Clever Cocktails
Clever Cocktails

Clever Cocktails

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Introduction: Good Day, My name is Richard Cohen and I am the owner of Clever Cocktails. I am fully vaccinated, now including my booster. I love being behind the bar and providing excellent service. It makes all the difference why people hire me. I keep my charges simple, $35.00 per hour from arrival to departure. I charge a minimum of $175.00 for up to 4 hours. Then back to the $35.00 per hour as needed. Feel free to contact me. I used to be the beverage manager at the Ritz at Tysons for 8 years so I know both the service and the drinks. I can work in the attire of your choice from simple black pants and white shirt, to a tuxedo. I have worn anything from Hawaiian shirts, to hockey jersey's. You tell me. I have all the bar equipment a professional should have from ice scoops, ice buckets, liquor tops, wine openers to bus tubs to cool your beverages. I also rent glassware if requested Please see my reviews on the quality of my service. I love helping people. I like to listen to people and deliver what they seek but exceed their expectations so they feel like they got more for their money.
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Hired 198 times

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25 years in business

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2019

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2017

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This pro is a skilled and friendly bartender who provides excellent services at events. Customers appreciate their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to create delicious drinks. They also praise the pro's flexibility, attentiveness, and friendly demeanor, making the bar the highlight of their events.

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Mukesh K.
Dec 7, 2023
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Richard was amazing for my party. He is very professional and pleasant to work with. He sent a detailed list of material to get prior to the event which was extremely helpful. He came fully prepared, did not ask me to do anything, and took charge of the bar, no questions asked. The bar was the highlight of my party. All my guests loved him. He also brought along 2 servers who were equally professional, pleasant and hard working. We are so happy either way his service and would certainly be hiring him again. Strongly recommend.

Details: 51 - 75 guests • Holiday party • Formal / elegant • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup

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Joan L.
Oct 14, 2023
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Hired Richard for a small wedding. He was easy to speak to and coordinate with. He was punctual, conveniently had his own bartending equipment, clean, very helpful around moving equipment and getting things ready. Overall, everyone enjoyed his company!

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Wedding reception • Formal / elegant • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice • Coolers

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Helen C.
Jun 2, 2023
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Rich was professional and kind. He showed up on time to set up and kept our guests happy. He even walked around and cleaned up after our guests during the event and kept busy whenever there were lulls at the bar. It was an absolute pleasure working with him and my guests were very impressed. We will 110% hire him again for our next event!

Details: 51 - 75 guests • Special occasion • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice • Disposable cups • Coolers

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Marina Z.
Apr 25, 2023
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Richard was fantastic to work with! He responded right away when I reached out and guided me through the entire planning process leading up to my event. I have no complaints and would book him again in a heartbeat!

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Cocktail party • Upbeat / lively • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Disposable cups

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Caroline R.
Feb 8, 2024
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Richard is THE BEST. We had an incredible experience having him bartend my husband's 40th in our home. He worked with us throughout the planning process to ensure we supplied the right amount of everything, provided drinkware (at a very nominal cost), was prompt, professional, flexible to our space, and extremely gracious and attentive to all our guests. His drinks were, delicious, strong and made quickly - we couldn't have asked for more! His colleague Paula made a huge difference to our experience as well - so conscientious to our needs and made clean-up the next day a breeze (which was appreciated after an evening of Richard's drinks!) Especially for the value, we could not recommend them more highly.

Details: 51 - 75 guests • Birthday party • Upbeat / lively • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • I'm flexible • Tip jars allowed

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