Bartender Competition
Sip, Sample, and Celebrate!
Get ready to experience the art of mixology at its finest! Join us at the LRA Showcase for the Four Roses Bourbon Twist on a Classic cocktail competition, where 10 of Louisiana’s most talented bartenders will craft and serve their original creations — each one a unique twist on a classic cocktail, featuring the rich flavors of Four Roses Bourbon.
As they mix, shake, and pour, bartenders will be interviewed live and their cocktails will be judged by a panel of industry experts to determine who has the ultimate Bourbon Twist on a Classic.
Sample all 10 cocktails!
Cheer on your favorite bartender!
Watch as the finalists shake, stir, and pour their best work live in Hall J!
Participation in the tasting is FREE with your Showcase admission — don’t miss this chance to sip exclusive cocktails you won't find anywhere else.
Sunday, August 3, 2025
3:30 - 5 p.m.
New Orleans Morial Convention Center - Hall J
Bartenders: Think You Have What It Takes?
Are you ready to show off your skills and put your twist on a classic cocktail? We’re looking for bold, creative bartenders to compete!
Here's what you need to know:
Competition Rules:
- Live Presentation: You’ll be interviewed as you craft your cocktail for a panel of three expert judges.
- Supplied Ingredients: Sponsors will provide two bottles of Four Roses Bourbon for judging and attendee sampling.
- Video Submission: Submit a :30-60 second video explaining your cocktail and its inspiration. Don’t forget to tag @louisiana_restaurant_assoc on Instagram!
- Drink Requirements:
- Maximum of seven ingredients.
- Ingredients must be easily available in the U.S.
- Cocktail must feature one of the following:
- Four Roses Bourbon
- Four Roses Small Batch
- Four Roses Single Barrel
- Four Roses Small Batch Select
- Cocktail must be inspired by a classic cocktail (e.g., Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Daiquiri, Margarita, etc.).
- Eligibility:
- Must be over 21.
- Must be an employee of a Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) member.
- Must grant permission for the LRA and Four Roses to use your name, likeness, and recipe.
- Stipend: Each competing bartender will receive a $200 stipend after the competition.
- Deadline:
- Applications, headshot, and video must be submitted electronically to communications@lra.org by Tuesday, June 24.
- Selected contestants will be notified by Friday, June 27.
How to Apply:
- Submit your application, headshot, and video to communications@lra.org.
- Answer these two quick questions:
- What do you love about bartending?
- Is your restaurant/bar a current LRA member? (Y/N)
Shake things up and let your creativity shine — we can’t wait to see your Bourbon Twist on a Classic!
