Filipino bartenders to compete in Singapore, Czech Republic
MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine Bartenders' League, a member of the International Barteders' Association, recently crowned two Filipino bartenders to represent the country in upcoming competitions in Singapore and in Czech Republic during the Bartenders Masters Series Clash of Champions at The Heritage Hotel.
Buddha Bar's Jaypee Bartolome near flawless execution of his routine and was named champion of the Flair Master Impact category. He will be competing in the Asia Pacific Bartenders Cocktail Competition in Singapore end of July. Watch his amazing performance below:
Bartolome's concoction "Pink Shiraz"
Meanwhile, Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila's Jessie Ray Clasicas displayed elegance and style on his way to becoming champion of the Fancy Cocktail Challenge category, earning the opportunity to compete in Prague, Czech Republic during the World Cocktail Championship, the highlight of the 62nd IBA Congress in August.
Jessie Ray Clasicas is on his way to the Czech Republic to represent the Philippines
Clasicas' concoction "Blazing Star"
Philippine Bartenders' League National President Mutley Matilla says that the winning bartenders will undergo further training to help them prepare for their respective competitions.
"The PBL, in its 24 years of existence, always seeks to elevate the Philippine bar service in the hospitality industry," Matilla adds. "Competitions like this one brings out the very best among our bartenders and those who display the utmost dedication towards their craft will always have support from the PBL and its sponsors. I do hope that our continuous efforts will help the Philippines be recognized as a destination for those looking for world-class drinks and top-notch bar service."
The event was sponsored by US-based Finest Call Premium Cocktail Mixes, a supporter of the PBL for the second straight year and an associate member of the IBA, and is also supported by Ocean Glassware.
