When you go out nowadays, you are entering a world where the barkeeper is so much more than the guy pouring you a beer – they are most likely a mixologist. A mixologist is an artisan much like today’s chefs are considered “curators” of food. A mixologist most likely has taken classes to learn the craft and fearlessly acquaints the drinker with beverages that are infused with berries, herbs, salts, colors; well, just about anything you can imagine.
On Tuesday the Mattapoisett Free Public Library hosted a presentation on the subject of mixology and focused primarily on the non-alcoholic drink concepts. Coming before an enthusiastic group of twenty-somethings was the aptly named Cocktail Guru, Jonathan Pogash. Pogash is the owner of this unique enterprise offering consulting services that can include corporate events or catered parties.
Now living locally, Pogash began his cocktail journey in such world class venues as The Russian Tea Room in New York City.
With the rise of “mocktails” as a way to serve delicious beverages to those seeking non-alcoholic options Pogash delighted the attendees on this night. He prepared several drinks offering a taste testing for reach.
Pogash’s presentation included how to shack a cocktail, as well as the types of equipment a mixologist should invest in.
To learn more about mixology, visit the Cocktail Guru’s website: thecocktailguru.com.
By Marilou Newell