Twelve bartending teams from Pittsburgh’s top establishments will participate in a competition where YOU are the judge. Each team will be assigned a spirit provided by one of 12 participating local distilleries to build a cocktail worthy of your vote for Best Cocktail Recipe.
Join us as we raise our glasses to passionate mixologists who will unleash their creativity to bring their vision to life in every shaken, stirred, and garnished cocktail. DJ Selecta will be spinning the hottest beats, bringing the party vibes to life.
Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time: 7-9:30pm with VIP entry at 6:30pm
Location: Roost
250 Forbes Ave., Suite 201
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Tickets: General Admission $75, VIP $130*
VIP Experience
Your VIP Experience includes early event entry and entry into the VIP Lounge, where you will enjoy curated bites, a welcome drink, and more.
Get excited for this year’s event, read about our 2024 Cocktail Shake-Off here.
2026 Participating Bar Teams
The Warren Bar & Burrow
Spirits & Tales at The Oaklander
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
Bar Marco
Lo Bar Cocktail Services
Scratch & Co.
Palm Palm
Pizzaiolo Primo
Revel
Space Bar
The Commoner
Rival
Participating Distillery Sponsors
Big Springs Spirits
Lawrenceville Distilling Company
Lucky Sign Spirits
Stateside Vodka
Wigle Whiskey
Love, Katie Distilling
Inspired by Spirits Distilling Co.
Iron City Distilling
Kingfly Spirits
