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Winning Bartender: Jeremy Nelson – Madison, Wisconsin

What was the inspiration for your Lime Bite creation? I wanted something traditional yet new-something that really brings out the lime flavor.

What is your favorite Captain Morgan cocktail? Captain and cola.

What is the most important tool a bartender must have? The ability to perform under pressure.  Also patients plays a big role in performing under pressure.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to become a bartender? Practice. It takes time to become skilled. Start at the bottom with basic drink knowledge and work your way up to more creative cocktails.

Tell us one thing about tending bar that we may not know. The bartender is the host of the party  - the entertainer. You are on stage as a bartender – put on a show!

How do you deal with overly intoxicated consumers? Suggest food and water and make sure they get a safe ride home.

Lime Bite-A-Rita

Ingredients:
1 oz. of Captain Morgan Lime Bite
1/2 oz. of Triple Sec
3 1/2 oz. of Sour Mix
1 oz. Strawberry Margarita Mix
1/2 oz. Lime Juice
Lime garnish
Sugar for rim

Preparation:
Pour ingredients into shaker with ice. Shake until ingredients are well mixed and chilled. Rim glasses with sugar. Pour into serving glasses and garnish with a lime. Enjoy!