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Bartender Spirits Awards

Bartender Spirits Awards
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Samuel Pellegrino

Bartender at Old Crow Smokehouse

Growing up in the oldest Blues bar in Chicago, Sam developed a deep passion for the hospitality and spirit industry. With over 15 years of experience in hospitality management and bartending, Sam has successfully with a broad range of high-volume venues that include well known groups like Phil Stefani Signature group, Happy Hospitality, Third Coast Hospitality.  Sam combines extensive beverage knowledge with a commitment to quality, making every bar a destination for connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike.

Meet our Judges

Kapri Robinson

US Bartender of the year 2024, Netflix Drinks Master's and Bartender of The Year 2023 at Liquor.com

Mike Ryan

Global Beverage Director, Acurio International, Chicago

Martin Duffy

Whisky Educator and Ex Sr. Master of Whisky for the entire Diageo whisky portfolio

Jared Givens

Director of Restaurants, Bars, and Events at The Thompson, Hyatt Hotels, Dallas

Kiki Avalos

2024 US Tastemaker of the Year at the USBG and Bar Manager at Red Feather Kitchen, Cincinnati, Ohio