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Spice Cocktail Competition

This story was posted 7 years ago
15 December 2014
in General News
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The week was off to an exciting and thrilling start as the island’s top bartenders prepared to battle it out for the coveted title and bragging rights of Grenada’s #1 Bartender at the Spice Cocktail Competition under the banner of the 2nd Pure Grenada Nutmeg Spice Festival.

Nine finalists from various hotels, bars and independents participated in the competition on 8 December 2014, which was held by Festival Sponsor, Prickly Bay Marina in conjunction with Westerhall Rums. The rules outlined for the competition were designed to test the contender’s skills in presentation, time management, sanitation, taste, the creative use of spices and their engagement with the audience.

Darren Turner – Managing Director of Prickly Bay, was enthusiastic about the great turnout for the event and the keen participation from the bartenders. “It’s truly heartening to see the turnout this evening. Hosting this venture has been a rewarding experience for Prickly Bay Marina in supporting the Pure Grenada Nutmeg Spice Festival and Grenada’s tourism and agricultural product.” he commented.

One of the award-winning cocktails – Passion of Spice
One of the award-winning cocktails – Passion of Spice

Each bartender was given twelve minutes to mix six cocktails — rum-based, vodka-based and non-alcoholic — for judging, in keeping with the rules of the competition. The many creative and tantalizing drinks whipped up by the contestants included, Nutmeg Jumbo, Nutmeg Cooler which included a combination of rum and beer; and Apple-nut Fizz, which resembled cider.

Damon DuBois – Marketing Manager for Westerhall Rums and joint coordinator of the competition commented, “This competition gave bartenders a medium to really showcase what they can do in their profession. It puts their creativity and skill to the test, whilst under ‘pressure’ to wow the judges and the audience. Grenadians have tremendous talent as seen by the multi-fusion of cocktails on display. Westerhall Rums is happy to actively support this art form in any way we can.”

The competition was very close leaving judges hard-pressed to make a final decision. However, at the end of the night, Karen Morris of Coyaba Beach Resort captured first place, with three award-winning cocktails: Pure Spice (non-alcoholic); Cool Breeze, vodka-based with refreshing cucumber; and Passion of Spice, which was described by judge Pam Conover as “dessert in a glass”.

Karen Morris of Coyaba accepts her 1st place prize
Karen Morris of Coyaba accepts her 1st place prize

Mickeyel Gordon representing True Blue Bay Resort, winners of the very first competition, placed second with the Nutty Rocker Punch, Nutmeg Jumbo and Nutmeg Delight, whilst third and fourth place were awarded to Rudel Augustus of Coyaba Beach Resort and Niasha Baldeau, an independent contender. Prizes were awarded to the top four places compliments LIAT, the Caribbean Airline.

The Nutmeg Spice Festival and the numerous activities held under its banner, owe their successes to the support of sponsors: Caribbean Export, Cash Wiz, CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank, GrenAdapts, GHTA, Compete Caribbean, MNIB, Prickly Bay Marina, Grenada Tourism Authority, Spice Island Beach Resort, True Blue Bay Resort, Wave Crest, Westerhall Rums, Digicel, GRENLEC, Republic Bank, Grenada Cooperative Bank, GCNA, Kalinago Beach Resort, Mt Cinnamon Resort and AllyDay Creative Projects.

The many cocktails featured at the competition, can be ordered at the various competing restaurants and bars by persons wishing to sample the exquisite flavours, produced by Grenada’s top bartenders. The success of the Pure Grenada Nutmeg & Spice Cocktail Competition ensures it will remain prominent feature in subsequent Festivals.

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