HCCM GERMAN FINALISTS
30.06.2025
German Finalists

On May 26th, the spirit of Havana Club came alive in Cologne, as the vibrant Bar Botanik hosted the German national final of the Havana Club Cocktail Maestros 2025, standout trade event celebrating creativity, culture, and craftsmanship behind the bar.
Congratulations to Csaba Schneider and Eric Bergmann, the talented duo who stole the spotlight with their cocktail “Midnight Ritual”

Cuban history is deeply tied to Havana Club and the iconic Cuba Libre. Just as rum and cola became a timeless duo, Csaba and Eric expanded the idea to craft something new and exciting, a drink that bridges the past and the present.
Authentic Cuban rum, Csaba’s love for complex spices, and Eric’s passion for smoky tea and coffee, all deeply rooted in Cuban culture, come together to form an extraordinary creation. Midnight Ritual tells a story of fusion, heritage, and bold experimentation.
Their cocktail not only impressed the judges with its originality and balance but also paid tribute to the soulful rituals of Havana nights.
With this victory, Csaba and Eric now move on to the next thrilling stage: the European regional challenge, followed by the global finals. A new chapter begins for this inspired team, and we can’t wait to see how far their ritual will take them.
A heartfelt thank you to all the finalist teams, the guests, and everyone who helped bring the German final to life.
The journey continues, cheers to Cuban spirit and the magic of a well-crafted cocktail.

– 40 ml Havana 7 Años
– 20 ml Herbal lemonade syrup
– 35 ml Smokey-coffee
– 90 ml Soda water
Garnish
– Smoky coffee beans or a citrus twis