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Mark
McClintock, has been awarded the title
of Diageo World Class Bartender of the
Year 2021. Mark will now go on to
represent GB in the first ever fully
virtual World Class Global Final taking
place from 4th-8th July 2021.
Mark
McClintock, London, was last night
awarded the title of Diageo World Class
Bartender of the Year 2021.
This year’s GB final took place
virtually with a live awards ceremony
hosted via the World Class Facebook
page. A recording of the competition
will also be broadcast on Facebook on
April 23rd 2021 showcasing highlights
from the challenges and the
extraordinary serves created by the
talented top eight.
Despite not having a bar to call home
over the past year due to the pandemic,
Mark McClintock has achieved the Diageo
World Class Bartender of the Year 2021
title. A true testament to the
hospitality industry which has continued
to adapt and come together, Mark will go
on to represent GB in the first ever
fully virtual World Class Global Final
taking place from 4th-8th July 2021.
The GB final consisted of two key
challenges – ‘Alive with Freshness’ and
‘The Scotch Box’, designed to showcase
creativity, craft and personality using
Tanqueray No. TEN, Johnnie Walker and
Talisker.
Challenge one: ‘Alive with Freshness’ –
a test of creativity and craft, based
solely on flavour and balance.
Competitors were tasked to create two
perfectly balanced cocktails of
contrasting styles, using one magical
modifier that celebrates the whole fruit
freshness of Tanqueray No. TEN.
Challenge two: ‘The Scotch Box’ – a
challenge to create a dream whisky bar
considering all elements from the drinks
and menu style, to atmosphere and
hosting skills. Competitors had to
create a memorable guest experience for
the judges, welcoming them into their
ideal bar, sharing with them a
carbonated welcome drink using Johnnie
Walker Black Label, and a second
cocktail to draw the evening to a close,
using Talisker 10 – taking inspiration
from the natural environment of where
their dream bar would be located. The
cocktails were presented to judges
alongside a box including a menu and
playlist, plus another item of choice.
This year’s highly esteemed judging
panel included previous World Class GB
winner, Cameron Attfield, Diageo GB
Brand Ambassadors including Pippa Guy
and Jason Clark; and Sandrae Lawrence
(The Cocktail Lovers); Andy Ives (BarLife
UK); and Dan Dove (Global Bartending).
World Class Ambassador, Jo Last,
comments “All of our competitors
showcased their creativity, adaptability
and passion throughout this year’s
competition. We were blown away by the
standard they brought in this new
virtual format. Mark McClintock
showcased impeccable skills and
hospitality throughout both challenges,
presenting delicious drinks every step
of the way and we are thrilled to have
him crowned as our winner”.
Pippa Guys, adds “There have been so
many extra challenges on all the
bartenders this year, and the level of
work that our top eight put into the
challenges is simply breathtaking. Mark
has demonstrated a consistently high
quality of drinks, knowledge and
personality ever since he stepped into
the World Class programme. I can’t wait
to see him continue to develop as he
steps up to representing Great Britain
on the global stage.”
Diageo Reserve World Class GB Bartender
of the Year 2021, Mark McClintock added:
“I was not expecting this at all, in any
way shape or form! I am genuinely
shocked and so honoured to go on and
represent GB on the global stage. I am
elated to have been chosen – thank you
to all of the BAs, my fiancé India
Blanch, and those who have supported me
along the way - their advice and support
has been invaluable. I can’t wait to go
on and do everyone justice in the global
finals.”
As well as representing GB in the World
Class Global competition, Mark
McClintock, will also win:
- 12-month contract with Global
Bartending.
- WSET Level 3 Spirits Course &
Qualification – a course carefully
developed by and for professionals
working closely with spirits.
- Entry to World Class Global
Finals.
- Personalised Cocktail Kingdom
kit.
- Professional signature serve &
profile photo shoot.
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