Launching in June 2015 and featuring eight gin brands, Graphic’s three-part tournament will educate, engage and involve members of the public and drinks experts alike.

Described as ‘The FA Cup of Gin’ The Graphic Gin Off will kick off with a draw on Tuesday 2 June, when all eight brands will gather at Graphic to be allocated their first round ‘fixtures’ and have photographs taken. Having all provided a bartender who will create one representative cocktail for participants to vote for, the brands will begin the battle with the first round, which takes place on Monday 22 June.

The brands showcasing their leading gins are:

 Sipsmith London Dry Gin

Elephant Gin

East London Liquor Company

Jameson Gin

Whitley Neill Gin

Opihr Oriental Spiced Gin

 Martine Millers

Hayman’s

Guests will be given a polling card and a welcome Gin & Tonic on arrival to the competition. A master of ceremonies will lead the evening’s action and Graphic’s in-house DJ will provide a soundtrack to the event. Following a series of summer rounds, the semi-final will take place in September where qualifiers create a new bespoke cocktail to be judged. Having whittled the contestants down, the two remaining brands will compete in the grand final in November.

Winners of this prestigious title will be awarded a specially made Copper Still Trophy and the victorious cocktail will be allocated to Graphic’s 2016 menu.

Located in Golden Square, Graphic Bar boasts London’s largest gin collection, featuring an impressive 300 plus world class gins. With The Graphic Gin Off, the bar has created an approachable and fun event that celebrates this hugely popular, diverse and constantly evolving spirit. From cocktail amateurs and spirits enthusiasts to industry’s experts and award winning mixologists, all kinds of gin lovers are invited to help decide who deserves to win this feted title.

NEED TO KNOW

Draw Date: Tuesday 2nd June, First Round, Monday 22nd June 2015 6pm-9pm

Entrance: Free. To book tickets, visit www.graphicbar.com or email info@graphicbar.com

Where: Graphic Bar, 4 Golden Square London, W1F