Spicy! Cocktail competition brings out local tastemakers
A competition to concoct the spiciest cocktail using ingredients from local Brooklyn tastemakers was a hit Monday evening, even if some participants were left fanning their mouths — this reporter included.
Tim Kavarnos, founder of Salamander Sauce Company, teamed up with Laura Gaber of Brooklyn Beef Jerky and Sixpoint Brewing to treat locals to whatever libations participants could whip up at local restaurant Backyard in Park Slope.
The winning cocktail was Salerida, created by Davina Thomasula of Williamsburg.