by Swiss Hotel Management School
The Competition
MIXIP is Switzerland's premier student cocktail competition — an exclusive showdown for the best young mixologists across Swiss hospitality schools. Mix, sip, and shine.
Schools Interested to Take Part
Registration confirmations pending — final list to follow
The Challenges
Four rounds, four different skill sets — technique, creativity, instinct, and palate. Every challenge is a chance to show what you've got.
One of three cocktail groups is drawn at random. Your job: take two of the three classics in that group and elevate them. Add modern techniques, unexpected ingredients, and creative thinking — while keeping the soul of each original drink alive.
The Day
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Industry & Institutional
MIXIP is shaped by Switzerland's finest hospitality names and industry bodies — institutions that share our commitment to excellence, craftsmanship, and the next generation of hospitality talent.
Partners & Products
Every spirit, syrup, and mixer available to you on competition day comes from one of our partners. Click through to explore recipes and get inspired for your challenges.
All contestants are expected in full black attire — black shirt, black trousers, black shoes.
On arrival, you'll be given your competition-branded MIXIP apron, provided by the organisers. Wear it with pride.
Each contestant can invite guests — classmates, friends, family, whoever you want in your corner. Guest registration opens later this spring once all contestant registrations are confirmed.
After the competition, guests and coaches are warmly invited to join the Gala Dinner to celebrate the day together.
