We are delighted to welcome Laura Hanratty, Head of Prestige & Specialty, Irish Distillers to the 2025 judging panel.

Laura is a global marketing professional who manages Prestige Irish Whiskey portfolio for Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard. She oversees a prestigious portfolio of six iconic brands, guiding a dedicated team in shaping strategy, innovation, experiential and brand advocacy. Her expertise has been instrumental in positioning Redbreast as the leading ultra-premium Irish whiskey brand worldwide and expanding its reach into new and emerging markets.