CALLING ALL BARTENDERS FOR THE TIO PEPE CHALLENGE 2022
The Tio Pepe Challenge is back and open for entries. The world’s largest international Sherry cocktail competition will provide bartenders with an incredible experience to learn about the versatility of Sherry, its history, and wine making. Participants will be asked to demonstrate their mixology talents and submit a Sherry cocktail recipe for a chance to represent the UK in the international final in Jerez in May.
Join a Sherry Masterclass!
Online Masterclasses
Professional bartenders working in the UK are invited to register for a free online Tio Pepe Challenge masterclass hosted by Gonzalez Byass’ Global Brand Ambassador, Boris Ivan. The masterclasses will be held on the 9th,16th and 23rd February at 12pm.
Live Masterclass
There will also be a live tasting at Bar Pepito between on Monday 28th February between 1-3pm where bartenders can come and try the sherries and have a go at the venencia. You can sign up for an online or live masterclass by emailing: info@gonzalezbyassuk.com
How to Enter The Tio Pepe Challenge
For an opportunity to be selected as one of the 10 finalists competing in London in the UK final on 4th April 2022, bartenders must demonstrate their Sherry knowledge in an online test and submit their Sherry cocktail creation by 9th March 2022. Email info@gonzalezbyassuk.com to register your interest and we will send you all the details.
A Few Words From Past Winners…
Cameron Moncaster, the 2018 winner says, “The Tio Pepe Challenge is not only an exciting dive into Spanish culture, but an education in liquids that are instrumental in modern bartending. A priceless experience to be a part of.”
And 2019 winner, Giacomo Bucciarelli adds, “The Tio Pepe Challenge is a unique experience mixing incredible emotions amongst highest level professionals. Spanish culture plays big part of the liquid journey every participant goes through. Definitely a game-changing competition!!”
