American Distilling Institute
Robert E Gonzales Jr has extensive experience in the spirits and beverage industry, serving as a judge for numerous prestigious competitions including the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, ASCOT Awards, and the American Distilling Institute since 2017. Currently, Robert holds the position of Account Development Specialist at Reyes Beverage Group while continuing to judge for various awards such as the San Francisco International Wine Competition and the Whiskies of the World, LLC. Additionally, Robert previously managed the Northern California market for The Lost Explorer Mezcal Company, enhancing expertise in market development and spirits evaluation.
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American Distilling Institute
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THE HEART OF DISTILLING The American Distilling Institute (ADI) is the oldest and largest organization of small-batch, independently-owned distillers in the United States. Founded in 2003 by Bill Owens, the organization has grown from a few dozen distillers to more than 1,000 paid members. In 2015, more than 1,500 people attended ADI’s 13th Annual Distilling Conference and Vendor Expo, in San Diego, CA. OUR MISSION To promote and defend the art and enterprise of craft distilling. Through our programs of economic development, academic research and education, ADI generates greater public awareness and appreciation for the quality and variety of artisan spirits and brings greater benefits to the larger society in which we live.