Lagos Cocktail Week 2025: Where mixology meets innovation

….as Lord’s Dry Gin Lights Up Event

The 11th edition of Lagos Cocktail Week (LCW) delivered an unforgettable
celebration of Nigeria’s vibrant cocktail culture, as thousands of enthusiasts
gathered at the Balmoral Convention Center, Federal Palace Hotel, from Oct.
23–24 for two days of mixology, music, and immersive experiences.

One of the festival’s standout attractions was the lively Cocktail Village, where
one of the key brand partners, Lord’s London Dry Gin, brought unique
experiences that drew crowds with high-energy entertainment, including live
salsa performances, DJ sets, and interactive tasting sessions.

Attendees were invited to mix their own cocktails, solve timed gin-themed puzzles, and explore digital menus via QR codes printed on their cups.

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A major highlight of the event was the Bar Battle, a thrilling live competition
that showcased some of Nigeria’s most talented mixologists. The contest kept
the audience on edge as participants demonstrated creativity, precision, and
flair behind the bar.

“This year’s Lagos Cocktail Week wasn’t just about drinks; it was about people,
creativity, and culture,” said Valentine Dibia, Digital Marketing and PR
Mananger at Nigeria Distilleries Limited.
Now in its 11th year, Lagos Cocktail Week continues to strengthen its reputation as a key platform for mixologists, hospitality professionals, and enthusiasts driving the growth of West Africa’s beverage and nightlife culture.

About Lagos Cocktail Week (LCW)
Founded in 2014 by Lara Rawa, Lagos Cocktail Week is Nigeria’s premier
cocktail and beverage festival, designed to celebrate the country’s growing
mixology scene and foster innovation across the hospitality industry.

Lord’s London Dry Gin, produced by Nigeria Distilleries Limited, is one of the
country’s leading spirits. Known for its refined taste and timeless appeal, it
reflects a fusion of craftsmanship and contemporary sophistication.

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha is the Aviation Correspondent at BusinessDay Media Limited, publishers of BusinessDay Newspapers. She is also the Deputy Editor, BusinessDay Weekender Magazine, the Saturday Weekend edition of BusinessDay. She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos. As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender. She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies. Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the 'Aviation Writer of the Year' Category. She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category. She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations. Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.