Congratulations 2020 Art of Mixology Winners!

Click HERE to view a replay of the live online Awards Show, emceed by Justin Cole of Joy in Motion! The winners' fabulous craft cocktails have been turned into Art of Mixology Cocktail Kits so you can try them at home. 

1st Place, Mixologist of the Year - Two Faced by Hailey Coder, Bar Cava, Martinez
Two Faced offers the best of both worlds — a fruity refreshing concoction with a kick! This drink features El Mayor Tequila, combined with the contrasting flavors of jalapeno and pineapple, cranberry and lime, and rimmed with something a little different on each side. See a short demo video HERE.

2nd Place - Betty's 7pm by Sadé Stamps, Sobre Mesa, Oakland
Betty’s 7pm captures the essence of cocktail time at the bartender’s family celebrations and the merriment that ensued. This drink features Banks 5 Island Rum, paired with citrus flavors, pineapple, and warm spices. See a short demo video HERE.

3rd Place - Smog In The Noggin by Ben Dimond, Bardo Lounge & Supper Club, Oakland
Smog in the Noggin’ is inspired by the bartender’s thousands of interactions with strangers passing through who asked him to surprise them with something special. This drink features St. George Terrior Gin, combined with honey, lemon, and anise, topped off with sparkling soda and herbs. See a short demo video HERE.

4th Place - Chipotle Bloody Mary by Mike Whipple, Canyon Club Brewery, Moraga
Chipotle Bloody Mary breaks with tradition and starts your day off with some heat. This drink features Tahoe Blue Vodka, paired with tangy tomato, bright citrus, and smoky chipotle. See a short demo video HERE.

Audience Award - Fall'ifornia Dreamin' by Brian Gamble, Independent Mixologist
Fall’ifornia Dreamin’ kicks off the season with an autumn flavor bonanza! This drink features St. George Breaking & Entering American Whiskey, combined with the crisp flavors of apple and pear, rich chocolate, and cozy spices. See a short demo video HERE.

2019 Winners

Congratulations to Winners and all the Mixologists who participated in our Sixth Annual Art of Mixology event

Second Place
Phillip McElvain
Grand Lake Kitchen
A Plum Dream

Third Place
Vincenzo Piccione
Benvenuti Ristorante
Roman Garden

Home Crafted Cocktail Award
Lily Gonzalez
Rainarita

Audience Favorite
Vincenzo Piccione
Benvenuti Ristorante
Roman Garden

Art of Table Staging Award
Phillip McElvain
Grand Lake Kitchen
A Plum Dream

2018 Winners

Congratulations to Winners and all the Mixologists who participated in our Fifth Annual Art of Mixology event!

Mixologist of the Year
Arthur Valderrama
When Worlds Collide
Barranco Kitchen and Bar

Second Place
Roberto Rizo
Standing Ovation
Self Employed @CantineRob

Third Place
Dennis Hoagland
Killing Cliché
Barrel Aged

Top Amateur
BlackBerry Basil Margarita
Lily Gonzalez

Audience Favorite
Ryan Wehrenberg
Mai Mai Mai
Park Bistro and Bar

Art of Table Staging Award
Eric Gonzalez
Agua De Sandía
Self-employed: @TiniTime

2017 Winners

Congratulations to Winners and all the Mixologists who participated in our Fourth Annual Art of Mixology event!

Mixologist of the Year
Portia Battistini
Hops N Apricots
The Cooperage American Grille

Second Place
Dennis Hoagland
Sweet November
Parada

Third Place
Ryan Wehrenberg
The Beekeeper
Lafayette Park Bistro & Bar

Audience Favorite
Ryan Wehrenberg
The Beekeeper
Lafayette Park Bistro & Bar

Home Crafted Cocktail Winner
Eric Gonzalez
Mangonada Madness

Art of Table Staging
Carolynn Lara
Sour Bore
The Fourth Bore Taproom and Grille

2016 Bartenders

Below are the professional and amateur bartenders that participated in the 2016 Art of Mixology craft cocktail competition held on October 8, 2016 at Orinda Theatre Square.

2015 Bartenders

Below are the talented bartenders and their concoctions from last year's Art of Mixology craft cocktail competition held on October 10, 2015 at Orinda Theatre Square.