# Event Details

- **Event Name**: HYPE x Hartford Taste - The Cocktail Classic
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: HYPE x Hartford Taste present The Cocktail Classic—a live cocktail competition and summer happy hour in the heart of downtown. Bartenders from Wood-n-Tap, The Foundry, and Hartford Flavor Company will craft signature cocktails as they compete for the title of best seasonal cocktail. Judges will score each creation on taste and balance, creativity, presentation and storytelling.

Then the party keeps going. Enjoy a summer happy hour hosted with Wood-n-Tap, games from Mohegan Sun and the chance to soak in the energy of downtown during one of the city’s signature events. Expect good people, cold drinks, incredible food and all the local flavor that makes summer in Hartford the place to be.

Bartenders:

The Foundry, Logan Maccarone

Hartford Flavor Company, Sal Vega

Wood N Tap, Mike Knusden

Judges:

Amir Johnson, Director of External Relations & Programs, The iQuilt Partnership

Shannon Frost, Director of Marketing Operations, City of Hartford

Kathleen Roche, Founder & Content Creator for Connecticut Bucket List

Connor Martin, Mayor of East Hartford

This event is 21+ only.

Thank you to our media partner, NBC Connecticut and Telemundo.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hartford/hype-x-hartford-taste-the-cocktail-classic/200030121347643
- **Event Categories**: contests, parties, entertainment, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 22

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Hartford
- **state**: CT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Trumbull St, Hartford, CT, United States
- **lat**: 41.76781
- **long**: -72.67548
- **full address**: Trumbull St, Hartford, CT, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is HYPE x Hartford Taste - The Cocktail Classic being held?
  - **A:** HYPE x Hartford Taste - The Cocktail Classic takes place on Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Trumbull St, Hartford, CT, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing HYPE x Hartford Taste - The Cocktail Classic?
  - **A:** HYPE x Hartford Taste - The Cocktail Classic is organized by HYPE (Hartford Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs).
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** HYPE x Hartford Taste - The Cocktail Classic is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hartford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If HYPE x Hartford Taste - The Cocktail Classic sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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