International Zero Proof Competition
Spirit Without Spirits. Innovation Without Limits.
Welcome to the International Zero Proof Competition, hosted by the India Bartenders’ Guild — a global platform that redefines the art of cocktail creation with conscious, non-alcoholic craftsmanship. This isn’t just a competition; it’s a movement toward flavor-forward, sustainable, and mindful mixology.
IBG Championships 2025 – Making History in Indian Bartending
August 2025 will be remembered as a turning point for the Indian bartending community. The India Bartenders’ Guild (IBG) brought together innovation, artistry, and unmatched talent through a remarkable series of competitions held across Greater Noida and Goa. With India’s first-ever Zero Proof Cocktail Competitions and a spectacular Flair Challenge, the series set a new benchmark for what bartending in India stands for today—and where it’s headed tomorrow.
The Journey Begins – Greater Noida, 4th August
The series kicked off at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, where bartenders from across the nation came forward to showcase their creativity in a zero-proof format—crafting sophisticated, flavorful, and alcohol-free cocktails that represented the future of mindful mixology.
Winners: 1st – Deepika Shukla, 2nd – Manu Kwatra, 3rd – Arun Kumar Yadav
Goa Turns the Spotlight – 10th August
At the iconic Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Panaji, the energy soared as the second Zero Proof Competition took the stage. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and consumer-ready concepts, this event brought a tropical twist to the zero-proof revolution.
Winners: 1st – Chetan Choramule, 2nd – Bhuvan Tendolkar, 3rd – Rohit Raghunath Ghadi
Flair in Full Swing – 11th August
The series reached its crescendo with the Flair Challenge Goa, presented by BarJockey and supported by IBG. From high-flying bottles to gravity-defying performances, flair bartenders turned the stage into a spectacle of precision, rhythm, and showmanship.
Winners: 1st – Ravi Varma, 2nd – Gagan Arora, 3rd – Rahul Ganpat Rasal
Why This Series Matters
This wasn’t just about trophies—it was about transformation. The IBG Championships 2025 provided a platform for:
India’s first-ever zero-proof movement, introducing a new culture of alcohol-free innovation.
Flair bartending excellence, inspiring a new generation of performance bartenders.
National and international exposure, connecting rising stars with global opportunities.
Networking, learning, and celebration, uniting the bar, beverage, and hospitality sectors.
A Milestone for the Future
The success of the IBG Championships 2025 reinforces India’s growing influence on the global bartending map. With hundreds of participants, celebrated brands, and passionate audiences, this series not only celebrated the craft but also shaped the next chapter of mixology and flair artistry in the country.