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Mixology experience spice up chilly gin festival

The Grand Palm Hotel Gin experience the fun and excitement to guests on Saturday despite the bad weather PICS: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
The Grand Palm Hotel Gin experience the fun and excitement to guests on Saturday despite the bad weather PICS: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Sometimes bad weather would not stop an event from bringing the fun and excitement to guests and this was the case this past Saturday at the Grand Palm Hotel Casino Convention Resort Gin Experience. While drinking Gin in a chilly weather can be discomforting for some, the excitement was spiced up by the 100% interactive mixology competitions.

It was not just a competition for goodies but an experience that taught participants the art of mixing delicious and well-balanced cocktails. During these experiences, people made cocktails and mixologists delivered the verdict on each of the cocktails made.

The competition created fun experiences that facilitated socialising while mixing drinks that suit palates. It also celebrated essence and gave guests of all backgrounds the chance to explore exciting flavours, and celebrate the incredible Gin industry.

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