Thursday, May 22, 2014

Holeman and Finch Hosts Academy of Bartending

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Come get your mixology on!
Do you love bartending or want to help someone step their mixology game up? Well Midtown Atlanta’s Holeman and Finch Public House, home of arguably the city’s best burgers, is also renowned for their cocktail ingenuity, so they are hosting the Academy of Bartending starting May 24th. Whether it be an awesome Father’s Day gift or something to treat yourself to, here you go! Below is the official description. Cheers!
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The comprehensive 2014 Academy of Bartending schedule has been posted. Each of the classes will be taught at Holeman and Finch Public House, located at 2277 Peachtree Road in Buckhead. Tickets for each of the classes may be purchased through Brown Paper Tickets and cost $100 per person, with the exception of American Whiskey, An In-Depth Study and Tasting, which runs $200.

The online description for this class is as follows:

The entire Academy of Bartending schedule for 2014 includes the following classes:

May 24, 2014
The Holeman and Finch Public House bartenders are kicking-off summer and transporting you to a tropical paradise. Learn the history and evolution of classic Tiki drinks popularized during the 1940s and ‘50s while sipping samples of these exotic-themed cocktails. A Polynesian-inspired lunch from our culinary team will be served.

June 28, 2014
Do you love mixing drinks at home, but aren’t sure how to create your own signature cocktail? Here’s your chance to learn how from the Holeman and Finch Public House bartenders. In this class you’ll learn advanced bartending techniques; delve into more esoteric ingredients like amari, bitters and vermouths; and understand how to build your own drink from scratch. Lunch and cocktail samples will be provided.

July 26, 2014
Just as the mighty Jimador chops through the spiny leaves of the agave to reveal the treasured piƱa, so shall the Holeman and Finch Bar Staff reveal the secrets of this revered plant and its bounty. Tequila, Mezcal and Sotol are some of the most labor intensive spirits in the world and can be transcendent when made with respect for time-honored traditions. Sip on exemplary offerings and learn how to utilize them in exotic cocktails. This class will give Agave the attention it deserves, and enable you to become a more dynamic host. Cocktail samples and lunch will be provided.

August 23, 2014
Learn the ins and outs of tending a bar from the experienced bartenders at Holeman and Finch Public House. In this class we’ll cover the essentials you need to know for building your home bar, from the basic bar tools to our favorite base spirits to essential cocktail recipes. Lunch and cocktail samples will be provided.

September 27, 2014
This is a great follow-up to our Bar Basics class or a helpful tool for those looking to delve deeper into the history of cocktails as well as the spirits themselves. Learn about more advanced drink styles, like the Cobbler, the Flip, the Fizz, the Daisy, and more. We’ll refine your shaking and stirring techniques in a hands-on workshop, fortify your ingredient knowledge, talk about contemporary cocktail culture and debate what's next! Lunch and cocktail samples will be provided.

October 25, 2014
Do you love mixing drinks at home, but aren’t sure how to create your own signature cocktail? Here’s your chance to learn how from the Holeman and Finch Public House bartenders. In this class you’ll learn advanced bartending techniques; delve into more esoteric ingredients like amari, bitters and vermouths; and understand how to build your own drink from scratch. Lunch and cocktail samples will be provided.

November 15, 2014
For casual sippers and avid collectors alike, this is our definitive class on American whiskey making. We'll embark on a journey through the history of distillation techniques and aging practices used to produce some of the most sought-after whiskeys in the world. Learn the difference between styles, the nuances of production methods and the rewards of time. Develop a better understanding of how to taste whiskey and taste which styles you enjoy. The H&F Burger will be served for lunch.


About the Academy of Bartending and Holeman and Finch Public House 
Academy of Bartending is a series of informational and instructional classes presented by Holeman and Finch Public House in Atlanta, GA. Hosted by the professionals who craft our spirited offerings every night, the classes range from introductory to advanced skill levels. Subjects include: history, technique, seasonal concoctions, and much, much more. Space is limited to 24 seats per installment. Admission includes snacks and lunch from the talented Holeman and Finch culinary team.

James Beard award winning Chef Linton Hopkins and his wife Gina are proprietors of Holeman and Finch Public House, Restaurant Eugene, H&F Bottle Shop, H&F Bread Company, and H&F Burger. The couple celebrates the rich bounty of Georgia by using only the freshest and most locally sourced ingredients possible, prepared in a way that highlights the local cuisine and its history.


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