Bartender Competition
Four Roses Bourbon Global Expedition
Presented by Reyes Beverage Group and the Louisiana Restaurant Association
Get ready for one of the most exciting events of the LRA Showcase as 10 of Louisiana's most talented bartenders go head-to-head in the Four Roses Bourbon Global Expedition Cocktail Competition. This high-energy live competition challenges participants to create an original cocktail featuring Four Roses Bourbon inspired by flavors, ingredients, and traditions from around the world.
With emcee commentary, live interviews, and a fast-paced waterfall format, guests will experience creativity, skill, and showmanship on full display. A panel of three respected industry professionals will judge each cocktail on flavor, balance, originality, presentation, technique, and overall performance. Attendees will sample each cocktail as the competition progresses.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
3:15 – 4:15 p.m.
Hall J | New Orleans Convention Center
Meet the Competitors
Victoria Pisarello
Felipe’s Taqueria (Uptown)
Ricardo Flores
Restaurant R’evolution
Phillip Torres
ANNUNCIATION
Matt Wilbratte
Luke
Rein Smith
Bourbon House
Evan Grantham
Cecelia Creole Bistro
Ryan Ashley
Feliciana/Paradise
Praveen Divatar
Tujague's Restaurant
Kami Divine
Vessel Nola
Camila Ramirez
Charles and Julia