With most bars around the world shut due to covid-19, bartenders are getting creative with cocktails at home. Many without their tools or a well-stocked home bar at hand.
For Canada's national Patrón Perfectionist winner, Jared Schmidt, lockdown posed an opportunity to bring together his fellow bartenders in the way of a cocktail challenge.
After being introduced to "cupboard cocktails" by his good friend Paul Reyes, Jared came up with the idea of a cocktail challenge that involved using readily available ingredients stored in your pantry, fridge or freezer. No prep required and no need to make a trip to the supermarket.
He presented the Patrón Perfectionist champions around the globe with the Patrón Pantry Challenge. Watch his film introduction.
The rules were simple:
The Patrón Perfectionists rose to the challenge. Some explored ice alternatives while others made use of more unusual ingredients. Their videos were shared on Instagram and can be found under #PatronPantryChallenge.
Explore a selection of Patrón Pantry Challenge films.
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