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Mixologist Chris Amirault says, "I'm excited to compete next to some of my friends, colleagues and people that I look up to. There is no better sponsor to have than Blue Chair Bay and this whole thing is for a great cause!" Chris Amirault: Blue Chair Bay Rum Conceived and created by recording artist Kenny Chesney, Blue Chair Bay Rum captures the spirit of the Caribbean in a beautiful bottle. Distilled and aged 100 meters from the beach, Blue Chair Bay's White, Coconut and Spiced Coconut rums transport you to white sands, blue waters and sunshine. What the Mixologist Loves: "I love that this is a unique product and that Kenny Chesney truly created it and has taken part every step of the way. It has a wonderful flavor profile." Blue Chair Holiday *batched recipe ◗ 45 oz. pecan-infused coconut cream ◗ 22 oz. fresh coconut water ◗ 20 oz. Blue Chair Bay White Rum ◗ 6 oz. Blue chair Bay White Coconut Rum ◗ 6 egg whites ◗ 6 egg yolks ◗ 3 heavy pinches of cinnamon ◗ 6 dashes angostura bitters ◗ 6 oz. heavy cream ◗ ¾ cup of brown cane sugar ◗ 16 oz. amontillado sherry ◗ Garnish with fresh cream, nutmeg and a cinnamon stick. William Perbellini: Tequila Pasión de Mujer This pink ultra-premium tequila will remain on your mind for days, even weeks, at a time. A precise, secret formula of ingredients gives this stunning spirit its unique color, taste and aroma. Tequila Pasión de Mujer has a wonderful flavor of delicate flowers, exotic fruits and sweet vanilla. What the Mixologist Loves: "Tequila Pasión de Mujer is very attractive and sexy. It is smooth and elegant and makes a great addition to many cocktails." Pearbellini ◗ 2 oz. Tequila Pasión de Mujer ◗ ½ oz. Marthilde Pear Liqueur ◗ ½ oz. St-Germain ◗ 1 oz. fresh lime juice ◗ 3 dashes Peychaud's bitters ◗ Fresh Bartlett pear ◗ Lemoncello spray ◗ Rose petals for garnish "This competition is a beautiful opportunity to participate and be part of this good cause," explains William Perbellini of Bar Toscana. 100 / the tasting panel / december 2013 TP1213_064-103.indd 100 11/23/13 8:35 PM