Brandwerk Annual Highlight: The 2025 TAC (The Art of Cocktail) Competition Kicks Off!

The champion will represent Taiwan at the prestigious international Barceló Rumtenders Global Final in the Dominican Republic!

The 2025 TAC Competition is about to begin! This event blends creativity, professionalism, and international honor, bringing together Taiwan’s bartenders to compete for the highest accolade. The champion will be Asia’s only representative, stepping onto the global stage in the Dominican Republic in February 2026 to compete alongside the world’s finest bartenders.

Online Info Session
Join us on 2025/10/1 (Wed) 14:00–15:00 for the official online briefing. Unlock the highlights of the competition Live Stream Link

About the Barceló Rumtenders Competition

Top bartenders from 11 countries will gather for this international rum cocktail showcase.

Competition Dates: February 2–6, 2026 (one full week)

Participating countries include:

  • Americas: Dominican Republic, United States, Peru, Chile
  • Europe: Spain, Germany, Italy, Hungary, Slovakia, Poland
  • Asia: Taiwan

2025 TAC Champion Rewards

  • Exploration: Visit pristine natural sites in the Dominican Republic
  • Cultural Visits: Exclusive access to the Ron Barceló Distillery and production facilities
  • Networking: Build valuable connections with global industry professionals
  • Professional Stage: Showcase mixology skills, interact, and advance your career
  • Prize Package: Round-trip airfare, travel itinerary, accommodations, and a trophy

Runner-Up: Trophy & Guest shift at a Hong Kong bar or Brandwerk products (valued at NT$10,000)
Second Runner-Up: Trophy & Brandwerk products (valued at NT$5,000)

Featured Spirits

  • Barceló Rum: Crafted from 100% sugarcane juice. Renowned worldwide for exceptional quality and innovation, setting the benchmark for the rum in the industry.
  • Joseph Cartron: Established in 1882 in Nuits-Saint-Georges, France. Famous for liqueurs made with local fruits and traditional craftsmanship, celebrated globally for its intense flavors and premium quality.

Competition Theme: Urban Oasis・Infinite Passion
This year’s TAC theme echoes the brand’s spirit, inspiring bartenders to channel passion and energy into every cocktail, delivering positive vibes and creativity.

Competition Stages

Phase 1|Preliminary Registration

  • Registration: Oct 1 (Wed) – Oct 26 (Sun), 2025 (23:59 deadline)
  • Announcement: Top 15 finalists will be revealed on Nov 12 (Wed), advancing to the Second (Bonus) Round and Final.

Phase 2|Bonus Round

  • Competition: Nov 15 (Sat) – Nov 26 (Wed), 2025
  • Task: Submit a short video of your cocktail creation and share it on Social Media
  • Results: Individual results sent via email on Dec 1, 2025 (Mon)

Phase 3|TAC Grand Final

  • Competition Date: Dec 8 (Mon), 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan
  • Announcement: Top 3 winners announced on the same day

Competition Guidelines & Full Rules → Link

Register Now and Challenge the International Stage → Link

If you have any other questions regarding the competition, please refer to “2025 TAC Q&A”

or contact us at  [email protected] or via our official LINE channel: @224gbpia.

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