2025 Semi-Finalists

Don't Leave

Upon nosing, there will be bright citrus notes from both the gin and the orange essential oils. The first sip would firstly bring forward the juniper,

Empire Bloom

Refreshingly herbal and boozy, this cocktail would be ideal to sip by the river Thames during spring and summer times, soaking under the sun when occasionally

Sloe and Low

The cocktail was created for Hayman's Cocktail Competition 2025, where Hayman's Sloe Gin the main ingredient. Named 'Sloe & Low,' the drink pays

Rusty Bicycle

Since the day I started bartending, I've been drawn to bright, spirit-forward cocktails. This competition gave me the perfect chance to challenge my creativity,

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

Night Walker

"On a pitch-black midnight, Sembol the bartender emerged from B-one bar - a clandestine underground establishment - concluding another shift. By the

Peas and Love

Use fresh pea pods to get maximum flavor

Afternoon tea martini

Nowadays, there is so many people to have an afternoon tea for their life. It is a big change between now and the past. So I create a new cocktail that

Cap Camarat

A vibrant blend where the rich, fruity depth of Hayman's Sloe Gin meets the crisp, classic botanicals of Hayman's London Dry. Accented by peach and rosemary,

Third Act

The Third Act is made using a generous pour of Hayman's Old Tom Gin, combining 4 secondary ingredients that can be commonly found in any cocktail bar worth

Tomboy

This cocktail is a tribute to Old Tom Gin - a spirit that sits between the dry precision of a London Dry and the malty richness of a Dutch Genever. It's

Hey Man

Good taste

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

East by south

East by South A cocktail that charts tradition-and then quietly sails beyond it. The name East by South recalls a compass point just off the expected

Mello-Drama

Tasting Notes – Mello-drama Appearance A fresh, melon-green cocktail served over ice in a chilled Old Fashioned glass, garnished with a mint sprig. A

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