Josh Gelfand is a recognized whiskey and spirits educator and barman, with extensive experience working with brands from the largest Scotch whiskies to small independent brands from all different spirits categories. He is currently the Spirits Buyer for K&L Wine Merchants, a national leader in wine and spirits retail.

He has been and continues to be a judge in numerous bartending, cocktail, and spirits competitions, and has been the Bay Area's go-to MC for bar industry events. He's also an accomplished pianist and enjoys performing regularly in Bay Area bars and venues.