Mixxit News
11 April 2011

Aussie Wins Bols Global Competition

We are delighted to announce the winner of Bols Around the World 2011 competition! For the second time an Aussie came out on top. Winner Dan Gregory took time out from his bartending post at EDV to share his experience with us.

"One of the best times I've had in my life, from learning what is happening in other bars around the world... to Bols showing us the rich history of their liqueurs, Genever and Amsterdam"

"I hold Bols as one of the best liqueurs in the world."

"I highly recommend everyone to take part in this amazing competition, awesome chance to have a fantastic time, learn new things and further your career"

To read the full interview with Dan click here

'Where's Harry?' - Latest Winner Announced

Regular readers will know that we have an on going Where's Harry competition running. This month's winner comes in the form of a video and it is the hands down, undisputed champion! Reminding us all that bartending can still be fun. The girls from Minsky's at the Cremorne Hotel were so inspired by Mixxit they sent us a little vid that we're proud of. For a wicked Julep ask for our friends Michelle or Liz. Can you out do our north shore winners? Send us your best pic or video of you and Harry

Click here for the full video.

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Harry's sack gets around...

While the girls from Minsky's won this month's Where's Harry comp with their stellar video, I felt it only proper to share a few of the pics from around the world. Harry relaxed in Amsterdam's coffee shops, took a black cab through London, helped out with mint juleps in Kentucky and smashed his way right around Australia. Well done chaps!
Mixxit London is Here!

Mixxit London is Here!

Mixxit London goes underground in the muddy tunnels of Punch and Ale Taverns and Inns past and highlights how these olde drinks can be incorporated into the contemporary. This groundbreaking session will be launched by 'Cockney Royalty' and TV Star Wayne Collins from UK MIXXIT
Victoria Samuels and Maker's Mark cause a stir

Victoria Samuels and Maker's Mark cause a stir

Brought into the industry by the legendary Booker Noe, Victoria Samuels, Vice President of distillery operations from Maker’s Mark recently visited Sydney & Melbourne.
Our own Jared Plummer, was delighted to co-host several amazing talks, seminars and tastings. Lucky guests were captivated by Victoria who oversees and the daily tasks of running of the distillery. A lucky few had the opportunity to hand dip their own bottle of Maker’s Mark. Classic Maker’s Mark Mint Julep’s kept guests hydrated throughout the week
 
Malt Dining Brisbane Looking For A Bar Team

Malt Dining Brisbane Looking For A Bar Team

Malt Dining and Bar is a contemporary venue opening in May 2011 in one of Brisbane’s signature historical buildings. It will be the location for a 3 level cocktail and wine bar, private dining wine cellar and modern Australian bistro. Malt is in search of staff that wish to part of a progressive new dining and drinking experience. All staff should have a minimum of 2 years experience in the position they are applying for.
For any enquiries please contact me on the below email address or send your resume through with a cover letter explaining the position you are applying for.
Contact Nick Pinn, before April 18th

enquiries@maltdining.com.au

 

HURRY! HURRY! Magnificent 7 deadline!

Tick Tock Ladies and Gents... time is almost out to enter the greatest competition in the world. Already we've received a record number of outstanding entries from around Australia and you've got until Good Friday, April 22nd at 5pm to get your recipe in. Remember the 7 national finalists will be flown to Sydney and the winner is going to New York! Send us your recipe here. 

Profile Bar: The Villager, Brisbane

This new gastro bar sets the standard for Brisbane. Recently opened on the former site of Little Jumbo, The Villager is inspired by the gastro pub phenomenon in the UK, and they've got it spot on. The three level venue has a bar and bistro on street level, mezzanine dining room and cocktail bar supper club.

Service runs from 7am breakfast right through to 3am cocktails and supper which is a veritable coup for Brissie. Nice cocktial list too with a smashing Mint Julep. 

185 George Street 

(07) 3211 1300

www.thevillager.com.au

Pics of the month

Book

Cocktails by Jimmy 'late of' Ciro's

If you're interested where bartender Harry McElhone worked before Harry's have a look at this nugget. 

App

MultiConvert

You may raise an eyebrow at my choice this month, but if you want convert Drams, Dashes, Pinches and Minims behind your bar now you can. Free. Or if you're like me, you can also adjust your torque wrench from newton meters to foot pounds. Tops.

Site

Cocktail Kingdom

This site is packed with awesome tools and barware for the professional bartender. 

Hemingway says...

'These were fragrant, colorless alcohols served from cut glass-carafes in small glasses and whether they were qustsche, mirabelle or framboise they all tasted like the fruits they came from, converted into a controlled fire on your tongue that warmed you and loosened it.' 

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