2025 Semi-Finalists

Left on Red

Wanted to use sloe gin because I feel it's not utilized as much anymore, and continue to use red colored ingredients that pair well with the flavors.

Stolen Secret

Sitting somewhere between a White Negroni, a rocks Martini, and a Gin Old Fashioned, the Stolen Secret was an attempt to make the perfect hybrid of those

Thomas Cat

In my childhood, I adored watching Tom and Jerry cartoons, particularly the hapless Tom. Peach and rose embody the sweet nostalgia of those animated days,

Pax Spinosa

This cocktail is simple to make with ingredients found readily at most bars. It's bright, citrus notes and underlying coffee flavour make it approachable

Just like nonna used to make

Sweet, citrus, savoury, pastry.

Back to Our Roots

Bright, earthy, rich, floral, light tartness, citrusy, umami

Clerk&Well

The cocktail take inspiration from the area of Clerkenwell in London. In the 1850s the area was known as "Little Italy" because of the massive

Hay'groni

Select and pre-chill an Old-fashioned glass. Prepare garnish of orange orange zest twist. POUR all ingredients into ice-filled glass. STIR. Garnish with

Fruit And Nut

The Alexander is often overshadowed by its brandy counterpart... but this cocktail pays homage to its gin origins. Elevating the original serve, this cocktail

In Bloom With A View

Fresh, approachable twist on a classic gin martini

Saudade

Inspired by the fresh tomato salads found in every London restaurant I wanted to creat a classic style serve that replicated that fresh tomato salad style.

Flashdance

I called the cocktail Flashdance because is a dance of flavors, we have the gin that gives aromatics flavor, the Lychee gives the sweetness, the ananas

Cookies & Cream

It is easier to consume the cocktail if sipped with a straw.

Gale Street Sour

Rare Tea Silvertip Jasmine tea 5% to Vodka. Infuse at room temperature for 30 minutes and strain through coffee filter

Pale Signal

This cocktail began as a search for balance between structure and softness, clarity and calm. Hayman's Dry Gin pairs beautifully with the Fino Sherry

The Hourglass

Nose Soft citrus and juniper from Hayman's London Dry Gin rise gently, like memories awakening in the morning light. Hints of blackcurrant and herbs