Thanks to all of our amazing participants, we had another great year!
Hubitality was thrilled to announce the winner of Spartanburg Cocktail Masters 2026: Spartanburg Marriott with their incredible Green River Honey Finished Bourbon creation, “Orchard After Dark.” Congratulations to our champion!
Additional Winners:
- Mocktail Master: Main Street Pub
- People’s Choice: Wings, Etc.
- Best Vodka Drink: Heirloom – A Milltown Eatery
- Best Gin Drink: Gerhard’s Cafe
- Best Bourbon Drink: The Zeplin
- Best Tequila Drink: Cribbs Hospitality Group
2026 Winner
⚲ Spartanburg Cocktail Masters will return in 2027
Reserve Your Tickets Today!
VIP Pass
Enjoy 16 tasting tickets for cocktails and/or mocktails, along with bites from local favorites. As a keepsake, you'll receive a commemorative glass!
$100
Drink Responsibly
Drink Responsibly
Drink Responsibly
Drink Responsibly
Drink Responsibly
Must be 21+ to Participate
Must be 21+ to Participate
Must be 21+ to Participate
Must be 21+ to Participate
Must be 21+ to Participate
Get Involved
Spartanburg Cocktail Masters is a drink-tasting event celebrating our vibrant and growing cocktail scene. The event will feature live music, food, raffles, special perks for VIP guests, and, of course, cocktail and mocktail samples for adults (21+ for cocktail tastings). While you enjoy the tasting, our judges will anonymously vote on cocktails crafted by local restaurants!
Apply to Be a Competitor
Competitor registration for Spartanburg Cocktail Masters is currently closed. Please check back in 2027 for more information.
Questions? Reach out to Lenza Jolley at lenza@scrla.org should you have any questions.
Become a Volunteer
Benefits:
- One free drink pass (5 tastings)
- One free commemorative glass
- Support a local non profit and show your love for local restaurants and businesses
Duties:
Volunteers could be positioned at any of the following stations: Parking, tickets, setup, and breakdown. If you prefer a certain position please let us know when applying.
- Arrive at 5:00pm & stay until 10:00pm.
- Must be 21 years of age and show ID
What To Expect:
Cocktail Master’s will need help setting up and breaking down tables, vendor booths, sponsor booths, judge’s tables, event signage, and directing traffic. You may also be asked to pass out waters, and other event information.
Please drink responsibly, as you will represent our event’s professionalism.
Above all, we encourage you to HAVE FUN!
To Apply:
Email: Lenza Jolley (SCRLA) – lenza@scrla.org
Please email with the following information:
- First / Last Name
- Date of Birth
- Phone Number
*Police officers will be on duty during the event
*Please bring your ID the day of the event or you will not be able to participate / volunteer
Become a Sponsor
For more details about sponsorships and the benefits of partnering with us, click here.
Your sponsorship helps us support hospitality workers in crisis, and we can’t thank you enough for being part of this effort.
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