Pat MacGarry revolutionized cocktail culture during the golden age of mixology, creating two of the world’s most enduring cocktails while serving London’s elite at Buck’s Club for over two decades. Professional Background Full Name and Position Malachi “Pat” MacGarry served as head bartender at Buck’s Club in London from 1919 to 1941. He worked at…
Giuseppe Cipriani revolutionized cocktail culture when he opened Harry’s Bar in 1931. His simple philosophy and dedication to quality hospitality created a legendary venue that still attracts celebrities and cocktail enthusiasts worldwide. The Bartender Who Changed Venice Forever Giuseppe Cipriani (1900-1980) transformed from a humble hotel bartender into one of history’s most influential figures in…
Harry MacElhone (1890-1958) was a defining figure in early 20th-century bartending, famous for his bar in Paris, Harry’s New York Bar, his influential cocktail book Harry’s ABC of Mixing Cocktails, and for inventing or first publishing numerous classic cocktails. his Scottish bartender transformed a simple Parisian bar into a legendary institution that attracted literary giants,…
Victor Vaughen Morris transformed a simple whiskey sour into Peru’s national cocktail. The American bartender revolutionized Lima’s drinking culture and created the world-famous Pisco Sour in the early 1920s. His legacy continues to shape cocktail culture across Latin America and beyond. Professional Profile: The Pioneer Behind Morris’ Bar Morris earned the nickname “Gringo” among Lima’s…
Sasha Petraske single-handedly transformed the modern cocktail landscape, establishing a new standard of excellence that continues to influence bars worldwide. His pioneering approach to classic cocktails, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to quality created a revolution in how we experience and appreciate craft drinks today. Professional Introduction Sasha Nathan Petraske (March 16, 1973 –…
Richard Arthur “Dick” Bradsell (May 4, 1959 – February 27, 2016) was a British bartender who revolutionized the London cocktail scene in the 1980s and 1990s. Often called “The King of Cocktails,” Bradsell single-handedly transformed how we enjoy mixed drinks today. With his innovative approach to cocktail creation and unwavering commitment to quality, Bradsell introduced…
In the realm of mixology, few names command as much respect and admiration as Dale DeGroff. Rightfully crowned “King Cocktail,” his innovative techniques and unwavering commitment to quality ingredients revolutionized modern bartending, setting off a cocktail renaissance that continues to influence how we drink today. Professional Introduction Dale DeGroff, born on September 21, 1948, is…
Ernest Raymond Gantt, better known as Donn Beach, was the visionary founder of Don the Beachcomber, the world’s first tiki bar, and is widely recognized as the “founding father” of tiki culture. Born in 1907, this American adventurer, businessman, and World War II veteran revolutionized the cocktail world with his exotic rum-based creations and immersive…
In the colorful world of cocktail history, few figures stand as tall as Victor Jules Bergeron Jr., better known as “Trader Vic.” A pioneering force in tiki culture, innovative restaurateur, and the creator of one of the world’s most famous cocktails, Bergeron’s legacy continues to influence bars and restaurants worldwide to this day. Professional Introduction…
Fernand “Pete” Petiot stands as one of the most influential figures in cocktail history. Born in Paris on February 18, 1900, Petiot rose to prominence during his 30-year tenure as head bartender at the prestigious King Cole Bar at The St. Regis Hotel in New York City. His most enduring contribution to mixology is the…
