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Top Shelf 

Sharpen Your Edge. Expand Your Network. Raise Your Glass. Where the industry’s most ambitious minds gather to learn, connect, and celebrate the future of drinks.

Top Shelf brings the leaders and tastemakers shaping the future of beverage alcohol to the heart of the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

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Whether you’re a brand builder, distributor, buyer, spirits enthusiast, or creative force in the beverage world, Top Shelf 2026 is designed to move your business forward.

Foster Meaningful Industry Connections: Top Shelf creates intentional networking opportunities between brands, buyers, distributors, media, and industry leaders to build relationships that drive real business outcomes.

Promote Brand Discovery: Through curated tastings and product showcases, attendees discover new and emerging spirits alongside established brands pushing the category forward.

Educational Opportunities:Expert-led master classes provide valuable insights into production, innovation, trends, and storytelling—helping industry professionals deepen their knowledge and sharpen their craft.

Celebrate Excellence in Spirits: The Top Shelf Awards Gala recognizes the brands and individuals shaping the future of the spirits industry and honors standout achievements across the category.

Get Your Pass to the Future of Beverage

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Take your Top Shelf experience to the next level with access to all educational and networking opportunities, plus the exclusive Top Shelf Room. A well-rounded weekend of insights and connection.

Ticket Price: $199 ($159 early bird special through July 4, 2026)

Important Registration Information:
Master class sessions and speed networking appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are capped at capacity. Registration for these sessions will be prompted via email ahead of their launch day. To attend master classes and speed networking, pre-registration is mandatory. Pre-registration for the Top Shelf Room is not required. 

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