

Nitin tewari
'Mr. BarTrender'
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Passion . Conceptualization . Implementation .
Constantly enhancing beverage experiences by creating ideas and concepts for a wholesome experience. Bartending has been my passion and focus since high school. It has given me endless opportunities to travel the world, learn from the best, work with the best and has enriched my knowledge and experiences to make me what I am today - a bartrender. I believe a cocktail is not merely a mix of spirits and flavours, it is an epitome of art - taste, skill, presentation and a story to bring it to life..
#BarTrender Company
A team of talented & skilled individuals who are here to revolutionise Drinks, the art of mixing and the experiences around the same. #BarTrender is a company specialising in beverage consulting, advocacy, events, creating beverage content & educating via our bartending academyFor more information, visit the website
projects
As a Consultant Mixologist :
Ek Bar, New Delhi
Artisnal Indian Cocktail Bar serving Contemporary Indian Food
- Put together a bar team and set up the bar.
- Devised the menu to showcase India through and through, drawing inspiration from Indian history, culture,tradition and habit while using locally sourced fresh produce.
- Awarded as India's best cocktail bar.
- Among the top 9 bars mentioned by Conde Nast Traveller in their annual Hot List.
Masque, Mumbai
Botanical Bistronomy
- Developed the 'Ori-Gin' wherein guests gets an opportunity to create their Original Gin.
- Cocktail Bistronomy card that guides guests to create their own cocktail blend
- http://www.masquerestaurant.com/
- GQ India: http://www.gqindia.com/live-well/food/is-masque-mumbais-most-ambitious-restaurant/
Olive Bar & Kitchen, Mumbai & Delhi
Bar & Restaurant
- Conceived the cocktail menu's
- Refresher course trained the bar team
- Snap Peas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxXk6OSBxyA
Together at 12th, Gurgaon
Freestyle Restaurant, Bar & Terrace at Le Meridien Gurgaon
- Co-owner / Director
- Key role in the formulation, construction, training of staff, overall daily operations of the restaurant.
- Closed permanently due to the global pandemic
Suryagargh, Jaisalmer
Cocktail Menu for Hotel
- Created their new edition of cocktail menu's
- Conceptualised and executed the programme
- Holistic training for their staff
FLYP @ MTV, India
The First MTV Bar serving Glocal Cocktails and Food
- Conceptualized bar menu for the new outlets
- Designed two bars within the Delhi unit.
- The Fastest mass dispensing bar for busy club nights.
- The Garden Bar with a Traveler's menu inspired from the ingredients from different countries brought together with Indian flavours and served with a wow. Links
- Best Cocktail in India: goo.gl/N8AVbe
Playground, JW Marriot Aerocity, New Delhi
Taproom, bar & Speakeasy
- Conceptualizing the beverage philosophy of the bar.
- Training the bar team on all aspects of bar operations.
- Created the beverage menu to match the theme of the venue and market requirements.
- Preview by GQ https://www.gqindia.com/content/playground-jw-marriott-new-delhi/
It Happened in New York, Mumbai
Restaurant & Bar
- Set in New York city, the outlet's theme carries into the food and beverage menu laid with connecting elements of the same.
- Conceptualization and execution of the Beverage and Cocktail Menu to theme
- http://www.vogue.in/content/this-new-restaurant-in-bandra-is-for-all-new-york-lovers/
Park Hyatt, Chennai
The Flying Elephant Bar
- Studied the market trends
- Trained hotel staff on beverages.
- Devised a menu to introduce the guests to the world of cocktails
- Concepts executed: Tiki Cocktails, Speakeasy cocktail, Garden bar cocktails, Community cocktails.
Fatty Bao
Asian Gastro Bar
- Root To Fruit menu - where flowers, seeds, leaves, roots, stems and pods were inspiration for this set of cocktails.
- Conceptualization and execution of new Cocktail Menu Across all Fatty Bao's branches.
Marriott Resort, Jaisalmer
Inspired by the sand dunes
- Conceptualised the beverage programme of the bar.
- Training the bar team on all aspects of bar operations.
- Created the beverage menu to match the theme of each restaurant and bar in the hotel.
Stage Bar, Hyatt Regency,Chandigarh
Chandigarh's first lifestyle cocktail bar
- Conceptualizing the beverage philosophy of the bar.
- Training the bar team on all aspects of bar operations.
- Created the beverage menu to match the theme of the venue and market requirements.
Birdie Num Num, Gurgaon
Cocktail Bar & restaurant
- Conceptualizing the beverage philosophy of the bar.
- Created a playful beverage menu around tales of the Birdie and it's habitat.
- Formed and trained the bar team.
- LBB: https://lbb.in/delhi/birdy-num-num-coastal-food-cocktails-gurgaon/#!/
Bar kala academy
A bartending institute dedicated to empower passionate youth with the knowledge, skills and support required ensuring a bright future for the beverage culture & industry in India
Visit the page to know more
Brand Advocacy Projects
Grey Goose House of Change, India
- An annual fun yet knowledge imparting bootcamp for select bartenders from across the country
- Created, conceptualised and executed the programme succesfully since it's first year and running
- Covering the multiple facets - glass making, food pairing, personal styling, personal growth, social media & photography and more with masterclasses by experts in each field
Longitude 77, Indian Single Malt
Created their drink strategy
Ballantines, India
Advocacy activation
Mojito Maestros, Bacardi India
Head Bartender and Bartender
May 2006 - December 2008
Introduced and implemented the concept of MOLECULAR MIXOLOGY including foam cocktails, Molecular caviars and grill cocktails at Rick’s bar for the first time in India.
Responsible for intra-departmental beverage trainings at the Taj Mahal, New Delhi.
Dewars Highball Challenge, Bacardi India
Conceptualised & executed programme
Stella Draught Masters & Hoegaarden Mixology, India
- Created the concept and strategy
- BarTrender team trained staff across India and covered :7 markets, 50+ training sessions, 135+ POC's, 700+ trained staff
Jack Daniels India, Flavour Room
Brand work :
Concept, Menu & Overall Execution
- Grey Goose House of Change
- Bombay Sapphire #stircreativity brand activities
- Absolut Summer +1 program
- Jade Forest Tonic & mixers brand activities
- Ab in Bev Pan India Trainings
- Villa Grey Goose at Cannes for 3 years
- Grey Goose Fly Beyond, Tel Aviv
- Grey Goose Cocktail Lounge @ IIFA Awards for 3 years
- Grey Goose Style Du Jour
- Dewar's Doers Club
- Absolut Art Bar
- Royal Enfield Himalayan Launch
Work Experience
Bacardi India Private Ltd. Gurgaon, India.
- Trade Ambassador Bacardi India
November 2011 - 2015 - Designing advocacy program for the Bacardi brands (BIO & BII).
- Serviced all LHA & OOPS accounts under the umbrella of Advocacy.
- Developed and executed Grey Goose specific promotional concepts like Barrel aged cocktails, Molecular mixology, Tea infusion etc.
- Conduct brand specific training for bartenders and consumers all over India.
- Conceptualization and execution of countries' most respected bartending competition, Bacardi Legacy Cocktail Competition.
- Managed bar operations during various large scale events for Bacardi Brands ex. Bacardi NH7 weekender, Eristoff Invasion, Grey Goose IIFA Rocks etc.
Stamford Plaza, Adelaide Australia
Supervisor
April 2010 - October 2011
- Cascades Cocktail Academy:
- Conceptualized Cascades cocktail academy.
- Cascades cocktail academy was launched in April, 2011 and was met with great response by the consumers and the media.
- http://www.glamadelaide.com.au/main/cascades-cocktail- academy-hits-adelaide/
The Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, New Delhi India
Beverage Consultant enrolled through Bacardi India
January 2009 - May 2009
- Crafted the beverage training module which has been incorporated by the F&B department as an official template to train new and existing bartenders of the Oberoi, New Delhi.
- Created the cocktail menu for the hotel ensuring complete availability and visibility of the Bacardi brand portfolio.
- Conducted brand promotions like Hollywood cocktail promotion and Mojito cocktail promotion.
- Formalised beverage purchase contracts thereby ensuring Bacardi as the house pouring brand.
The Taj Mahal Hotel, New Delhi India & Hyatt Regency, New Delhi
Head Bartender and Bartender
May 2006 - December 2008
Introduced and implemented the concept of MOLECULAR MIXOLOGY including foam cocktails, Molecular caviars and grill cocktails at Rick’s bar for the first time in India.
Responsible for intra-departmental beverage trainings at the Taj Mahal, New Delhi.
Accomplishments
- TEDx SIBM speaker 2022 : Deconstructing Your Drink
- BW BusinessWorld 40 UNDER 40 list of Achievers 2019
- Awarded 'Ace Mixologist : Friends of the industry' Spiritz Awards 2016
- Awarded ' Mixologist of the year ' by The India Nightlife Convention & Awards 2016" Mumbai
- Awarded ' Bartender of the year ' by The Times Of India "Times Food & Nightlife Awards 2016" New Delhi,India
- Finalist of Schweppes Gin and Tonic Competition, Australia 2011.
- Awarded as first runner in Angostura cocktail competition & Suntory Cocktail cup 2011, South Australia.
- Winner of the Annual Ricks Bartending Competition held in 2008, sponsored by Diageo India.
- Awarded as the Most Stylish Bartender in Ciroc’s bartenders challenge.
- Won CII bartending competition during International hospitality fair India.
- First runner-up in Marie Brizard Dream Date mixology competition 2006-07.
- Won Banarasi Das Chandiwala Shake & Win Competition, 2005 organized by Indian Wine Academy.
- Winner of INTOXICATION – 2006 organized by IHM Chandigarh.
Media
Features & Contributions
- Outlook Traveller : https://www.outlookindia.com/outlooktraveller/explore/story/70405/experts-suggest-8-easy-cocktails-to-prepare-at-home-during-the-lockdown
- Times Passion Trails : https://www.instagram.com/tv/CAiHCE4BkBb/?igshid=zchbqgcrzyug
- Express Foodie : http://www.expressfoodie.com/main-course/gin-cocktails/
- The Tribune : https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/archive/features/drinks-with-a-halo-of-health-293787
- Conversations with Indulge India : https://indulgeindia.com/conversations-with-indulge-nitin-tewari/
- BW Business World : http://www.businessworld.in/article/Nitin-Tiwari-Curating-Bespoke-Concept-for-Bars/14-11-2019-178972/
- EazyDiner Food Trends : https://www.eazydiner.com/food-trends/learn-bar-basics-with-ace-mixologist-nitin-tewari
- BW Business World 40 under 40 : http://www.businessworld.in/article/Prominent-Change-Makers-Under-The-Age-Of-40-Honoured/24-10-2019-178088/
- What's Up Life : Gurgaon : https://www.whatsuplife.in/gurgaon/blog/most-famous-mixologist-best-bartenders-in-delhi-gurgaon
- India Today Leisure : https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/leisure/story/20210308-mixing-it-up-1773225-2021-02-27
- Mint Lounge : https://lifestyle.livemint.com/food/drink/sipping-on-sweet-and-sour-amla-cocktails-and-rasam-111601983215377.html
- GQ : https://www.gqindia.com/live-well/content/7-expert-approved-whiskies-to-try-under-7000
- The Hindu : https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/the-ultimate-house-party-how-to-organise-a-luxe-celebration/article21685994.ece
Education
Le Cordon Bleu
Adelaide, South AustraliaJuly 2009 - January 2011
Master of International Hospitality Management
Subjects: Risk management, Strategic planning, Marketing, data analysis.
IHM
Chandigarh IndiaMay 2003 - May 2006
Bachelors of Hotel Management
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