Alconomics

Alconomics is the Science of Spirits, the Business of Pleasure and the Art of the Bartender. {br}We teach bartenders the mechanics of their jobs and the passion for their profession {br}{br}Alconomics is the company behind the business. Formed by Angus Winchester in 2003 Alconomics creates, produces and executes bespoke training modules and provides bar consultancy services on behalf of enlightened souls from Bars to Brands.{br}{br} {br} 'Cuban Cognac' cocktail{br}Cognac, Grand Marnier, lime juice, apple juice, sugar, mint {br} {br}{br}In 2006 Alconomics expanded to create a dedicated Asian operation and provide quality bartender training and consultancy services from Japan to India.{br}{br}The current faculty members in the Department of Alconomics are Angus Winchester, Sam Jeveons and Pete Kendall. {br}{br}Angus, based in Europe, travels the globe spreading his teachings and talents as the founding Alconomic.{br}{br}Pete and Sam set up Alconomics Asia in Hong Kong in July of 2006. With over 6 years combined experience in the region, they offer their talents in this fast growing market.{br}{br}With a glowing track record in award winning bars behind all three and a burning desire to learn, teach and travel ahead of them the future looks rosey, wherever you are...{br}{br}{br}{br}Alconomics believes Knowledge is Profit. We are dedicated to providing high quality educational materials, personalised business consulting and custom media production for the Alcohol Beverage and Retail Industries. We have no hidden agendas; we offer only unbiased, quality information and services. {br}{br}{br}In essence we work with a select group of restaurateurs, bar owners Hoteliers and Luxury Drinks Brands to create innovative beverage programs, exceptional staff and memorable guest experiences. {br}{br}{br}What are we having next?{br}{br}To our simple mind this is an awesome phrase. Its filled with positive expectation, change, variety, sociability and unity. And in our world probably leads to a drink...It is also the thought behind this site.{br}{br}Changing constantly this site will reflect all that we like, that we think fulfil a criteria of interest and information that might help you when bellying up to your next bar..{br}{br}It is also a site to let prospective clients see what we do and how we do it, as a resource for those who care...recipes, articles, drinks and links for your delectation{br}New features include up to date Alconomics Asia pages, Search Function and videos... See here{br}{br}{br}Welcome to Our World - Places we have taught, trained, shaken, stirred and drunk in... Alconomics has long had a focus in Asia with Angus Winchester being a stalwart of Restaurant and Bar Hong Kong and various Bartender Training tours of Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, India and China.{br}{br}Pete Kendall has been working in Asia for the last 3 years with projects and established placements in Taiwan, Hong Kong and China.{br}{br}Sam Jeveons has nearly 18 months under his belt as Pan Asian Luxury Spirits Ambassador for Moet Hennessy Asia Pacific{br}{br}We have seen massive growth in the last four years and have worked hard to create a dynamic network of contacts throughout the area. Still the demand for our services throughout the region has been phenomenal and it has allowed us to pick and choose our clients carefully.{br}{br}{br}Alconomics believes in the difference bespoke training programs can make to all operations from large hotels to small independent outlets and chose to set up operations in a market hungry to learn and improve.{br}{br}{big}{blockquote}{b}Alconomics can offer a wide range of operational services throughout Asia{/b}{/big}{br}{br}� Guest bartending programs: by placing a top bartender in your venue for a set and promoted night we can provide an example of best practice to staff and providing interesting PR opportunities.{br}{br}� Product, category or Branded spirit training: any spirit to any depth to both industry and consumers alike. {br}{br}� Cocktail and Bartender Coaching, cocktail creation, menu writing, evaluation, .{br}{br}� Media work with print and video interviews on every topic from whiskey to global trends.{br}{br}� Event management{br}{br}� Operation and management evaluations{br}{br}Contact sam@alconomics.com or pete@alconomics.com for information.{br}Sam Jeveons writes...{br}{br}"Having worked in London for the past 5 years, staying with the Match Bar Group from bartender to Operations Manager and everything in-between, I felt it time for a new challenge and environment.{br}{br}Joining Angus and Pete as an Alconomic in June 2006 I relocated to Hong Kong where I have been drinking in new culture, flavour and experiences ever since.{br}{br}Hong Kong is a pioneers� playground. Filled with hotel chic and neon strip lighting the island has few great and relaxing bars, mixing sound, style, lighting, comfort and exceptional offerings. Those that stand out have success attributed to style, speed and level of service, in short, solid training.{br}{br}{br}Alconomics believes in the difference bespoke training programs can make to Operations from large hotels to small independent outlets and chose to set up operations in a market hungry to learn and improve.{br}{br}Alconomics can offer a wide range of operational services throughout Hong Kong and Asia{br}� Guest bartending programs{br}� Product, category or Branded spirit training{br}� Cocktail coaching, creation, menu writing, evaluation, judging{br}� Event management, training, execution (not staffing){br}� Operation and management evaluations{br}{br}Contact sam@alconomics.com for information.{br}{br}Having spent a few months on the ground I have an insight to the good, the bad and the karaoke bars of Hong Kong.{br}{br}Favourite venues for varied fun must include :{br}{br}{br}Bars{br}{br}Feather Boa{br}Cnr of Elgin and Staunton, Soho{br}{br}Lotus {br}Pottinger St, Lan Kwai Fong{br}{br}Armani Bar{br}2/F Armani Building. Chatter Rd, Central{br}{br}Red and Isola {br}4/F, IFC Mall 2 , Central{br}{br}FINDS{br}2/F, D�Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong{br}{br}Aqua Spirit{br}29/F Ping Tower, TST, Kowloon{br}{br}Bar / Club{br}{br}Dragon i{br}Upper ground/F The Centrium, 60 Wyndham Street, Central{br}{br}Drop{br}Lok Mansion, 39-43 Hollywood Road, Central{br}{br}Club 9{br}3/F The Galleria, 9 Queens Rd, Central{br}{br}M1NT {br}108 Hollywood Rd, Central{br}{br}Hotel Bars{br}{br}M Bar, Captain's Bar, Chinnery Bar{br}Mandarin Oriental, 5 Connaught Rd, Central{br}{br}JJ�s{br}Grand Hyatt, 1 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai{br}{br}MO Bar{br}Landmark Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Queens St, Central.{br}{br}Blue Bar{br}Four Seasons, Central{br}{br}If you are visiting Hong Kong and want advice on where to go, or fancy a cocktail safari, feel free to drop me a line.{br}{br}{br}... Operation Evaluation • Bartender Training • Product Training • Guest Bartending. Alconomics Bartender Training can cover a host of topics...

3 Education Categories - Alconomics

Bartender Training (68 other websites)
...Asian operation and provide quality Bartender Training and consultancy services from...
Teachings (23 other websites)
...the globe spreading his Teachings and talents as the founding Alconomic.{br}{br}Pete...
Trainings (2443 other websites)
Alconomics is the Science of Spirits, the Business of Pleasure and the Art of the...