CWE Cocktail Competition Rules

CWE Cocktail Party, featuring a classic cocktail competition

Compete for a spot in a classic cocktail competition, sponsored by Major Brands, to be held on SATURDAY, JUNE 4 during the inaugural Central West End Cocktail Party. The final bartender standing on June 4 will receive $250 in CWE Bucks, a night at the Chase Park Plaza Hotel and a complimentary breakfast. To be considered, present a signature cocktail using one of the provided Major Brands spirits (see list below) during our preliminary rounds at 4 p.m. MONDAY, MAY 16, in the Barrel Room at Gamlin Whiskey House (236 N. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108).

GIN

Hendrick’s

Plymouth

MISC.

Fernet

RUM

Cruzan Aged

Kraken

Sailor Jerry

VODKA

Abolut

Effen

Reyka

TEQUILA

Dobel

Hornitos

WHISKEY

Bushmills

Cutty Sark

Glenlivet 12

Laphroaig

Knob Creek

Templeton

Tullamore Dew

CWE Cocktail Competition Rules

Revised May 11, 2016

This competition is open to any bartender currently working in the bar, restaurant or spirits industries within the St. Louis area.
Recipe submissions must be original creations.
Bring your own tools and mixers.
Submissions must be expressed in ounces, drops or dashes, and scaled for a single serving.
Submissions must include a detailed description of the garnish (if applicable).
Your cocktail must utilize at least 1.5 oz. of one of the provided sponsor spirits (see above). Email your spirit needs to Dustin Parres (dustin@gamlinrg.com) by May 14.
You may use more than one of the provided sponsor spirits in your cocktail.
All ingredients must be available to most bars or easily acquired/made from scratch without undue difficulty or expense. All ingredients must be available year-round.
Including a photo of your cocktail with your recipe submission is optional.
You will have five minutes to create your cocktail and one minute to present it to our judges.
Cocktails will be judged on originality, use of product, taste and presentation.

Scoring

Criteria	Description	Possible Points
Name	A drink’s name is crucially important to its saleability; points will be awarded with this in mind.	0-5
Balance	A perfectly balanced cocktail is key to its success.	0-5
Simplicity	Judges will consider how easily the recipe can be replicated and the number of ingredients used.	0-5
Presentation	The glass and general visual appearance of a cocktail and garnish affect its appeal. Points will be awarded accordingly.	0-5
Aroma	The aroma of the cocktail should be appealing and enticing.	0-5
Taste	A cocktail should be pleasing. Is this one just palatable, refreshing or is it truly delicious?	0-10
Originality	Competitors must present original drinks. Points will be awarded for innovative methods and ingredients.	0-10
Delivery	Interaction between bartender and customer is fundamental to good service and so judges should reward efficient, stylish and hygienic preparation as well as a confident and entertaining delivery with commentary that demonstrates knowledge.	0-5
Overall Impression	This category will be used ONLY in the case of a tie.	0-5