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Lubrication Cup
Winston-Salem
Date
Monday, April 20, 2026
Time
7:00 PM
A bartender speed competition. Eight competitors, three rounds, one cup holder.
0 / 8 signed up
8 spots left
Bartender Speed Competition
Eight bartenders, three rounds, head-to-head. Judged on speed, accuracy, taste, presentation, and station reset.
One walks away as the cup holder.
Round One — Quarterfinals
8 bartenders, head-to-head. Each builds 3 cocktails. 4 advance.
Manhattan · Dry Martini · Daiquiri · Cosmopolitan
Round Two — Semifinals
4 winners go head-to-head. One cocktail decides who advances.
Mai Tai
The Final — Championship
The last 2 standing. The ultimate test of skill and composure.
Ramos Gin Fizz
Judged On
Speed
How fast can you build under pressure?
Accuracy
Recipe execution to spec
Taste
Does it actually drink well?
Presentation
Garnish, glassware, finish
Station Reset
Cleanliness and reset between drinks
Event Cocktail Menu
Available for guests throughout the evening — $10 each.
Manhattan
Yellowstone Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters
Dry Martini
The Botanist Gin, Dry Vermouth, Lemon Twist or Olive
Daiquiri
Brugal Rum, Lime, Simple Syrup
Cosmopolitan
Tito's Vodka, Cointreau, Cranberry, Lime
Mai Tai
Diplomático Rum, Cointreau, Lime, Orgeat
Gin Fizz
Drumshanbo Brazilian Pineapple Gin, Lemon, Simple Syrup, Soda
Compete in the Lubrication Cup
We're looking for 8 bartenders to compete.
Competitors arrive at 6:30 PM. Competition starts at 7:00 PM. Sign up below and we will be in touch with those selected.