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Judging Process

Fair. Expert. Miami-Inspired.

At the Miami Spirits Competition, every bottle is evaluated with integrity, insight, and respect for craft. Our judging process blends the professionalism of global competitions with the bold and inclusive spirit of Miami.

While we are inspired by internationally respected competitions like San Francisco’s, our format is uniquely our own — designed to celebrate the diverse tastes and emerging trends that define Miami.

Blind Tasting. Honest Results.

All spirits are tasted blind — without knowledge of the producer or brand — and evaluated in flights by category and style. Each spirit is scored by a panel of experienced judges, including:

  • Acclaimed bartenders and mixologists
  • Spirits writers and critics
  • Industry professionals and educators

No single judge decides the fate of a spirit. Each product is assessed by multiple experts, with medals awarded only when quality and balance are universally recognized.

What We Look For

Judges evaluate spirits on a range of professional criteria including:

  • Aroma & expression
  • Flavor complexity
  • Balance and mouthfeel
  • Finish and overall impression

We also consider category-specific expectations and Miami market relevance — awarding not just technical excellence, but spirits that resonate with today’s consumers and tomorrow’s tastemakers.

Designed with Brands in Mind

We know entering a competition is an investment. That’s why we make our process:

  • Transparent – Clear standards and published judging framework
  • Respectful – Judged by professionals who appreciate all styles and price points
  • Valuable – Winners receive exposure, promotional support, and credibility in a major global market

The Miami Spirits Competition isn’t just about medals — it’s about momentum.

Proceso de Evaluación

Justo. Profesional. Inspirado en Miami.

En la Miami Spirits Competition, cada botella se evalúa con integridad, experiencia y respeto por el arte de la destilación. Nuestro proceso de evaluación combina el profesionalismo de competencias globales con el espíritu atrevido e inclusivo de Miami.

Nos inspira el formato de competencias reconocidas como la de San Francisco, pero el nuestro es auténticamente miamense: diseñado para destacar los sabores diversos y las tendencias emergentes que definen nuestra ciudad.

Cata a ciegas. Resultados honestos.

Todas las bebidas se catan a ciegas, sin conocimiento de la marca o productor, y se agrupan por categoría y estilo. Cada destilado es evaluado por un panel de jueces con experiencia que incluye:

  • Reconocidos bartenders y mixólogos
  • Críticos y escritores especializados en destilados
  • Profesionales de la industria y educadores

Ningún juez tiene la última palabra. Cada producto es evaluado por varios expertos, y solo se otorgan medallas cuando hay consenso claro sobre su calidad y balance.

¿Qué evaluamos?

Los jueces consideran criterios técnicos como:

  • Aroma y expresión
  • Complejidad de sabores
  • Balance y textura
  • Final y percepción general

También tomamos en cuenta los estándares específicos de cada categoría y la relevancia en el mercado de Miami, premiando tanto la excelencia técnica como la conexión con los consumidores actuales y futuros líderes de tendencias.

Pensado para las marcas

Sabemos que participar en una competencia es una inversión. Por eso nuestro proceso es:

  • Transparente – Con criterios claros y una metodología publicada
  • Respetuoso – Evaluado por expertos que aprecian todos los estilos y rangos de precio
  • Valioso – Los ganadores obtienen visibilidad, apoyo promocional y credibilidad en un mercado global clave

La Miami Spirits Competition no es solo sobre medallas — es sobre impulso.

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