{"id":118175,"date":"2025-03-07T16:47:57","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T16:47:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/alcohol\/bar-magazine-developing-premium-bar-excellence-10\/"},"modified":"2025-03-07T16:47:57","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T16:47:57","slug":"bar-magazine-developing-premium-bar-excellence-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=118175","title":{"rendered":"Bar Magazine | Developing Premium Bar Excellence"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Bartenders from Pan Pacific London\u2019s Ginger Lily and The Beaumont Mayfair\u2019s Le Magritte created the two winning serves.<\/em><\/p>\n
The Six Brothers Mahura Masters took place at Rosewood London\u2019s Scarfes Bar on Monday 3rd March, bringing together 17 outstanding bartenders from some of London\u2019s most esteemed venues, including luxury hotel bars, fine dining destinations, and acclaimed independent bars.<\/p>\n
Competition entrants had the unique opportunity to be among the first to craft their perfect serve using a yet-unreleased spirit. Six Brothers Mahura, the world\u2019s first commercially distilled Mahura, revives an ancient Indian spirit on the brink of its resurgence.<\/p>\n
Launching in the UK in 2025, Six Brothers Mahura is a category-first premium spirit distilled from the culturally significant Mahura flower (Madhuca Longifolia, also known as Mahua, Mahuva, Mahuda or Mhowra)<\/em> native to the forests of western and central India. Once banned under British colonial rule for a century, Six Brothers of South Seas Distilleries \u2013 one of India\u2019s oldest malt distilleries \u2013 is reviving a family legacy as the original producers of this heritage spirit.<\/p>\n
Crafted using India\u2019s oldest copper pot stills, Six Brothers Mahura blends ancient tradition with modern artistry. The spirit offers complex flavours of dried fruit, pepper, ginger, and a smooth, spicy finish, perfect for bold, sophisticated cocktails.<\/p>\n
Judging the competition, six leading voices of the drinks industry: Alice Lascelles, Douglas Blyde, Millie Milliken, Pritesh Mody, Francesco Braun and Max Venning \u2013 considered the taste, presentation, storytelling, technique and originality of each entry, ultimately selecting the two champions.<\/p>\n
The judges came together to determine\u00a0 two final winners: Wichayarat \u2018Ping\u2019 Chantawichayasuit, Bartender at Ginger Lily, Pan Pacific London<\/em><\/strong> and Giovanni Dellaglio, Head Bartender at Le Magritte, The Beaumont Mayfair<\/em><\/strong>. These joint-winning Bartenders created the top-rated cocktail\u00a0 entries out of 17 competition entrants.<\/p>\n
Ping impressed the judges with Eastern Memory<\/em><\/strong>, a striking highball that masterfully highlights Mahura\u2019s unique character. Inspired by Asian drinking traditions and the flavours of Asian cuisine, the cocktail balances the spirit\u2019s naturally sweet and savoury notes with the tropical richness of mango and the aromatic depth of basil. A house-made Sichuan pepper and red chili cordial introduces a delicate heat, while carbonated clarified mango and basil water enhances its refreshing, effervescent quality. Four drops of Sichuan pepper-infused Peychaud\u2019s bitters add layers of dry spice and anise, floating at the top of the drink to\u00a0 create a striking contrast in both flavour and appearance. Judges were captivated by its refined execution, with Millie Milliken<\/strong> praising its \u201ccomplex and beautifully aromatic nose<\/em>\u201d and \u201cnicely balanced texture<\/em>,\u201d Pritesh Mody<\/strong> commending its \u201cincredible technique and flavour delivery<\/em>,\u201d and Francesco Braun<\/strong> calling it \u201cwell balanced<\/em>.\u201d Eastern Memory<\/em> is a testament to skillful craftsmanship, allowing Mahura\u2019s depth and complexity to shine in a contemporary serve.<\/p>\n
Giovanni\u2019s winning entry was Shurat<\/em><\/strong>, a striking green serve in a tall coupe glass with a diamond-shaped clear ice rock that captivated judges with its expertly balanced flavours and elegant presentation. Kokum-infused Mahura provides a rich, aromatic base, complemented by the luscious sweetness of peach liqueur and the herbal depth of tulsi and basil syrup. Clarified lemon juice adds a bright, tangy lift, while cardamom bitters bring a warming spice that lingers on the palate. A final touch of ginger ale introduces a gentle effervescence, rounding out the drink with a refreshing finish. Praised for its \u201clovely interplay of flavours<\/em>\u201d by Pritesh Mody<\/strong>, deemed \u201cfruity, fresh and very moreish<\/em>\u201d by Alice Lascelles<\/strong>, and predicted to be a hit in London by Douglas Blyde<\/strong>, this expertly crafted cocktail is a masterclass in balance, complexity, and sophistication.<\/p>\n
Winners, Ping and Giovanni will celebrate their success with a once in a lifetime trip to India, where they will visit South Seas Distilleries and witness the Mahura tree during its annual blooming season.<\/p>\n
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