An Imbibing Gentleman

About Me

My Background

I am a gentleman that was raised in the hospitality business with over 30 years experience designing interiors and graphics, handcrafting delicious food and drink, and stylishly entertaining friends, family and the public in classic fashion. I love art, film, music, design, and elegance, but with an appreciation and understanding of today’s modern, more casual, lifestyle.

My Philosophy

Quality ingredients, stylish presentation, and a sincere desire to serve your guests is all that is required. No need to overspend, get ridiculously creative, or work too hard. Relax, it's all been done before.

What You'll Learn

To enjoy and respect the past, see through gimmicks and fads, laugh a little, impress your guests, and easily make perfectly crafted cocktails. What more is there?

Sections

Recipes

Spirits & Ingredients

From classics to contemporary, these recipes have been filed tested and refined to make it easy to achieve consistent results every time.

Spirits & Ingredients

Learn about different brands and types of liquor, mixers, garnishes and more. Delicious doesn't have to mean expensive.

Setting Up Your Bar

From your first bar cart to party setups, to a professional grade back bar. It's all here.

Funnies

Hollywood Imbibes

Setting Up Your Bar

Cartoons, jokes, anecdotes, etc. Because life is to short to be so serious.

Hollywood Imbibes

Imbibing gentlemen (and ladies) from the 1920's to the present. Of course many of your favorite characters enjoyed a sip now and again.

Tips & Techniques

Hollywood Imbibes

Simple, easy to understand advice on what to buy, how to use it, and what to do to ensure a quality experience for you and your guests.