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The cork challenge

 

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Ellis Cork Challenge: We are having a bit of fun amongst the chaos, and challenging our team to the cork challenge. Place a cork on your elbow, with your hand by your shoulder (if you don’t have one, it’s the perfect excuse to open a bottle, or use something else – the limits are endless!) extend your arm and try your best to catch the cork. Send us your videos including any outtakes – as they are often the funniest part. Tag us with #EllisWinesolation @elliswines1822 See our graphic designer @mariablackstone having a go! We nominate @hrelliswines7 @hippo_inns @samsriversidew6 @samharrisonlondon and @andrei_lussmann @lussmanns . . . #elliswinesolation #wine #winelover #workinginwine #covid19 #corkchallenge

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The folks at Ellis Wines are leading the cork challenge charge, but can you compete?

Place a cork on your elbow, with your hand by your shoulder. Extend your arm and try to catch the cork. Sound simple? You’d be surprised.

Share your successful attempts, and outtakes, on social media, using the hashtag #corkchallenge. Tag the drinks business social channels and we’ll feature the best cork action.

Bonus points if you can match the double elbow triumph below…

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