• Oliver Parini

Chris Maloney (Hen of the Wood, Burlington) — This barkeep has a magic touch wherever he goes. Since migrating to Hen of the Wood from Bluebird Tavern, the mixologist — a St. Mike's grad — has become known for his no-nonsense classic cocktails for the modern palate.

Other Finalists

• Buck Frisch (Church Street Tavern)
• Geoffrey Goggin (Church & Main and the Skinny Pancake)
• Justin Barrows (The Inn at Shelburne Farms and the Mounted Cat)
• Ross Meilleur (Red Square)