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Moon Shine Cocktail Competition 2025: A Celebration of Craft Cocktails

On November 30, 2025, Whiskey&Co., based in Shibuya, Tokyo, hosted the much-anticipated final of the Moon Shine Cocktail Competition 2025 (MSCC2025) at the sacred Mishima Taisha shrine in Mishima City. This marks the third edition of this esteemed cocktail contest, which has become synonymous with innovation and community in the craft spirits world.

This year, the competition introduced exciting new categories for its bartenders. Contestants showcased their culinary creativity using both the whiskey base Distillery Water Dragon’s Moon Shine and the younger whiskey, Little K, aged under two years. All finalists presented their cocktail masterpieces, offering an inspiring glimpse into their creative process.

The event's atmosphere exuded creativity and community spirit, as it was supported by seven sponsoring companies, including Shizuoka Bank and BIRDY. by Erik Lorincz. The backing from these reputable establishments underscores the importance of such events in promoting local culture and craftsmanship.

Champion Announcement

The bartending community was abuzz with excitement as Kiyotaka Oishi from THE HISAKA in Takadanobaba was declared the champion of the bartender category. His imaginative cocktails, crafted during the competition, were enriched by a theme of playfulness—**