Judging
Date
July 27, 2025
Warehouse
Deadline
July 10, 2025
Winners
Announcement
August 12, 2025
We are excited to introduce Teresa Dito, Lead Bartender Mixologist at AC Hotels by Marriott, as a judge for the 2024 USA Spirits Ratings as part of our interview series "Behind the Scenes." Teresa is a person who radiates charisma, a keen awareness of detail, and an abundance of knowledge when it comes to spirits, wines, and cocktails.
She is a true professional with a track record of exceeding visitor expectations through exceptional service, and she is well-known for her immaculate look and great multitasking abilities. Teresa continuously delivers a five-star experience to customers while collaborating well with coworkers and superiors.
In our latest interview, we discuss with Teresa her thoughts on the USA Spirits Ratings' judging process, the significance of medals, and other topics in the interview that follows. Come along as we explore her professional insights and learn what makes her a notable personality in the spirit industry.
I started my career at a very small bar at the Hilton and was offered me to take a mixology class in San Francisco that the start of my love for spirits.
Working as a bartender in the hospitality field for many years. I notice people looking for quality spirits with good value.
First and foremost, I feel the quality need to match the value. I find packaging can be challenging due to my style being different than the average on the market nowadays.
I find the new trend in the old fashioned world added spices and savory into the cocktail is showing traction.
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Much valuable for them as they hear feedback on improving what they have already created.
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