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36 participants representing 12 companies took part in Rockland Mix Masters: Corporate Edition
Colombo witnessed a spirited celebration of creativity and camaraderie at the grand finale of the inaugural Rockland Mix Masters: Corporate Edition, where CAL emerged as the champions. Conceptualised by the Rockland Group, the initiative goes beyond the glass bringing together professionals from diverse industries to explore the art of cocktail-making while fostering teamwork and knowledge-sharing.
In the individual category, Basil Devadasan from CAL took home the Best Cocktail Award, while Madhumal Gunetileke from Zone 24x7 and Dilshan Peiris from NDB Wealth were named first and second runners-up respectively.
In the group category, CAL claimed the top spot, followed by Hayleys PLC and INSEE Cement, who were awarded first and second runners-up.
Rockland Distilleries Managing Director Amal de Silva Wijeyeratne noted: “One of the reasons we created Rockland Mix Masters was to build a platform for knowledge-sharing and to give professionals a fun introduction to the world of mixology. The culture at Rockland has always been about trying new and fun things. I often say we’re a group of misfits—curious, creative, and always ready to experiment. This very spirit is what led to the birth of Rockland Mix Masters.”
The first masterclass of the competition was held at Studio R, Rockland Group’s head office, with 12 companies and 36 participants taking part. Participating organisations included Brandix, CAL, Flora Food Group, Hayleys PLC, INSEE Cement, Mastercard, NDB Wealth, Port City Colombo, Surge, Sysco Labs, Unilever and Zone 24x7.
Rockland Mix Masters – Corporate Edition marks a new chapter in nurturing Sri Lanka’s cocktail culture fostering collaboration across industries, inspiring creative expression, and shaping the future of the island’s growing mixology scene.
Hayleys named first runner-up in the Group Category
Rockland Group Managing Director Amal de Silva Wijeyeratne addressing the audience
Main judges (from left): Beverage Consultant Ashendra Hirdaramani, Jetwing Hotels Managing Director Dmitri Cooray, and Hilton Colombo Director – Food and Beverage Kapila Mohotti
INSEE Cement named second runner-up in the Group Category
CAL emerged as winners of the inaugural Rockland Mix Masters: Corporate Edition
