Breaking New Ground: Anggel's Share Initiates India's Debut Flor de Caña Sustainable Cocktail Contest

• Judged by Riyaaz Amlani, Priyanka Blah & Pierre Pinault at Masque on 4^th September 2023
• Celebrating Innovation, Sustainability, and the Culinary Craftsmanship of Indian Mixology

Anggel's Share, in collaboration with Flor de Caña, is set to redefine India's cocktail landscape with the groundbreaking Flor de Caña Sustainable Cocktail Competition. This remarkable event marks the inaugural edition of a competition that resonates with innovation, sustainability, and the rich tapestry of Indian mixology. As part of Flor de Caña's global initiative to promote sustainable mixology practices, this competition brings together the finest bartenders to showcase their creativity and craft. The final competition and cocktails will be judged by Riyaaz Amlani, Managing Director, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. (IEHPL), Priyanka Blah, Founder & Editor – The Dram Attic and Pierre Pinault, Area Manager - Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa of Flor de Caña Rum. The grand finale, where the spotlight will be on uniquely curated cocktails, is scheduled to take place at Masque on September 4, 2023.

Notably, this competition transcends the ordinary, demanding participants to source ingredients from their kitchens, emphasizing a conscious approach to cocktail creation. Beyond the thrilling competition, the event underscores the growing trend of sustainable cocktails, proving that environmental responsibility can harmoniously coexist with taste and innovation. Underlining the profound growth of Indian mixology, Anggel's Share, in collaboration with Flor de Caña, has championed this extraordinary competition, aligning with a global initiative that heralds a new era of responsible cocktail culture. A substantial pool of more than 25 bars entered the competition, with the spotlight now shining on the top 10 finalists representing esteemed establishments such as Akina, Koko, Masque, Perch, Slink & Bardot in Mumbai; Sidecar and Olive in Delhi; as well as Foo, 10 Speakeasy, and Zlb23 in Bangalore, as they vie for victory in the upcoming grand finals.

The winners of the India finals will be awarded prestigious titles and an array of exciting prizes, including the esteemed title of Flor de Caña's Sustainable Champion, a trophy crafted from sustainable materials, a premium bartender kit, an engraved Flor de Caña 25-year rum bottle, an invitation to the Asia Regional Finale, and an exclusive guest shift in the APAC region. Moreover, the victorious contender and runner-up of the Asia Regional Final will seize the remarkable opportunity to represent India on the global stage in the 2024 finals, hosted in Nicaragua, accompanied by their respective managers.

The judging criteria for the sustainable cocktails virtual selection are as follows:

·       Concept/Story: 20 points - Evaluate the ability to bring the cocktail's story to life.

·       Creativity: 20 points - Emphasizes the uniqueness of the cocktail.

·       Sustainable Ingredients and Components: 50 points - Judges the use of sustainable ingredients that comply with the sustainable ingredient criteria.

·       Cocktail Appearance/Photo: 10 points - Considers the visual appeal of the cocktail presentation.

About Flor de Caña Rum

Flor de Caña is a sustainably produced premium rum that’s Carbon Neutral and fair Trade certified. From an 1890 family estate, it’s distilled with 100% renewable energy and naturally aged without sugar or artificial ingredients. The brand was honored with the prestigious “Sustainability Award” during the 2020 Green Awards for its leadership in sustainable practices. www.flordecana.com. To know more about the Zero Waste Cocktail initiative, visit https://zerowastecocktails.com/

About Anggel’s Share

Commencing in 2020, the story of Anggel's Share, a prominent wine & spirits importer, unfolds—a narrative rooted in the aspiration to introduce the finest global spirits and wines to India.

With the objective of enriching the customer journey within the continuously expanding beverage sector, Anggel's Share embarked on its path by establishing collaborations with cocktail bars, upscale restaurants, and premium hotels. With the surge in both well-traveled individuals and the burgeoning community of affluent Indian consumers, Anggel's Share strives to provide convenient opportunities for accessing exceptional spirits and wines that cater to refined tastes.

Details :
Event - India's First Flor de Caña Sustainable Final Cocktail Competition

Where – Masque, Mahalaxmi 

Time – 2pm to 6pm

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