UKBG National Cocktail Competition 2021 – Sponsored by Akashi Sake Brewery & Kaikyo Distillery

After a year’s hiatus, the UK Bartenders Guild’s National Cocktail Competition returns. Times are a little different to when we were last organising – and so, the format of this year’s competition is a little different – with a focus on building knowledge and sharing expertise, to inspire a sector that’s taken some hard knocks. 

Since its inception in 1937, the UKBG’s National Cocktail Competition has given a platform to the best and brightest in our community – the innovators, the risk-takers, the adventurous and creative – who have gone on to represent the UK at the IBA World Championships. We’re looking for the best cocktail creators, the most engaging bartenders to show us – and the world – what you’ve got.

This year, the UKBG NCC will be sponsored by Akashi Sake Brewery & Kaikyo Distillery, and their three main brands = Akashi-Tai Sake, Hatozaki Whiskey and 135 East…