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Friday, July 22 • 3:30pm - 5:30pm
A Spirited Celebration of the Americas presented by Diageo USA and Bittered Sling

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Pan-American Potables takes guests on a tour from Western Canada to the Southern United States, mid-Mexico through to Central America, with a quick bounce to the Patagonian region of South America, all told through the story of cocktails. Lead by Bittered Sling Bitters co-owner & World Class Canada Bartender of the Year Lauren Mote, with award-winning bartenders & Diageo Reserve Brands. Music, culture, character - a celebration not to be missed!

Personalities
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Grant Sceney

Head Bartender, Fairmont Pacific Rim
Come talk to Grant al things booze related with a strong focus on quality, creativity and genuine hospitality. Grant Sceney oversees the cocktail program for the Fairmont Pacific Rim and can be found behind the bar at The Lobby Lounge. Born and raised in Melbourne Australia... Read More →
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Jonathan Chovancek

Bittered Sling Bitters
For more than 20 years, Chef Jonathan Chovancek’s abundant enthusiasm, inspired creativity and commitment to technique and locality has led to a dynamic career in some of Canada’s most celebrated restaurants, luxury resorts and catering companies. He has consulted on culinary... Read More →
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Katie Ingram

Head Bartender, L'Abattoir
Originally from Toronto, I moved out west after finishing my degree in Theatre Studies. I began to work in the industry at a bar that was attached to another cocktail bar and quickly began to fall in love with cocktails, spirits and wine. It's almost been two years since I started... Read More →
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Lauren Mote

Co-Proprietor, Bittered Sling Bitters
Mixologist. Sommelier. Architect of potions, tonics and elixirs. Accomplished emcee, writer and cocktail judge. International spirits diplomat. Award-winning bar personality Lauren Mote wears many hats, but she’s perhaps best known as the co-proprietor of Bittered Sling— a... Read More →
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Sabrine Dhaliwal

Bar Manager, UVA Wine & Cocktail Bar
Armed with an exhaustive knowledge of cocktail lore, a penchant for holding court behind the pine and a reputation for shaking up unique, elegant-yet-funky twists on traditional drinks, Sabrine Dhaliwal has quickly established herself as a top-shelf talent recognized not just in her... Read More →
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Urban Bar

Urban Bar has been designing market leading bar and glassware for the hospitality and drinks industry for over 30 years.Our aim is to produce shapes that enhance the pleasure and enjoyment of the drinking experience.We offer machine and handmade glasses and a comprehensive range of... Read More →
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Walter Caesar

Since its introduction in 1969, the Caesar has truly been Canada’s cocktail. Yet, the vast majority of Caesars are made with a watery mix containing added MSG, colouring, and high-fructose corn syrup.For us, that’s a problem. So we made Walter. Proudly crafted in small batches... Read More →

Sponsors
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Ketel One Vodka

Ketel One Vodka, Diageo Reserve Brand
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Tanqueray No. 10 Gin

Named after the still number of its origin, Tanqueray No. TEN gin is an homage to the passion and attention to detail that Charles Tanqueray stood for. Crafted with the perfect martini in mind, the fresh citrus fruits of No. Ten perfectly complement and capture the exquisite essence... Read More →
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World Class

This is World Class. Glamour, sophistication and fantastic cocktail creation, with unforgettable drinks and memories.The world’s greatest mixologists compete throughout the year in the industry’s most respected bartender competition, judged by bartending luminaries – and you... Read More →


Friday July 22, 2016 3:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Conti Corner Suite at the Royal Sonesta Hotel