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presented by Grape Expectations
Bartenders
Challenge 2026
17th & 18th August 2026 · Kurumba Maldives
Raise the Bar
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Dates
17th & 18th
August 2026
Two days of creativity, competition & celebration in paradise.
Venue
Kurumba
Maldives
The Maldives' first resort — a legendary stage for craft excellence.
Brand Partners
Maison Ferrand
Giffard · Real Purees
Crafted with the finest names in the spirits and cocktail industry.
Eligibility
Professional
Bartenders
One participant per resort. Applies to both competition categories.
Competition Categories
Two Ways To Compete
Cocktail Competition
17th & 18th August 2026
1st Place Prize
A tour to Europe with Grape Expectations — including visits to Erdinger Brewery, Nonino Distillery, and iconic wine regions.
Flairtending Competition
18th August 2026
Winner Prize
A 3-day Oktoberfest Sri Lanka experience with our partner Lion Brewery — celebration, craft, and camaraderie.
What You Could Win
Prizes That Inspire
Cocktail Competition
A European Journey with Grape Expectations
Explore the heart of European craft — from Erdinger Brewery in Bavaria to Nonino Distillery in Friuli, to the terroirs that define the world's finest wines.
Your passport to the origins of the craft.
Flairtending Competition
Oktoberfest Sri Lanka with Lion Brewery
Three immersive days at Oktoberfest Sri Lanka — experience the spectacle, craft beer culture, and legendary hospitality of our partner Lion Brewery.
Three days of craft, culture, and camaraderie.
Before You Enter
Competition Rules
Eligibility
One entry per resort unless otherwise approved. Open to professional bartenders across both competition categories.
Maison Ferrand Required
Each cocktail must include at least one Maison Ferrand product. Applies to all rounds of the Cocktail Competition.
Giffard & Real Purees
Giffard and/or Real Purees must be used in the Signature Cocktail round — showcasing the full range of brand partners.
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Full rules, judging criteria, and registration details will be published shortly. Follow us and stay tuned.
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