Mystic Cocktail Classic With 12 Semi Finalists Competing Nov 7-10 Features Cocktail Contest CTbites Team October 16, 2025 This fall, Mystic will play host to the Mystic Cocktail Classic (November 7–10), a new event celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship that define modern mixology. Presented by Veritable Distillery, the festival will bring together some of the most respected voices in the spirits world for conversation, competition, and coastal hospitality.Today, organizers announced the 12 semi finalists who have advanced to the next round of the Mystic Cocktail Competition, which takes place during the event’s finale on Monday, November 10.Bartenders and mixologists from across the country were invited to submit entries across four key spirit categories - liqueur, gin, rum, and whiskey. Submissions arrived from over 25 states, reflecting the competition’s nationwide appeal. Entries were evaluated on originality, balance, technique, presentation, and storytelling, by a panel of industry experts. Read More
Cocktail Naming Contest: WIN $100 at Match Sono Celebrating 25 Years! Features Cocktail Contest Cocktails Stephanie Webster October 08, 2024 Game on! We're bringing back our cocktail naming contest. WIN $100 for dinner at Match Restaurant in South Norwalk. Here’s How!Review the ingredients list below.Enter YOUR original Cocktail Name (or multiple names) in the comments section under this post (including your Instagram account or email so we can reach out if you are selected). If your Cocktail name is selected, it will be featured on the Match cocktail menu & you will receive $100 to enjoy Match + a chance to sample YOUR signature cocktail. Read More
Taco Guy Cocktail Naming Contest: WIN FREE DINNER FOR 2 @ Taco Guy! Features Cocktails Cocktail Contest Stephanie Webster February 24, 2024 Game on! We're bringing back our cocktail naming contest. WIN FREE DINNER FOR TWO AT the uber-fun TACO GUY in Norwalk. Here's How...Review the ingredients list below.Enter YOUR original Cocktail Name (or multiple names) in the comments section under this post (including your Instagram account or email so we can reach out if you are selected). If your Cocktail name is selected, it will be featured on the Taco Guy Spring cocktail menu & you will receive a FREE DINNER FOR 2 at Taco Guy + a chance to sample YOUR signature cocktail. Read More
