Cocktail Competition

  • Dates: May 24, 2026
  • Venue: Longleaf Swine
  • Location: Downtown Raleigh
  • Address: 300 E. Edenton St., Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Times: 7:00 PM
  • Admission: Free

About

Head to Longleaf Swine for a fun cocktail competition highlighting N.C. spirits launched by a group of downtown Raleigh bar and restaurant owners. Participating businesses include Boatman Spirits Co., Mala Pata, William & Company, Transfer Co. Food Hall, Foundation and Longleaf Swine.

Competitors will have to use Kill Devil Rum and Cheerwine to make a cocktail. Five bartenders will compete and both judges and the attendees will choose their favorites. Free for the public to attend and sample the cocktails.