Archive for Interviews

Interviews

29/01/2026

How Digital Platforms Are Redefining Gin Quality

Moving Beyond a Single Tasting to Shared, Real-World Experience

Interviews

10/09/2025

Meet the Judges: Enrico Chiappini, Senior Bartender – Dukes Bar

Exploring Tradition, Innovation, and Expertise in the World of Spirits with Enrico Chiappini, Senior Bartender at Dukes Bar

Interviews

05/09/2025

Breaking Barriers: How SG Worldwide Built a Premium Market for Indian Spirits in the U.S.

A story that began with a bottle of Magic Moments Vodka, a longing to reconnect with his roots and Bobby Garg’s bold mission to create space for Indian spirits in the U.S. market

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03/09/2025

Meet the Judges: Billy Leighton, Master Blender Emeritus – Irish Distillers Midleton Distillery

With over four decades in Irish whiskey, Billy Leighton is one of the most respected blenders in the world.

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03/09/2025

Meet the Judges: Matteo Aristei, Assistant Bar Manager at Coq d’Argent

Matteo Aristei brings passion and precision to London’s cocktail scene as Assistant Bar Manager at Coq d’Argent.

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03/09/2025

Meet the Judges: Craig Wallace, Master Blender, Global Whisky Portfolio – Diageo

Master Blender for Diageo’s global whisky portfolio, Craig Wallace brings nearly 30 years of blending expertise.

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26/08/2025

Meet the Judges: Michele Lombardi, Head of Bars at Four Seasons London Tower Bridge

Meet Michele Lombardi, Head of Bars at Four Seasons London Tower Bridge and judge at the 2026 London Spirits Competition

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26/08/2025

Meet the Judges: Oscar Angeloni, Bar Manager at The Connaught Bar

Meet Oscar Angeloni, Bar Manager at the world-famous Connaught Bar, and judge at the 2026 London Spirits Competition.

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22/08/2025

Meet the Judges: Emma Walker, Master Blender at Diageo

A pioneering force in Scotch whisky blending, Emma Walker leads one of the industry’s most prestigious teams at Johnnie Walker and now judges the London Spirits Competition.