Sunday, a few hundred folks put on their finest Hawaiian shirt, donned some colorful leis, and made their way to the Turner Hall Tiki Takedown. The sixth installment of the beloved beverage-based event brought tropical vibes, tasty tiki drinks, and hot slices of Ian’s Pizza, to the downtown ballroom.
A total of 11 Milwaukee area bars and restaurants crafted cocktails using Tiki Lovers brand rum. Each of those establishments had their drinks, their booth presentations, and their cocktail names voted on by those in attendance.
Though everyone who got to enjoy delicious rum-based beverages inside Turner Hall on an otherwise overcast spring afternoon in Milwaukee can be considered winners, here are the official winners of the 2026 Turner Hall Tiki Takedown.
Best Tiki Drink: Finks (second consecutive Tiki Master title)
Best Drink Name: The Outsider – “It’s On Like Donkey Kong”
Best Decorated Booth: Agency Cocktail Lounge
Congrats to all the winners and thanks to all who came. We’ll see you at Turner Hall for another Tiki Takedown installment next year.
