Bartender Course London – How to Master Mixology Fundamentals

Mixology Explained

Have you ever wondered why cocktails taste different from establishment to establishment? Mixology is an art. It’s not just about throwing some ingredients into a glass with ice. It’s about having an in-depth knowledge and understanding behind how cocktails are prepared and served, and why they’re made in that way. For any bartenders who want to develop their skills more in this area, high-quality training is key. The importance of cocktails to the success of bars, hotels, restaurants and other businesses in the hospitality and leisure industries is clear to see.

That’s why mixology approaches cocktail making from such an innovative and often scientific perspective, ensuring cocktail making continually pushes the boundaries of what can be achieved. At specialist bartender schools like The Spirit Lab, you can learn more about anything from the different mixing techniques to the most suitable garnishes for the type of cocktail.

How to Become a Mixologist

One of the first steps to becoming a master in this area is to take mixology classes at a reputable bartending school. If you’ve only got limited experience or you’re a beginner, our International Mixology Course based at our London bartenders school is the ideal option for you. This is the best way to get a solid foundation in mixology fundamentals, from the history of bartending to the components of top quality cocktails. You’ll learn about the tools involved and how to use them, as well as the techniques behind terms such as muddling, layering, throwing and rolling. You’ll get a good understanding of the types of spirit used, contemporary and classic cocktails, as well as pouring methods, the right sequence of service and practical ways to build confidence. If you’re considering our bar consultancy services, you could even use this training for all new starters.

Why Advance in Bartending?

Once you’ve mastered the basics and gained experience, there’s no need to go to any more schools for bartending, right? Wrong! Our advanced mixology course gives bartenders with more experience the chance to take their skills to the next level. It puts a qualification on their CV which is going to help them take their careers in the direction they want. Whereas our beginner’s course takes place in a working bar, our advanced training is lab-based, and you’ll soon see why. We cover everything from the science of brand testing, experimenting with modern cocktails, developing a personal presentation style and how to manipulate ice in the way you want.

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