Monin Cup Cyprus 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION
THE MONIN CUP IS BACK FOR ITS 8TH EDITION IN 2026!
The MONIN Cup is a competition dedicated to young bartenders. It takes place in several stages, at national, regional and then international level. The aim of the MONIN Cup is to give young bartenders the opportunity to challenge themselves in a professional competition.
2026 THEME: *TIMELESS-TWISTS_
A Bartending Competition Bridging Past and Future!
Look to the past for inspiration—revive forgotten flavours, honour time-tested techniques, and explore the stories behind iconic serves. Then, channel your creativity into reimagining them for today and tomorrow. Whether you’re infusing a local tradition with a modern spin, or transforming a classic recipe, your challenge is to create a drink that captures the soul of the past—while pushing boundaries, incorporating modern tools and skills.
Innovation can take many forms. It could mean using contemporary ingredients, exploring new methods of presentation, new techniques… The key is to modernize in a way that feels authentic, creative, and exciting.
Respect tradition, but don’t be afraid to rework it. The future belongs to those who dare to twist the familiar into something fresh, forward-thinking, and unforgettable.
CALENDAR & DEADLINES
Location: A&S Xinaris Studio
Registration Deadline: 25/3/2026
Local Final Competition Date: 29 April 2026
Regional Final Competition: 26th of October 2026, London
World Final Competition: 8-9th of December 2026, Paris
REGISTRATION
Registration form to be submitted to l.stratis@xinaris.net – 2026 Monin Cup Registration form
COMPETITOR CODE OF CONDUCT
The organizing committee requires that all competitors will be honest in their behaviour and will respect the rights, opinions, and culture of fellow competitors and all others involved in the competition.
A competitor is an ambassador not only for the bar/school they are representing, but also for the bartender craft. A competitor's interaction with the public, as well as other professionals, reflects greatly on the global bartender community. Please respect this responsibility.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION
For each competitor to take part in the competition, all the following criteria must be met:
- Competitors should be either professional bartenders or students from bar schools.
- The age limit to participate in the MONIN Cup Finale is 27 years old (Candidates born in 1999 or after).
- All competitors attending the Regional Finale and World Finale must be able to speak and present their drinks in English. From the Regional Finale, all tests and competition process will be held in English.
Please review the Full version of RULES & REGULATIONS. For any enquiries please contact l.stratis@xinaris or call at +357 99322480