TV’s Merlin Griffiths to Judge the Spirits Categories

The nation's favourite bartender and stand-out star of Channel 4's First Dates, Merlin Griffiths, is joining the judges line up for the Great British Food Awards 2023! We are delighted to have him on board our star-studded roster.

Merlin has been a bartender and mixologist for more than 25 years and has worked all over the world. As well as on First Dates, Merlin's cocktail skills are also seen regularly on James Martin's Saturday Mornings on ITV where he mixes up tasty drinks to inspire viewers at home. 

Merlin will be judging a number of the spirits categories, so for a chance to get your product into the hands of Britain's best-known mixologist, enter today. Or if you've got any questions about entering the awards, visit our FAQ page here.