliver
Pearl Oliver

Position: Bar and Restaurant Outlet Manager

Company: One&Only Cape Town

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Rebecca Palmer
Rebecca Palmer

Position: Associate Director & Buyer

Company: Corney & Barrow Ltd

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Bernadette Pamplin
Bernadette Pamplin

Company: Under the Ginfluence

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Nelson Pari
Nelson Pari

Position: Wine Buyer

Company: Swig Wines

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Becky  Paskin
Becky Paskin

Position: Whisky & Drinks Journalist

Company: Freelance

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Rob Patchett
Rob Patchett

Position: Global Whisky Ambassador

Company: Cotswolds Distillery

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