Compete with New York City’s top mixologist/Margarita Social Club First Edition. Submit your signature margarita through a qualifying video.

Margarita Social Club First Edition

New York Mixology Championship

Welcome to Margarita Social Club First Edition — New York Mixology Championship, a premier competition celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and excellence in hospitality. Bartenders and mixologists will showcase their signature Margarita and compete for cash prizes and industry recognition.

Cash prizes: $5,000 for first place, $1,400 for second place, and $500 for third place.

Championship Final: Saturday, December 19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM in New York City. Venue to be announced.

Eventbrite is used only for payments. Bartenders must complete their competition application, recipe, story, and one-minute qualifying video at https://margaritacompetition.com.

ABOUT THE COMPETITION;

margarita social club nyc first edition is a premier mixology competition celebrating creativity, innovation, craftsmanship, and excellence in hospitality. Talented bartenders and mixologists from across New York City will showcase their signature margarita, demonstrate their skills, and compete for cash prizes, professional recognition, and industry exposure. Participants begin by submitting a qualifying video. Selected finalists will advance to the live championship where they will present their signature margarita before a panel of respected judges. Whether you are an experienced bartender or an emerging mixologist, this competition is your opportunity to showcase your talent, connect with industry leaders, inspire others, and compete for a chance to become the first Margarita Social Club NYC Champion.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE?

1. Pay the $100 bartender entry fee through Eventbrite.

2. Complete your official application at https://margaritacompetition.com.

3. Submit your signature Margarita recipe, story, and one-minute qualifying video in the Margarita Social Club app.

4. Applications will be reviewed using the official judging criteria.

5. Selected bartenders will advance to the live championship in New York.

JUDGING CRITERIA

1. Taste & Balance — 30%

2. Creativity — 20%

3. Presentation — 15%

4. Technique & Execution — 15%

5. Brand Ingredient Interaction — 10%

6. Storytelling & Hospitality — 10%

Total Score: 100 points.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Showcase your signature Margarita to industry professionals, compete for $6,900 in cash prizes, gain exposure through Margarita Social Club media, connect with beverage brands and hospitality leaders, and compete to become the first Margarita Social Club champion.

OFFICIAL BRAND SPONSORSHIP;

Margarita Social Club welcomes sponsorships from tequila, mezcal, sotol, raicilla, bacanora, and other agave spirit brands, as well as premium mixers, juices, syrups, bitters, garnishes, glassware, bar tools, restaurants, bars, clubs, hotels, distributors, importers, and hospitality businesses. By sponsoring Margarita Social Club, your brand will gain valuable exposure through a premier mixology competition that connects with bartenders, hospitality professionals, industry leaders, and consumers. Sponsorship benefits include brand visibility throughout the competition, product placement in qualifying videos and live rounds, exposure through social media, marketing campaigns, and event promotions. direct engagement with bartenders, and customized sponsorship and marketing opportunities tailored to your brand’s objectives. For sponsorship and marketing opportunities, please contact Margarita Social Club Competition at margaritacompetition@gmail.com. tell 646 730 8688

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