MONIN Open Baltic Challenge 2026

MONIN Open Baltic Challenge 2026

About the event

MONIN Open Baltic Challenge is a unique event for young bartenders and baristas where participants compete, showcase their skills, and gain new knowledge. It also encourages young professionals to develop social and interpersonal skills, share experiences, and connect with other schools and countries. 

This is the first event of its kind, proudly organized in partnership with VESK, MONIN, LAVAZZA and SANGAIDA. A key highlight of the event is the dynamic combination of simultaneous bartender and barista competitions, creating an inspiring space for creativity, growth, and collaboration.

Date & place

Date: February 5th, 2026
Venue: VESK Business and Hospitality Training Centre
Address: Žirmūnų str. 143, Vilnius, Lithuania

Students from other European countries may participate through Erasmus+ KA1 mobility.
For details and required information, please contact VESK Project Manager: kamile.karciauskaite@vesk.lt.


INVITATION PDF

Registration

Registration is open until January 26th, 2026. The number of participants is limited. 

Contacts for registration & questions:
Mindaugas Burneika – MONIN Brand Ambassador
Phone: +370 612 76180
Email: studija@sangaida.lt

MONIN OBC COCKTAIL REGISTRATION FORM
REGISTRATION FOR TEACHERS

What’s in it for you?

For young bartenders & baristas

Share creativity, gain experience, and compete with participants from different schools and countries.bBroaden knowledge through masterclasses and presentations.

For teachers & industry professionals

Professional development through masterclasses and presentations on drink industry trends and new techniques. Opportunity to join open competitions: Cupping and Syrup Blind Tasting.

Program schedule (February 5th, 2026)

09:00–09:30 Registration of participants

09:30–10:00 Briefing for participants

10:00–11:00 Official opening + Anastasya Sudak masterclass “New cocktail-making techniques”

11:00–15:00 Competitions (Stage 1 and Stage 2) + Open area: Syrup Blind Tasting & Cupping (open to all visitors)

15:00–16:00 Stage 1: Kahoot! quiz game

16:00–17:00 Awards ceremony


ABOUT EVENT PDF

Competition Rules

All competitions are conducted according to officially approved rules to ensure fairness, transparency, and equal conditions for all participants. Competitors must follow the set time limits, ingredient requirements, and presentation guidelines. Final evaluation is based on technical skills, creativity, presentation, and overall quality of the drink.


COMPETITION RULES PDF