Our competitions are designed to identify, elevate, and reward the finest talent across bartending, mixology, and beverage craftsmanship. From national championships to international showdowns and student platforms — each stage is built with global standards, structured judging, and career-defining opportunities.
Classic & Flair Categories
India’s premier mixology competition returns with two prestigious divisions — Classic and Flair — bringing together the country’s top bartending talent on one national stage.
Participants are judged on technique, creativity, presentation, speed, innovation, and stage presence under internationally aligned criteria.
The winners will represent India at the 2026 Macau IBA World Cocktail Championship, competing against the world’s best bartenders at the highest level of global mixology.
This platform is built to elevate Indian talent, provide international exposure, and position India confidently on the global bartending map.
Second Edition
The Golden Peacock Cup is an elite international cocktail competition welcoming participation from 20+ countries. Leading bartenders and Presidents of Bartender Associations from around the world come together to celebrate global mixology, creativity, and excellence.
This championship is a showcase of precision, storytelling, technique, and innovation — performed under international standards and judged by globally respected industry leaders.
With prize money worth over $2,000 USD, the Golden Peacock Cup stands as one of the most prestigious cocktail competitions hosted in India — strengthening global connections and fostering cross-border collaboration within the beverage community.
The IBG Flair Challenge is a dynamic student competition designed to introduce aspiring bartenders to the exciting world of flair bartending. Participants showcase bottle handling techniques, coordination, creativity, and stage confidence while performing behind the bar.
This platform encourages young talent to develop showmanship, technical control, and professional presentation — giving students an early opportunity to experience the energy and discipline of competitive bartending.
The International Zero Proof Challenge is a student-focused competition celebrating the creativity of alcohol-free mixology. Participants craft innovative zero-proof beverages that showcase flavor balance, presentation, and modern drink techniques without using alcohol.
This challenge encourages students to explore fresh ingredients, creative combinations, and thoughtful beverage design while developing essential mixology skills for the growing world of zero-proof and mindful drinking.
The Bar Queens Challenge is a dedicated competition for female students to showcase their talent in both mixology and flair bartending. Participants demonstrate creativity, technique, and confidence while crafting cocktails and performing behind the bar.
This platform celebrates and empowers the next generation of women in hospitality, providing a stage where female bartenders can highlight their skills, innovation, and stage presence in a competitive environment.
The India Academic Coffee Championship is a student competition designed for aspiring baristas to showcase their skills in coffee brewing and latte art. Participants demonstrate precision, creativity, and coffee knowledge while preparing espresso-based beverages and presenting artistic latte designs.
This championship provides a professional platform for students to explore coffee craftsmanship, develop barista techniques, and gain exposure within the specialty coffee and hospitality industry.
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