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A fantastic mixer

Open-access content Friday 26th February 2016 — updated 5.50pm, Wednesday 29th April 2020

The Society of Actuaries in Ireland student committee held a cocktail-making master class for students and recent qualifiers in The Grafton Lounge on Thursday 26 November.

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The Society of Actuaries in Ireland student committee held a cocktail-making master class for students and recent qualifiers in The Grafton Lounge on Thursday 26 November.

On arrival, the student mixologists were divided into two interactive groups, each directed by an expert. They went on to give a detailed introduction to basic techniques and shared many tricks of the trade. Instructions were provided on how to create the classic 'mojito' cocktail, meeting the needs of traditionalists on the night. For the more adventurous, the students were also shown how to make a 'Solero'. This is a signature cocktail of The Grafton Lounge and satisfied the taste-buds of those who were looking for an even sweeter option, reminiscent of the well-known ice-cream.

Once the students had soaked up as much knowledge as possible from the experienced mixologists, each got the opportunity to step behind the bar and mix their own concoctions. The expert mixologists kept a watchful eye and were very impressed by the talent and skills displayed by the students. Many seemed to favour the liberal approach in their pouring techniques! The top two student mixologists were chosen from each group and rewarded with bottles of Champagne and vouchers to spend at The Grafton Lounge. The deserving winners were Ruairi Sweeney, Mairead Glass, Luke O'Malley and Aisling Muldoon.

The night proved to be a great success, with many continuing the celebrations until the early hours, taking full advantage of our own exclusively reserved area. The committee would like to thank The Grafton Lounge for running such an enjoyable event - we will be sure to return. Thanks also to all the students and recent qualifiers who were in attendance. We hope to see you all at the next event. 
This article appeared in our March 2016 issue of The Actuary.
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