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Taste of Place Competition

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
6:30pm to 11:00pm

Woodwork
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June
16

Moonlight Cocktail Club returns with a special-edition competition presented in collaboration with From the Wild and Explore Edmonton, as part of the 2026 Taste of Place Summit. This one-night event brings together some of the region's most creative drink-makers to explore what it truly means to capture a taste of place in a glass.

This competition challenges participants to create cocktails rooted in regional terroir, highlighting wild and local ingredients that reflect the landscapes and ecosystems of Northern Alberta.

Rather than simply assembling "locally produced" components, competitors are encouraged to dig deeper: sourcing ingredients that genuinely grow here, and building drinks that tell a story about place, seasonality, and connection to the land.

The Format

The evening will follow a familiar MCC flow:

  • Happy Hour + Feature Menu
    Arrive early and enjoy a curated selection of offerings from the Woodwork team.

  • Live Cocktail Competition
    Finalists will take the stage to present and prepare their cocktail for a panel of judges from From The Wild.

  • Post-Event Hangout
    Stick around after the competition to connect with industry folks, competitors, and fellow guests.

Woodwork

10132 100 Street NW
Edmonton, AB, T5J 0N8