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Image courtesy of the Queen Mary.<\/em><\/p>\n The Queen Mary has added the first-ever Mixology Dinner and Competition, to take place on August 27, to the ship\u2019s already-successful Barrel Dinner Series, composed of several five-course meals each paired with a different liquor designed to match the fare’s flavor profile and culinary concept.<\/p>\n Four mixologists will be selected to leave an impression on guests\u2019 palates by using premium spirits to make their own creative concoctions. Each cocktail connoisseur will pair their drink with a selected dinner course by Queen Mary\u2019s Executive Chef, Todd Henderson. Diners, participating as judges, will rate each competitor on showmanship, taste and look of the cocktail and the flavor profile of the pairing.<\/p>\n The drool-worthy menu will feature potato latkes with smoked trout, braised pork belly and grits, caramelized black cod with salted apricot and opera terrine with golden stracciatella.<\/p>\n \u201cWe’ve already had very successful dinners with Jack Daniel’s, Rum and Tequila,\u201d said Assistant Food & Beverage Director, Hamed Anwari. \u201cThe Mixology Dinner was added to the lineup because we wanted to present a dinner that utilized all the spirits in a creative way.\u201d<\/p>\n He added, \u201cCompeting bartenders have a chance to do what they love and showcase their mixology skills to a group of enthusiasts…as well as represent where they work as bartenders.\u201d<\/p>\n The evening will begin in the historic Queen\u2019s Salon with welcome cocktails, hors d\u2019oeuvres and will culminate with cigars, dessert and the awarding of a $2,000 cash prize to the winning mixologist. Guests will not only experience a fantastic, expertly-paired meal, but a fun dining experience and an interactive show.<\/p>\n Professional bartenders can still apply for a chance to be selected to compete during the Mixology Dinner. Applications are due on Friday, August 7.<\/p>\n For more information about the Mixology Dinner and to purchase tickets, click here<\/a>. 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