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are you a BARMAN/BARMAID?

ready to take on a challenge

Theme - the french terroir

An invitation to explore the richness, diversity and elegance of France through mixology using The French Gastronomic Gin.

how it works

1. SUBMIT YOUR RECIPE

Complete the online form and share your original cocktail recipe, inspiration and connection to the French terroir.

2. ENTRY REVIEW

All entries will be reviewed to ensure they meet the competition criteria and rules.

3. FINALIST SELECTION

A professional jury will evaluate all the applications and select the finalists to go through to the next stage.

4. LIVE FINAL IN LILLE

Finalists will present and prepare their cocktail live on Sunday 20 August during the Essence du Gin fair in Lille.

the jury

Joseph FREIHA
Laurence MAROT
Kevin RABOT
Florine VERHELLEN
Fondateur Epicureans Spirit
Journalist Barmag, Academy Chair France 50 Best Bars
Organisateur L’Essence du Gin et Propriétaire Genever Bar
Cheffe Bistrot Brigand Lille
Mathieu BOUTROY
Alice REVOL & Alice HEDDEBAUT-GABILLARD
Damien BERTRAND
Mathieu BOUTROY
Laurence MAROT
Chef Harmonie Lille, Michelin Star 2026
Journalist Barmag, Academy Chair France 50 Best Bars
Florine VERHELLEN
Damien BERTRAND
Alice REVOL & Alice HEDDEBAUT-GABILLARD
Cheffe Bistrot Brigand Lille
Founder Paradisiac, Jury CMB, Spirits Consultant
Les Alices Bar Lille
Joseph FREIHA
Kevin RABOT
Fondateur Epicureans Spirit
Organisateur L’Essence du Gin et Propriétaire Genever Bar

the prizes

The winning bartender will be featured in a dedicated 4-page spread in the 3rd Edition of “50 Cocktails for Gin Lovers”, distributed in France and internationally.

This exclusive feature will include:

  • 2 pages dedicated to the winner
    A spotlight on the bartender, their story, their creative vision and the bar they represent.
  • 2 pages dedicated to the winning cocktail
    A full presentation of the cocktail, including its inspiration, recipe, visual identity and connection to the French Terroir.

More than a prize, this is an opportunity to gain visibility in a published cocktail book, celebrate your craft and become part of the Epicureans Spirit story.

All finalists will also receive accessories from the Epicureans brand, a feature of their creation on our social media channels, and a bottle of Epicureans Gin.

HOW TO ENTER

First, submit your interest using the form below. Once your entry has been received, we will send you the full competition rules and the procedure to follow by email.

Final entries must be submitted by 31 July. Cocktail creations must then be received by 10 August.

COMPETITION RULES

Before submitting your application, we invite you to consult the competition rules. By participating, you accept the eligibility requirements, selection process, final round procedures, as well as the use of your recipe, image and any content related to your participation for Epicureans Spirit’s communication purposes.

 

ENTRY form