After a successful debut at the Bengaluru exhibition, FHW Goa 2016 saw the second edition of the Mixology Championship. The competition saw great participation from bartenders and mixologists who got an opportunity to showcase their professional skills By Saloni Bhatia
One of the new age skills in the hospitality industry is the art of mixology. A championship was organised at FHW Goa 2016 to showcase this upcoming career alternative. The live session soon gathered huge crowd as the bartenders created their drinks. The challenge was to blend the flavours of Goa in a drink. Judges included Mohammad Ali, mixologist, Academy of Bartending and Karl Fernandes, reserve brand ambassador, United Spirits. A total of 22 participants presented their skills to the panel who judged them on presentation, flavours and uniqueness in style.
Speaking about the level of participation, Ali said, “This is a great platform to showcase the mixology talent in Goa and I am thrilled to see the talent here. Panaji has huge potential and the desired skill to compete with major cities like Mumbai and Delhi. Not many events happen in the city and I thank the FHW team for bringing such an event to Goa which has given a much needed opportunity to the bartending community to showcase their skills.” Fernandes added, “The trend of mixology has picked up in the country and I am excited to see the creativity presented by the bartenders. They have been able to mix the art and skill to create something new. India needs more platforms like these where we can promote such talent and provide them with the much needed motivation.”
Vanlalnghaka, bartender, Hard Rock Hotel, Goa won the gold along with a distinction in mixology. Commenting on his win, he stated, “A lot of people can be bartenders, but it is difficult to create something different. I created a drink with a pinch of Goan culture which was appreciated by the judges. I am grateful to this platform for giving us an opportunity to perform our skills.”
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