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Cocktail Classic returns to NewBo City Market
May. 21, 2025 6:15 am
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NewBo City Market’s signature annual celebration is back.
The Cocktail Classic returns on May 27 at 7 p.m., where mixologists from the Corridor’s top bars and restaurants will compete for the title of Cocktail Classic Champion and the people’s choice for best drink.
All cocktails will be crafted with Cedar Ridge Distillery’s Bagger Vodka.
This year’s event features a “Signature Soundtrack Edition” theme, where mixologists will craft cocktails with inspiration from a legendary music album. This year’s competitors include:
- Basix
- Black Sheep Social Club
- Copper Boar American Pub
- Crosby’s
- The District CR
- Field Day Brewing Company
- The hip-stir
- The Ideal Theater and Bar
Tickets are available from Eventbrite for $60. Attendees must be 21 or older.
Comments: Features reporter Elijah Decious can be reached at (319) 398-8340 or elijah.decious@thegazette.com.
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