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The Retreat’s Bloody Mary contest returns for another year

Jake Clothier by Jake Clothier
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 9:36 am
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The Retreat is hosting its annual Bloody Mary contest on Sunday, October 9, with spectators welcome. Picture: Toni Osmundson via Unsplash

The Retreat is hosting its annual Bloody Mary contest on Sunday, October 9, with spectators welcome. Picture: Toni Osmundson via Unsplash

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THE RETREAT is hosting its annual Bloody Mary contest on Sunday, October 9, with spectators welcome.

The contest sees entrants submit their Bloody Mary recipes for judging, with the top three recipes to be awarded with certificates, and a prize yet to be announced for first place.

Entrants must be at least 18 years old with individuals or two-person teams eligible for registration.

They must submit original recipes, with ingredients written out to be judged, though they must be tomato-based.

Fresh tomatoes must be used and should be brought to the venue before preparation.

The Retreat will provide 4 ounces of Vodka, and no outside alcohol will be allowed, though alcohol is not required and Virgin Marys are permitted.

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Straws, ice, and glasses will also be provided, though entrants must provide all other ingredients and any tools such as cutlery, boards, and shakers.

Judging will be based on taste, presentation, originality, and garnish.

The Retreat’s Bloody Mary 2022 contest will take place in the back bar of the venue from 3pm on Sunday, October 9.

Samples must be ready for judging by 4.30pm, and the winners announced at 5.20pm.

To register, visit: www.theretreat.pub

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