The creators of Newport, RI-based KEEL Vodka, a 58-calorie premium light spirit, is hosting statewide contest to find its inventive signature drink, “The Even KEEL.”  The company is looking for local bartenders and fans of the light spirit to submit photos and recipes now until September 2^nd to KEEL Vodka for consideration and chance to win a grand prize. Local bartenders and KEEL fans in Rhode Island are invited to showcase their drink-making skills to invent a “delicious, KEEL-based beverage with an innovative twist.”

The contest will use social media and tag KEEL Vodka (@KEELVodka, /KEELVodka) on creations on Facebook and Twitter. Once submitted, the creation will shared on KEEL’s Facebook and Twitter pages showcasing the name of the bar/club/restaurant, the name of the bartender and a photo of the drink with the recipe.

The winner will have their drink featured as the brand’s signature beverage and receive two tickets to a 2013 New England Patriots home game and more. All submissions must be emailed to info@keelvodka.com by September 2, 2013. Submission guidelines and contest rules are available on KEEL’s website at keelvodka.com/the-even-keel-contest.

 Read more about the company in the September issue of The Rhode Island Beverage Journal. KEELis available in Rhode Island via M.S. Walker.