![]() ![]() The show was rounded off by comedians/presenters Hadley and Lantz, with a climax including the audience singing the Happy Birthday song to Hadley. Mary Rose performed a gravity-defying Burlesque show on stilts. The margarita contest, judged on flair as well as taste, was won by Galactic Theater Sasquatch, Dave Podsnap.Īs most events centered on drinking, laughter, and connection, the schedule was running a bit behind as the clock struck nine. Kaiya Hope dominated the long-distance pour by inventing a new wine-catching move – the contest was judged on distance and spillage, as participants tried to catch wine poured by our resident stilt-walker. ![]() After multiple competitive rounds during which no one really lost track (but it was close), Steve Sharp edged out Seth Grayson in the prestigious Guinness Perfect Pint competition, judged by traveling Guinness expert Michael Reardon. Boot Black Brand Syrups and Smoke Lab Vodka also offered samples at their vendor tables, while others offered artwork, crafts, or Narcan.Īs presenters Mike Delehanty from Union Station Brewery and Alice from R1 Indoor Karting kept the awards rolling, live bartending competitions took place throughout the space. I tried a grapefruit gin and while it was great, I’m not a gin drinker and I was working very hard not to pull a face while Kim told me extensively about where they forage for different plants to naturally flavor their liquor. They offered shots of flavored vodka and gin that were going fast. I spoke to Kim from Rhodium: Rhode Island Spirits, New England’s only LGBTQ-owned distillery. Artists, healthcare workers, and distillers excitedly greeted each group who came to their table, feeding off the energy of the awards, even from the back of the space. Kirkland)įollowing the performance there was an opportunity to meander, chat with bartenders, and visit some of the vendor tables. Amy the Mime “pouring” a drink for a thirsty patron. Moving in the opposite direction, a mime of traditional height, Amy the Mime, handed out hand-folded paper roses. How is it possible that the two did not come tumbling down? I thought. The surprise embrace was met with a squeal that turned into a so-great-to-see-you-laugh. My heart leapt into my throat, when she bent down to hug a friend from behind. And I was left feeling embarrassed that I was thinking of complaining about my two-inch heels. Presenter Mary Rose Noir Langlois, part of the Providence Drum Troupe for the evening, impressively circulated around the event in stilts. Dressed in mostly black, with colorful light sticks and LED costumes one might see at a rave, they captured everyone’s attention. The Troupe entered the party from a back room. Providence Drum Troupe enlivened the evening with their customary loud enthusiasm. The woman in electric blue did not take the win, but her flare suggested she was certainly the sassiest at heart. Realizing her presumptiveness, she broke out in laughter, and returned to her group. Unsurprisingly, there was a moment of confusion over who had won “Sassiest Bartender.” With a long list of nominees, all deemed “sassy” enough, a nominee, wearing a tight electric blue dress approached the stage before the winner had been announced. The first round of awards included Best Social Media, Favorite Singing Bartender, Funniest Bartender, Favorite Hotel Bartender, and Favorite Original Mixed Drink Creator. The feeling to seek out a cold drink was strong, but the energy of the hosts, Askew owner Windsong Hadley and Lucky Enough owner Vito Lantz, was even stronger.įor the first half of the awards, the main room stayed full, but when intermission hit, with a hive mind, the crowd turned towards the bar like a field of sunflowers turning towards the sun, steady and determined. But just as the ceremony started a tension filled the air – the crowd felt that pull between getting their first drink and staying to watch the first award. Go-karts whizzed around the racetrack and the room’s high ceilings and the purple and blue lights emanating from the nearby bar created that electric “night on the town” atmosphere.ĭoors were at six, but guests eased in slowly and by 7:30 it felt like a party. ![]() This year’s award ceremony took place just above the go-kart track at R1 Indoor Karting in Lincoln. ![]()
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