David’s first job in the beverage/hospitality industry was as a wine buyer in Ann Arbor, Michigan in the early ’90s. In his time in the industry, David has worked primarily in the retail sector at places like Sam’s Wine and Spirits and Binny’s Beverage Depot. His passion for the industry is derived from the rich history of each spirit. For over 10 years, David has served as a panelist with BTI, and when he tastes he looks for a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
R.I.P. Alan Dikty
In Memoriam: Alan Dikty (August 5, 1954 – March 25, 2026) Everyone at Beverage Testing Institute is grieving the loss of our dear colleague, a partner, and friend, Alan Dikty. Since the mid-19...
2026 World Packaging Competition Winners
2025 was another tough year for the adult beverage industry. Alcohol sales were down due to the convergence of several “perfect storms” of obstacles on multiple fronts: tariffs and resulting trade...