About this Event
Speed Round Building Competition at Dram & Draught Wilmington
Join us at Dram & Draught Wilmington for the third installment of the Wilmington Cocktail Shake-Off, a fun and fast-paced competition series created to bring together local bartenders, celebrate the craft, and build community within Wilmington’s hospitality scene.
This round is all about Speed Round Building.
Bartenders from some of Wilmington’s favorite bars will go head-to-head in a series of high-energy heats, racing against the clock to build classic cocktails and creative twists under pressure. With only two minutes per round, every second counts.
Three rounds.
Classic cocktails.
A 35-point scoring system.
Fastest bartender wins.
But this event is about more than just competition—it’s about bringing people together, supporting the local bar community, and having a great time.
What to Expect
- 🍸 Bartenders representing local Wilmington bars
- 🏆 Judges scoring each round
- 🎤 Hosted by Matt from Dram & Draught
- DJ Alex on the Music
- 🍹 A limited-time Cocktail Competition Menu available during the event
- 🥃 Whiskey Wednesday specials all night long (50% off select whiskey pours & $10 whiskey cocktails)
- 🤝 A welcoming atmosphere where everyone is invited to join in and cheer on the competitors
Event Details
📍 Dram & Draught Wilmington
109 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
🗓 Wednesday, May 27th
⏰ Competition begins at 7:00 PM
🎟 Free to attend and open to the public
Whether you work in the industry, love a well-made cocktail, or are just looking for something fun to do downtown, this event is for you. Grab a drink, settle in, and help us celebrate the talented bartenders who make Wilmington’s bar scene so special.
Want to Compete?
Interested in having your bar represented in the Wilmington Cocktail Shake-Off? All local bars are welcome to participate.
Apply here: https://menuqr.apps.dramanddraught.com/wilmington/events/the-wilmington-cocktail-shake-off-speed-round-building-pt-3
Come by, bring some friends, and enjoy a night of cocktails, music, friendly competition, and community at your neighborhood Dram.
*Please note: Photography and video may be captured during this event for marketing and social media purposes. By attending, guests may appear in event content shared across our digital platforms.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Dram & Draught, 109 Market Street, Wilmington, United States
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