Calling all club and pub mixologists! The AHG Expo Diageo Cocktail Competition is your chance to showcase your creativity and win incredible prizes.
In the lead-up to the 2025 Australasian Hospitality & Gaming Expo (12–13 March at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre), clubs and pubs are being invited to put a twist on a classic cocktail, perfect for enjoying on a hot Queensland summer’s day.
There are great prizes up for grabs with the top three finalists all receiving flights to Bundaberg to visit the Bundaberg Rum Distillery for a VIP Blend Your Own Rum Experience, with the overall winner also receiving a $500 visa card PLUS a case of their own unique blend of rum.
How to enter
1. Create your cocktail using up to 6 ingredients (excluding ice and garnish)
2. The drink should have a minimum 30mls of Casamigos or Don Julio Tequila
3. Must not exceed 2 standard drinks
Entries will be judged on taste, visual appeal and creative name.
Submit your entry by 9am, Thursday 27 February with the following details:
- Your first and last name
- Club name and position title
- Email and phone number
- Cocktail details: your cocktail title, the full recipe, the glassware required, and a photo of your cocktail
Finalists will be notified by Monday 3 March.
Six finalists will be selected from the digital submissions, who will all be invited to compete in the grand finale, which will be held at the AHG Expo on Thursday 13 March, at 11am. Grand finale attendance is required in-person, where drinks will be made, then tasted by an expert panel of judges.
At the grand finale, Diageo will supply the key ingredients of Casamigos or Don Julio Tequila, as well as the glassware you specified in your submission, plus the standard cocktail-making tools of a shaker, strainer, muddler etc. Ice is also supplied.
You are required to bring ALL other ingredients and garnishes with you on the day (if you would prefer to use your own fancy glasses, or your own lucky shaker, feel free to bring these along too).
The judging panel will announce the winner on the day.
Need some inspo?
Visit the Casamigos or Don Julio websites for recipe inspiration. If you have any questions, reach out to Brand Ambassador Jesus Grilletjesus@sweetandchilli.com.au
Submit your entry online at www.ahgexpo.com.