Calling all tequila lovers, cocktail sippers, and margarita enthusiasts. We’ve caught wind of the perfect event for you this summer. A cocktail competition is set to take over a popular East London bar for a day of margarita-fuelled revelry in an attempt to find London’s best margarita. We’re talking, of course, about the Margarita Rumble – and you’re invited to be part of the judging.
On August 25, bartenders and mixologists will descend upon Hackney Wick’s canalside bar, Two More Years, to battle it out for the ultimate glory. They’ll be serving up their cocktail concoctions, and it’s up to you to find out who serves the best margarita in town. Wander around the space and sip on a whole bunch of margaritas as live music keeps the fiesta flowing, before voting for your favourite.
At Margarita Rumble
There will be three sessions throughout the day, with tickets priced at £37.50. But don’t baulk at the price just yet – the ticket includes ALL of the margaritas you can drink. Not too bad a deal after all, eh?
And don’t sweat – the Margarita Rumble organisers know that with so many margaritas to try, you’ll need some food to line the stomach. Fortunately, Caldera will be there serving up some of their delicious pork tacos. And cult burger-slingers Lucky Chip will also be on hand with a special Mexican-themed burger for the day.
Shaking up the drinks
The entrants in the Margarita Rumble come from a range of London spots, from top Mexican restaurants to standout cocktail bars. This year’s participants include Caldera, Mestizo, Homies on Donkeys, Corrochio’s, Nine Lives, and more. And to keep it fair, they’ve standardized one ingredient – all margaritas will be made with Jose Cuervo Tradicional Silver.
Last year, London’s oldest Mexican restaurant took home the top prize. Cafe Pacifico was recognised as having the best margarita in London with their U R One In A Melon margarita riff. Shaking up the classic recipe with the addition of watermelon, pomegranate, vanilla, and mint, it was a huge hit.
No word, yet, on whether they’ll be returning to defend their title…
So, who has the best margarita in London? Head on down and find out!
Obviously, you must be 18+ to attend the Margarita Rumble. Grab your tickets here before they sell out.
Margarita Rumble will take place on August 25 at Two More Years, 7 Roach Road, Fish Island, E3 2PA. The nearest stations are Hackney Wick and Stratford.