Super Early Deadline

31 August 2026

Judging
Date

23 & 24 March 2027

Winners Announced

22 April 2027

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Judges

Meet our Judges for 2027

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Double Gold

96-100

points

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Gold

90-95

points

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Silver

85-89

points

Salvatore Megna

Bar Manager, Firmdale Hotels, UK

Salvatore Megna is the Bar Manager at The Soho Hotel, part of the award-winning Firmdale Hotels collection, where he leads the operations, team development, and cocktail program for Refuel Bar. With more than 15 years of experience across luxury hotels and internationally acclaimed hospitality brands, Salvatore is recognized for delivering exceptional guest experiences, creating innovative cocktail menus, and building high-performing bar teams. His expertise spans premium spirits, beverage program development, luxury service standards, and operational excellence in some of the industry's most prestigious venues.

Prior to joining Firmdale Hotels, Salvatore served as Director of Mixology at The Stafford London, overseeing the cocktail program at the iconic American Bar. Throughout his career he has also held senior roles with Nobu Hospitality and Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, developing a reputation for combining classic bartending techniques with contemporary creativity. Passionate about hospitality, mentorship, and premium drinks culture, Salvatore continues to shape memorable beverage experiences while driving innovation and excellence within luxury hotel bars.

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