Feb. 27, 2025

The Mash Madness competition in downtown Sioux Falls is going beyond beer this year.

The ninth annual craft brewery competition starts Saturday and is adding two categories: craft cocktails and craft nonalcoholic drinks.

Four breweries are competing in the craft beer category, 19 bars are signed up to compete in craft cocktails and eight restaurants, including coffee shops, are signed up in the nonalcoholic category.

The contest runs all month. Like the Downtown Burger Battle, participants vote using the DTSF app. Categories include aroma, balance of taste and flavor, creativity, overall beverage experience and “Would you order this drink again?”

This year’s competition is sponsored by high-speed fiber internet provider Bluepeak.

For information about Mash Madness, including a list of participating businesses and details on how to participate, visit dtsf.com.