Shaping Sri Lanka’s Hospitality Future: National Bartenders Competition Heads to the Grand Finale

Colombo, Sri Lanka – The 30th edition of the National Bartenders Competition, Sri Lanka’s premier bartending event, has reached its most exciting phase. With all six regional rounds now completed, the competition has selected 40 outstanding semi-finalists who gathered at Marino Beach Colombo on June 3rd for a thrilling semifinal showdown, an unforgettable evening of showmanship, precision, and artistry.

Organized by the Sri Lanka Hospitality Graduates Association (SLHGA) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (SLITHM), and powered for the third consecutive year by International Distillers Ltd (IDL), the competition continues to uplift and celebrate the evolving spirit of Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector.

From the Cultural Triangle to Colombo, the regional rounds showcased exceptional flair and technique across both the Classic and Flair categories. At the semifinals, the bar was raised even higher. After a gripping display of creativity, confidence, and professional finesse, five finalists from each category were selected to advance to the Grand Finale, scheduled for June 18th at Cinnamon Grand Colombo.