Battle of the Bartenders 2025 Championship:
Final Showdown on December 8 at Links Club
After 22 weeks of spirited competition, the Battle of the Bartenders returns for its 2025 championship round on Monday, December 8 at the Links Club in Carmel-by-the-Sea. The final match will determine which mixologist claims the title, $1,000 cash and their name engraved on the cherished Martini Trophy currently bearing last year’s champion, Radiance Weaver of LaLa Grill at Del Monte.

The Finalist are Renee Balducci, owner of Honey & Rose Mobile Bartending versus Andrew Weld, bartender of the Salty Seal on Cannery Row.

Launched in late January and running through November, the Battle of the Bartenders covered four regions: Carmel-by-the-Sea, Carmel & Beyond, Monterey and the newly added Pacific Grove / Pebble Beach rounds. Over the course of the season contestants crafted signature cocktails, were tested on classics like margaritas and espresso martinis, and inventive drinks featuring sponsored spirits such as Teeling Whiskey, Codigo Tequila, Eden Mills Gin and Lalo Tequila.

Purchase online www.linksclubgolf.com for $35 ($45@the door)which includes admission, 6 tasters & cultivated snacks.