The Classic Cocktail Competition is a one-day cocktail extravaganza, hosted by Pub & Bar and Dine Out magazines.
The event encourages pub, bar, hotel and restaurant bartenders to spend more time thinking about how to serve spectacular classic cocktails to UK customers, celebrating classic cocktail creativity.
At the live final, 15 elite bartenders are required to make six different classic cocktails each, all served in their own signature style. Cocktails are scored on: balance of flavours, overall taste/enjoyment, presentation, knowledge and skill.
After the strictly-timed heats, winners are presented at a private reception held immediately after the competition.