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Top 40 Under 40 Tastemakers of 2019

Each year, we take a look at the next generation of innovators leading the world of wine, spirits, cider and beer forward. Our 40 Under 40 Tastemakers list represents some of the best talent in the country working to push the boundaries of what’s possible in drinks culture.

From a sommelier-turned-activist working to boost hospitality professionals from marginalized backgrounds, to a duck farmer that launched her own wine label and contributes to wildfire reconstruction efforts, here are your 40 Under 40 making their mark on the drinks world—in 2019 and beyond.

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