Name: The Staley x Bacardi: South Loop Bartender Contest
Start: 2025-12-17T01:00:00.000Z
Location: The Staley

Get ready for a night of bold flavors, fierce talent, and South Loop bragging rights. The Staley presents the ultimate bartending showdown, sponsored by Bacardi with supporting goodies from Ilegal Mezcal and Tullamore Dew. With beer sponsored by Cerveza Monopolio 🥃✨

Watch 10 of Chicago’s top bartenders go head-to-head through three thrilling rounds of cocktail challenges designed to test creativity, speed, and signature style. You’ll witness the drama, the technique, the flair, and—of course—the incredible drinks being crafted right before your eyes.

Sip on featured cocktails, enjoy brand giveaways, cheer on your favorite bartender, and feel the energy of a true South Loop battle for the crown. 👑

At the end of the night only one question remains:

Who will be named South Loop’s Best Bartender?

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The Staley x Bacardi: South Loop Bartender Contest

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