“Battle of brooklyn” cocktail COMPETITION

Calling all professional bartenders and mixologists! Join us in the Battle of Brooklyn Cocktail Competition, hosted by Fort Hamilton Distillery. Show off your skills by crafting an original cocktail using Fort Hamilton's New World Gin or Fortress Cucumber Vodka.

To enter, submit your unique Fort Hamilton cocktail recipe by May 27th, 2025, for a chance to win the $2,000 cash prize. Five finalists will be selected on May 28th, 2025, to compete live at the Fort Hamilton Distillery June 10th.

All entrants are welcome to attend the competition, which will be held from 5-8pm at Fort Hamilton Distillery. Don't miss this chance to be part of an exciting event and showcase your mixology talent!

Competition Rules:

  • Cocktail must include either Fort Hamilton New World Gin or Fortress Cucumber Vodka

  • No cocktail to use more than 5 ingredients

  • Only one home-made ingredient may be used in any cocktail.

Judging and Criteria

Entries will be judged by a panel of industry experts, as well as Fort Hamilton Co-owner Alex Clark. The judging will be based on: 

  • Creativity & Originality, Uniqueness of the concept and originality of your cocktail.

  • Taste - Balance of flavors, use of Fort Hamilton New World Gin or Fortress Cucumber Vodka, and overall taste. 

  • Presentation - Visual Appeal, garnish and presentation of the cocktail. 

  • Inspiration and story - The story behind your cocktail and its connection to Fort Hamilton New World Gin or Fortress Cucumber Vodka. 
    - The decision of the judges is final and binding.