Indian Monin Cup Finals 2016

New Delhi, 4th october 2016, MONIN: Monin cup is a platform for younger and upcoming bartender to compete in creative Environment. The judging criteria is based on creativity, originality (innovation), appearance and flavour.

After a daylong competition involving creativity and craftsmanship, Talon Mac, Mukesh Patwal and Prashant Rawalia from Delhi made their way to become the finalists of the MONIN Cup 2016 from the North zone.

The finale of the Northern region was held yesterday, where the three winners beat 26 participants with their unmatched bartending skills. The participants exhibited extreme bartending knowledge and showcased their talent behind the bar by mixing great-tasting cocktails - all while tossing, balancing and flipping bottles in the air.The final winner will be chosen post a grand finale in Gurgaon on 7th Oct and will represent India at MONIN Cup 2016, France.

Mr. Ravi Kathuria - Director Business development SAARC countries said, "MONIN CUP 2016 is one of the top international competitions in India and provides a prestigious platform to the young upcoming bartending talent in our country to showcase their prowess at the global scale. The MONIN cup is part of the strategy to train , encourage and groom young talent which MONIN as a leader in beverage innovation is adopting in India and the 144 countries we operate in."

Commenting on the occasion Mr. Ashish Dubey - Managing Director, Saksham Impex said,"We are happy and proud be associated with MONIN, and organizing this cup . In past few weeks, we have witnessed the most exquisite display of first class mixology. We believe it's a huge opportunity for the next generation who are the future of bartending. The final 12 were exceptional and judges had a tough time to select the winner, however Prashant Rawaliacut the chase with his/her bartending skills. We also want to thank all our judges,especially Andrea who gave our guests some useful tips on creating fine drinks at home."