Ice & Instinct / FoundationTrained Professional
A bartender from my own circle - someone I know personally and stand behind, skilled in proper technique and professional hospitality.
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The Foundation.
For those who understand that elegance lies in simplicity. The most intimate way to experience the Ice & Instinct standard - delivered by a bartender from my own circle: hand-picked, trusted, and someone I personally stand behind.
From $650 USDUp to 15 guests · 3 hours · New York Metropolitan AreaInquireDistillation, not compromise.
For those who understand that elegance lies in simplicity. The Essential delivers the core of what makes a gathering memorable: impeccable drinks, professional presence, and seamless execution.
This is not a compromise. This is distillation - the same philosophy, the same standards, focused into a refined format designed for intimate celebrations.
A bartender I know and trust personally arrives with the tools, technique, and presence to transform your home bar into something more. Classic cocktails executed with precision. Contemporary favorites crafted with care. Every drink made properly, every guest attended to.
This is not a staffing service. This is hospitality with intention.
Your guests experience the difference from the first pour.
II · The Menu Protocol
Curated Simplicity. The Foundation of Excellence.
Curated simplicity.
Prior to your event, we collaborate on a menu of 4-6 signature cocktails. Classics perfected. Crowd favorites refined. Each drink selected to balance variety, flow, and your available spirits.
III · Scalability
Scalability & Investment.
Calibrated for intimate gatherings where quality remains uncompromised regardless of guest count. A bartender from my own circle delivers the Ice & Instinct standard - someone I know personally, hand-picked, and vouch for.
AThe IntimateUp to 15 guestsPersonnel 1 Professional BartenderFocus Attentive service, consistent quality, personal engagementFrom $650
What's Included.
The specific elements of your experience.
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Pre-Event Consultation
A focused conversation to understand your occasion, guest count, preferences, and available spirits. Menu finalized 5-7 days prior.
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Professional Bar Setup
Your bartender arrives with a complete toolkit: shakers, strainers, jiggers, bar spoons, muddlers, and essential garnish prep equipment.
- 03
Ice Coordination
Guidance on appropriate ice quantities and formats for your event. Standard ice may be sourced by the host, or premium ice options arranged through Ice & Instinct at additional cost.
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3 Hours of Professional Service
Arrival 30 minutes prior for setup. Three hours of active service. Additional hours available at $75 per hour.
- 05
Station Restoration
Upon conclusion, your bar area is returned to order. Glassware rinsed, surfaces wiped, workspace organized.
Standard Inclusions.
Every Ice & Instinct experience, regardless of tier, includes the foundation of our craft.
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Guest Engagement
Friendly, professional interaction. Drink recommendations tailored to individual preferences. The warmth of genuine hospitality.
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Professional Tooling
A complete bar kit with quality tools. No plastic pourers. No shortcuts.
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Setup & Breakdown
Complete organization of the working area before and after service.
What the Host Provides.
To ensure a seamless experience, the host provides the following canvas.
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Spirits & Mixers
All alcohol, mixers, juices, and sodas for the agreed menu. A detailed shopping list is provided during consultation.
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Glassware
Appropriate glasses for the selected cocktails. Guidance provided. Rental coordination available upon request via The Curator add-on.
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Ice
Sufficient ice for the duration of service. Quantity guidance provided based on guest count and menu.
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Workspace
A stable surface for bar setup, access to running water, and adequate lighting.
Experience notes.
The Foundation is the most intimate way into the Ice & Instinct standard. It is not a reduction of quality - it is a focused application of our principles.
For those seeking deeper customization, signature cocktail development, or the personal involvement of the Master Mixologist, we invite you to explore Simplicity, Bespoke, or Omakase.
Foundation is where many first experience the standard - and return for the evenings that follow.