"The Road to Jerez competition invited bartenders to create unique cocktails using Rieger Kansas City Whiskey, a spirit remarkable for its finish of Oloroso sherry. The five regional winners are: KANSAS CITY WINNER: Zachary Snyder (Aspen, CO | Hooch Aspen) - A Dame to Kill For; ORLANDO WINNER: Parker Jochum (Orlando, FL | The Edison at Disney Springs) - Heartland Solera; D.C. WINNER: Delsin Richardson (Baltimore, MD | Dutch Courage & Traveling Libations) - Venecia's Tribute; CHICAGO WINNER: AJ Barbosa (Chicago, IL | Bisous Chicago) - The Southwest Chief; LOS ANGELES WINNER: Aleka K. Ross (San Francisco, CA | Kona's Street Market) - Sherry Beneath My Wings."
"J. Rieger & Co., a Kansas City distillery with a rich pre-Prohibition history, has announced the five regional winners of their inaugural Road to Jerez Cocktail Competition. This nationwide event not only highlights the connection between sherry and American whiskey but also honors the artistry of bartenders across the country. As these finalists gear up for the grand finale in New York City on June 8th during Bar Convent, we delve into the stories behind their winning cocktails and the impact of this competition on the bartending community."
"Starting in Kansas City, Zachary Snyder's cocktail, A Dame to Kill For, exemplifies a refined mountain-town approach. His submission stood out for its balance and structure, showcasing the depth of Kansas City Whiskey. With experience at notable Kansas City bars, Snyder's creativity reflects the essence of a community that values craftsmanship."
"In sunny Florida, Parker Jochum took home the title with Heartland Solera. His cocktail layers Kansas City Whiskey with sherry and fermentation to mirror the solera system's e"
J. Rieger & Co., a Kansas City distillery with pre-Prohibition roots, announced five regional winners of the Road to Jerez Cocktail Competition. The event asked bartenders to build original cocktails using Rieger Kansas City Whiskey, known for an Oloroso sherry finish. The regional champions are Zachary Snyder in Kansas City with “A Dame to Kill For,” Parker Jochum in Orlando with “Heartland Solera,” Delsin Richardson in D.C. with “Venecia’s Tribute,” AJ Barbosa in Chicago with “The Southwest Chief,” and Aleka K. Ross in Los Angeles with “Sherry Beneath My Wings.” The finalists will compete in a grand finale in New York City on June 8 during Bar Convent, emphasizing the connection between sherry and American whiskey and celebrating bartending craftsmanship.
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