F. Paul Pacult

Described as “the J.D. Power of liquor” F. Paul Pacult is recognized as the world’s foremost authority on whiskey, brandy, gin, vodka, rum, tequila, mezcal, and all other distilled spirits. He is the author of seven books on beverage alcohol. Since 1989, he has written hundreds of articles for publications, including the New York Times Sunday Magazine, Wine Enthusiast, Sky – the Delta Airlines in-flight magazine, and many more. He has been honored in Scotland, France, and the United States for his writing and educational activities. In 2010, he co-founded Ultimate Beverage Challenge serving as the judging director.