Expert judging for beverage awards & cocktail competitions
Searching for impartial expertise to evaluate and recognize excellence in the world of beverages? Mister Negroni offers professional judging services for awards and competitions, delivering unbiased assessments for spirits, cocktails, and wines.
Why choose Mister Negroni?
With over 35 competitions and awards under the belt Mister Negroni, also known as Yannick, is probably Belgium’s most experienced competition judge for cocktails and spirits. He’s trained in professional tasting methods (like BICAF) so he doesn’t need to rely on personal preference.
Professional tasting expertise:
Elevate your competition or award program with an expert judging panel. I’m renowned for a rigorous and impartial approach to tasting. Utilizing professional tasting methods to meticulously evaluate cocktails, spirits, and wines based on criteria such as balance, intensity, complexity, and flavor longevity.
Unparalleled experience: With a track record of more than 35 competitions across 12 different countries, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every judging panel. Whether for small companies or world-leading brands, I’m just a call away!
Impeccable standards: My commitment to professionalism and integrity ensures that every evaluation is conducted with the utmost precision and fairness, maintaining the integrity of your competition and upholding the credibility of the results.
Global perspective: With experience spanning diverse markets and cultures, I offer a global perspective that enriches the judging process and celebrates the rich diversity of beverages from around the world.
Comprehensive services:
In addition to serving as judges, I offer a range of supplementary services to support brands and competitors in their quest for excellence:
Competition setup: From crafting judging criteria to coordinating logistics, I provide expert guidance to brands looking to establish or enhance their own competitions, ensuring a seamless and successful event.
Media engagement: Leverage my expertise and industry connections to generate buzz and excitement around your competition or brand. From journalist engagements to social media activations, I will help amplify your message and reach a wider audience.
Competitor coaching: I empower competitors to showcase their skills and elevate their performance with personalized coaching and guidance. From competition tips and tricks to presentation skills, I equip competitors with the tools they need to succeed on the world stage.
Example cases
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Rémy Martin Sidecar Competition Belgian finals judging (Antwerp)
After judging the Cointreau Sidecar competition earlier, I was asked to judge another Sidecar Competition. This time for Rémy Cointreau
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Tio Pepe Sherry Challenge judging (Brussels)
Spain’s most famous sherry brand asked me to judge the Belgian leg of their cocktail competition, the Tio Pepe Challenge.…
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Amaro Montenegro Vero Bartender judging (Antwerp)
When Italian liqueur brand Amaro Montenegro organized it’s Belgian leg of ‘The Vero Bartender’ competition, I was asked by their…
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Rémy Martin’s 300th anniversary (4 cities)
As part of the judging team for the Benelux region, curated by Better Drinking Ventures, I had the honor of…
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