Giving a rating to just liquid, blind has its place in the market and is very important, but that is different to when I have to decide what to put on the shelf. The USA Spirits Ratings competition is closer to the way I make chain assortment decisions. - Jeff
LA is home to a big food and drinks community so do not be surprised if you see some of these faces go right to the top of the bartending scene not just in Los Angeles but around the world, if they already haven't.