August 4th, 2023

House Sponsor: $500

House sponsors will receive social media promotion, 2 free t-shirts at the event, a live shoutout the day of the event, and 4 drink passes (5 samples each) 

Top Shelf Sponsor: $1,000

Top Shelf sponsors will receive social media promotion, 4 free t-shirts at the event, a live shoutout the day of the event with mic time (if desired), sponsor table with company information (if desired, must provide your own table information, table will be provided for you), and 4 VIP drink passes (free sample from each competitor) 

• Setup time will begin at 4:30pm and close at 6:30pm. You will not be allowed to set up if you arrive after 5:30pm. 

Premier Sponsor: SOLD

Premier sponsor will receive social media promotion, 4 free t-shirts at the event, a live shoutout the day of the event with mic time (if desired), sponsor table with company information (if desired, must provide your own table information, table will be provided for you), 4 VIP drink passes (free sample from each competitor), company logo on all VIP drinking glasses + largest logo on event t-shirt.

TO BECOME A SPONSOR 

Contact burgcocktailmasters@gmail.com with the following information:

• Company/Entity Name
• Sponsorship Level 
• Name of Contact
• Phone Number
• Email Address
• A PDF or EPS file of your logo.

Please make checks payable to “South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Foundation” with a memo of: “SCM Sponsor” and send to South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Foundation (mailing PO BOX 7577, Columbia, SC 29202).

DEADLINE TO APPLY: JULY 14TH, 2023

Vendor Information:

You must apply to be accepted. Spots are limited. Apply soon!

Setup time will begin at 5:30pm and close at 6:30pm. You will not be allowed to set up if you arrive after 6:30pm. Please remain until 10pm.

• No power will be provided.
• On day of event, spots will be given based on a first come, first serve basis.
• There is no cost to be a vendor. 
• Alcoholic beverages are not permitted for sale. 
• Business must be located in Spartanburg County, SC. 

To Apply: 

Email:  burgcocktailmasters@gmail.com

Please email with the following information:

• First / Last Name
• Business Name
• Brief Description of items being sold
• Phone Number
• Email

DEADLINE TO APPLY: JULY 14TH, 2023

Benefits:

• One free drink pass (5 tastings)  
• One free t-shirt
• Support a local non profit and show your love for local restaurants and businesses 

Duties:

Volunteers could be positioned at any of the following stations: Parking, tickets, setup, and breakdown. If you prefer a certain position please let us know when applying. 

• Arrive at 5:30pm & stay until 10pm.
• Must be 21 years of age and show ID
• Must wear a designated volunteer t-shirt. Please provide t-shirt size.  

What To Expect:

Cocktail Master’s will need help setting up and breaking down tables, vendor booths, sponsor booths, judge’s tables, event signage, and directing traffic. You may also be asked to pass out waters, and other event information. 

Please drink responsibly, as you will represent our event’s professionalism. 

Above all, we encourage you to HAVE FUN!

To Apply: 

Email:  burgcocktailmasters@gmail.com

Please email with the following information:

• First / Last Name
• Date of Birth
• T-shirt Size
• Phone Number
• Email
• Preferred Position (please remain flexible! 🙂)

*Police officers will be on duty during the event 

*Please bring your ID the day of the event or you will not be able to participate / volunteer

DEADLINE TO APPLY: JULY 14TH, 2023

• Must be TIPS certified.
• Setup time will begin at 4:30pm and close at 6:30pm. You will not be allowed to set up if you arrive after 5:30pm. 
• No power will be provided.
• Spots will be given based on a first come, first serve basis. 
• Bring cocktail ingredients / garnishes to serve 200 sample pours of no more than 2 oz each. *3.5 oz cups will be provided. Titos Vodka / Bourbon will be provided at the event – please arrive early so you can make your cocktails on site before judges begin at 6:30pm.
• Competitors must choose between serving a Vodka or Bourbon based cocktail tasting at time of registration.
• Bring an Ice/ Cooler/ Cocktail Decanter/ Pitcher for serving.
• Bring a display for your table that represents your business & your cocktail. One folding table and black table cloth will be provided. Display is counted in the judging process.
• A list of cocktail ingredients in case of allergens is mandatory; this could be incorporated into your display, but must be showing at all times. 
• Promotional items if desired (no sales).
• OPTIONAL: Provide an extra mocktail option to be eligible for the People’s Choice Awards. 

What To Expect:

Parking: Parking will be available for unloading; then please plan to move your vehicle to an adjacent parking lot until clean up after the event.

Judging Criteria: A Judges’ Panel Award will be given based on the following criteria: 

• PRESENTATION: Booth Decoration & Cocktail Appearance
• CREATIVITY: Originality & Uniqueness of Drink
• BALANCE: Of Taste/ Aroma/ Character
• NAME: Relevance & Appeal

5 points possible for each category for a max of 20. 

A People’s Choice Award will be given to the competitor whose mocktail drink gets the most votes from the event guests. One vote per guest. 

To Register: 

Please email burgcocktailmasters@gmail.com with the following information:

• Business Name
• Business Address
• Contact Person/ Featured Bartender
• Photo and short bio of bartender
• EPS or PDF file of your logo
• Contact Phone Number
• Contact Email
• Vodka or Bourbon Based Drink? 

Mocktail option for People’s Choice Award? Y/N

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: JULY 14TH, 2023

*Acknowledgement: Batch cocktails and garnishes are entered at the participant’s cost. Sales from participants are prohibited.