Welcome to the World Class Cocktail Festival!
The World Class Cocktail Festival is back and from April 14th to April 27th, cocktail lovers all over the country can sample unique creations in 23 towns and cities from the top 100 bartenders in Great Britain.
From London to Liverpool and Glasgow to Cardiff, each bar will serve its own unique menu of three limited-edition cocktails, created especially for the festival. With flavours including mango tonka syrup and carbonated Welsh tea and garnishes ranging from beetroot powder to popping chocolate crystals, the drinks honour the rich heritage of their chosen spirit and local community.
Based in London? Then visit our hub at The Bar at Home and take part in a free cocktail masterclass.
Find your nearest bar below and keep on scrolling to find out more.
Channel your inner mixologist
As part of the annual World Class Cocktail Competition, bartenders across the country submitted their most creative, unique cocktails incorporating in either The Singleton 12YO, Don Julio Reposado or Seedlip Garden 108.
Keen to channel your inner mixologist? Buy the World Class bundle and get creative – either by giving our official serves a go, or trying your own
From April 3 - April 28
FREE cocktail masterclasses
Live in London? Join our Paloma masterclass at our flagship store in Oxford Circus. Our expert team will guide you through making the perfect summer drink using both Don Julio Reposado and Seedlip.
About The World Class Cocktail Competition
World Class is on a mission to inspire people to drink better, creating unforgettable experiences in the process. Since 2009, we’ve sparked the imaginations of over 400,00 bartenders from across the world from up-and-coming names to established mixologists.
Recognised as the world’s premier cocktail competition, the Diageo World Class Competition is a global showcase of bartending excellence, celebrating creativity, hospitality, and cocktail culture.
Many of the UK’s finest cocktail bars have earned a spot in the prestigious Top 100 list and will mark the occasion by serving exclusive menus as part of the World Class Cocktail Festival. Don't miss out on the chance to try their innovative, unique creations.
World Class Cocktail Festival Masterclass Terms and Conditions*
See full terms and conditions here.
The masterclass is free but advance booking is required.
Classes run on Thursdays and Fridays at 4pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm
The Masterclass includes tastings of Don Julio Reposado and Seedlip Garden 108 and two cocktails, prepared using these products.
Please consume alcohol responsibly. This invitation should not be shared with individuals below the legal drinking age. The Masterclass is available to individuals aged 18 and above. Valid identification may be requested to confirm that you are over 18 years old.
Contact store@thebar.com for any inquiries.