🍸 Cocktail Drama or Cocktail Class? The Big Difference Between “Any Bartender” and a Trained Mixologist

Let’s play a game: You’re throwing a party in London. You’ve sorted the music, food, and venue… and now you need a bar service. Two options pop up: Option A: A passionate mixologist with WSET wine certification, expert cocktail skills, engaging personality, and premium drinks. Option B: Someone who once watched a YouTube video on how to open a Prosecco bottle and now calls themselves a “cocktail guy.” 😅 Now ask yourself... Which one would you trust to shake things up at your event? Let’s dive in.

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R. Tom Pasare

7/4/20252 min read

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🍷 The Real Difference: Passion, Knowledge & Experience 🍸

Here at The Aproned Mixologist & Co, we don't just pour drinks. We create experiences.

Our team includes trained professionals with:

✅ Cocktail knowledge backed by real study
✅ Wine education certified by WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust)
✅ Bar experience at private and corporate events across London
✅ Confidence, charm, and the ability to engage your guests

We’re not just here to mix a drink. We’re here to explain why a Negroni hits different at sunset, or why that Malbec pairs perfectly with your slow-roasted beef sliders. We're the type who bring both liquid elegance and good energy to the party.

🤷‍♂️ Now... What Happens When You Hire “The Other Guy”?

Well… here’s what might go down:

“What’s a Daiquiri?”

Pours Prosecco like it’s lager at a football match

Calls every cocktail a “Martini”

Talks to no one. Or worse… talks too much, badly.

Vanishes halfway through the party for a “ciggy and snack.”

It’s not just the drinks that suffer. It’s the energy of your event.

📞 That One Sunday Morning Call…

This brings me to a real story. Picture this:

It’s a peaceful Sunday morning. I’m having a coffee in my robe when the phone rings.
A client, in full panic mode:

“Hi! Our supplier just cancelled. We NEED YOU to be there by 3PM TODAY. Please. Period. I’m not even asking, you just have to be there!”

No “hello,” no “are you free?” — just raw cocktail desperation.
And the reason?

"They forgot they didn’t have staff to cover the event..."

I mean... you booked a bar but forgot people?! 😂
That’s like hiring a band and realising you don’t own speakers.

Funny? A little.
Stressful for them? Absolutely.
Save-the-day moment for us? Always.

🍸 The Takeaway: Why It’s Worth Choosing Passion Over Panic

Your event deserves more than just someone behind the bar. You deserve:

✨ Someone who knows their spirits and wines
✨ A mixologist who can create custom menus and add theatre to your drinks
✨ High-quality ingredients, perfectly chilled glasses, and smooth service
✨ Someone who shows up not just on time, but in tune with your event

🥂 Choose the Experience Your Guests Will Talk About

At The Aproned Mixologist & Co, we believe every pour tells a story. Whether it’s a wedding toast, a corporate cocktail hour, or a surprise party in your garden — we bring professionalism, flavour, and flair.

So next time you’re thinking about bar hire, ask yourself:

Do you want a bartender who brings a blender,
or a mixologist who brings the magic?

Ready to Shake Things Up?

📩 Enquire now at www.apronedmixologist.co.uk
📞 Or call me (even on Sundays... but please, ask nicely)

Cheers to doing it right — with taste, style, and a little story behind every sip. 🍹

🍸 Cocktail Drama or Cocktail Class? The Big Difference Between “Any Bartender” and a Trained Mixologist

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