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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.

Gerard  Barnes
Gerard Barnes

Position: Wine buyer

Company: Berkmann Wine Cellars

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Tom Bartram
Tom Bartram

Company: Speciality Drinks

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Edward Bates
Edward Bates

Company: Consultant

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Melania Battiston
Melania Battiston

Position: Head Sommelier and Wine Buyer

Company: Medlar Restaurant

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Stephen Beal
Stephen Beal

Position: Chair Judge and member of the Spirits Judging Committee

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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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Dan Belmont
Dan Belmont

Position: Director / Wine Buyer

Company: Good Wine People

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Sarah Benson
Sarah Benson

Position: Wine Buyer

Company: Co-operative

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Bruno Besa
Bruno Besa

Company: Astrum Wines

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Jim Beveridge
Jim Beveridge

Position: Scotch Whisky Consultant

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Claire Blackler MW
Claire Blackler MW

Position: Owner

Company: Claire Drink

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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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Sam Boulton
Sam Boulton

Company: Vanguard bars

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Imogen Bowen-Davies
Imogen Bowen-Davies

Position: Wine Buyer

Company: Waitrose

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Camilla Bowler
Camilla Bowler

Position: Consultant

Company: Cuchet&co

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