Mixology 101
Mixology 101
in-person ⬝ demo
Join Joaquín Simó, Owner and Head Mixologist of cocktail bar destination, Pouring Ribbons, for an hour of interactive mixology, tasting, and discussion.
The conversation aims for "edutainment,” as we sip on delicious cocktails while learning the foundations behind making a well-balanced drink at home, stories on how classic cocktails were originally named, where to find the best bar tools, and an open Q&A.
Grab a front row seat at the bar, as we delve into the thought, preparation and physicality of a highly-awarded, industry-revered mixologist. After the Q&A, retire to the sitting area, for a 1 hour open-bar, featuring cocktails from the Pouring Ribbons’ current house list and some light bites from their menu, curated by Beecher's Cheese.
What You’ll Learn
Foundations of a well-balanced drink
Stories on how classic cocktails were originally named
Where to find the best bar tools
On The Menu
Rotating list of specialty cocktails
Cheese & Charcuterie from Beecher’s Cheese
Your Booking Includes
2 hours of learning to make cocktails (fun stories included)
Open-bar cocktails
Cheese & Charcuterie from Beecher’s Cheese
Digital cocktail recipes
Good to Know
Classes will be led either by Joaquín Simó (Partner/Bartender) or Brooke Toscano (Partner/Head Bartender)
Please arrive on time
Private bookings available for 6-15 guests (enter your requested date + start time at checkout)
For private bookings, please be sure to book at least 7 days in advance
Important Info
Proof of Covid-19 vaccination required (Excelsior app or card accepted)
ABOUT YOUR GUIDE
Joaquín Simó
Partner/Bartender, Pouring Ribbons
Originally from Ecuador, Joaquín Simó was raised amongst Cuban family in Miami and grew up eating fruits and vegetables fresh from his grandfather's farm and helping his father at his French bakery.
With his epicurean roots firmly established, he sought out new seasons in New England at Boston University. Through college and beyond, Joaquín tended bar in crowded college dives, raucous rock n' roll joints, neighborhood restaurants and trendy hot spots until becoming a part of the opening staff of New York’s acclaimed cocktail bar Death & Company.
His encyclopedic knowledge of all things food, spirits, beers and flavor combinations makes him the perfect guide when teaching a fledgling group, a new list or infusing a fresh sense of energy and excitement into a more experienced staff.
Joaquín served as deputy editor for the Food & Wine Cocktail books, contributing the Latin Drinks chapter, front and back matter, as well as recipe-testing both books.
Also named one of Playboy's Top 10 Mixologists in 2009, Joaquín has served as a panelist at Tales of the Cocktail, the Manhattan Cocktail Classic, the Copenhagen Spirits & Cocktail Conference and the Gourmet Latino Festival. A finalist at the 2011 Spirited Awards, Joaquín was awarded the coveted 2012 Spirited Award as American Bartender of the Year at Tales of the Cocktail.
About Pouring Ribbons
Pouring Ribbons is Imbibe Magazine's 2013 Cocktail Bar of the Year, Time Out NY's 2013 Best New Cocktail Bar, #44 on Drink International's World's Best Bars and their managing partner, Joaquín Simó, was voted as the prestigious American Bartender of the Year at the 2012 Tales of The Cocktail award ceremony. However, with all their accolades, what they’re most proud is their customer service. At Pouring Ribbons, they place their guests on a pedestal, not the cocktails.