Our People
Meet the dropt.beer Team
Independent voices. Real credentials. Editors, writers, and specialists who live and breathe beer, wine, spirits, and cocktails.
Senior Editors
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James Beard Award Winner, Brewmaster
Brewmaster at Brooklyn Brewery and author of The Brewmaster's Table; a global authority on beer and food pairing.
Master of Wine (MW), OBE
Leading global wine critic, advisor to the Royal Cellar, and founding editor of the Oxford Companion to Wine.
Author of The Bar Book
Celebrated bartender and author known for his technical expertise in bar management and craft cocktails.
Author, Beer and Travel Writer
Global beer explorer and award-winning writer known for deep dives into lager history and global beer styles.
World's Best Drinks Journalist
Award-winning author and host of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, focusing on wine pairings and storytelling.
Master of Wine (MW), TV Broadcaster
Master of Wine and award-winning broadcaster; co-host of the Wine Blast podcast and international wine judge.
Master of Wine (MW), TV Presenter
Renowned wine expert and broadcaster, known for her educational podcast and judging at major wine competitions.
Writers & Contributors
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Asia's 50 Best Bars Winner
Founder of Penicillin (Hong Kong), Asia's first sustainable bar, and a leader in modern fermentation and waste reduction.
Ale Aficionado is a passionate beer explorer and dedicated lover of craft brews, constantly seeking out unique flavors, brewing traditions, and hidden…
Award-winning Wine Journalist
Expert on South American viticulture, leading the conversation on Chilean and Argentinian wine regions.
Luxury Lifestyle Influencer
Niche influencer focusing on the pairing of craft beer and premium spirits with luxury lifestyle experiences.
Author of Mindful Drinking
Pioneer of the mindful drinking movement and former owner of Columbia Room, specializing in sophisticated NA beverages.
British Beer Writer of the Year
Writer and broadcaster focusing on the intersection of fermentation, community, and craft beer culture.
Founder of Italicus
World-leading authority on the Italian Aperitivo and a key influencer in the revival of vermouth and amaro.
American Bartender of the Year, Co-founder Speed Rack
Co-owner of Leyenda and a leading advocate for women in spirits and Latin American beverage culture.
Cicerone, Craft Beer Advocate
Longtime advocate for independent craft breweries and one of the primary voices in American craft beer education.
World Class Bartender Winner 2026
International cocktail competitor focused on innovative savory ingredients and storytelling through mixology.
James Beard Award Winner, Certified Sommelier
Co-founder of Wine Folly; world-renowned for visual wine education and simplifying complex oenology for enthusiasts.
Beer Sommelier, International Judge
One of the most prolific beer writers in the UK, specializing in flavor evaluation and industry diversity.
World's 50 Best Bars, Industry Icon Award
Co-owner of Tayēr + Elementary and digital innovator in the bar industry through her work with P(our).
Advanced Cicerone, Beer Educator
Accredited beer educator and host of Beer with Nat, making the world of craft beer approachable for newcomers.
Master Sommelier (MS), MOF
Award-winning sommelier based in NYC; a champion for organic, biodynamic, and natural wines.
Mixology Educator
Digital creator dedicated to preserving cocktail history and teaching classic techniques to millions of home bartenders.
Founder Wine Challenge, Author
Wine industry strategist and consultant known for provocative analysis of global wine trends and marketing.
World's Best Bar Owner, International Bartender of the Year
Visionary bar operator and pioneer of sustainable, closed-loop cocktail programs worldwide.
Wine Merchant, Viral Content Creator
UK-based wine expert known for high-energy blind tastings and making wine culture accessible through social media.