The Irish Bartender

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Introduction: A highly experienced craft bartender that specializes in prohibition era cocktails with a modern twist. Using only quality based spirits, freshly squeezed juices and homemade syrups. I always center my cocktail menu around my clients event and tastes to ensure that their drinks always compliment their party. Have bartended in highly respected bars and restaurants in Downtown Santa Ana such as Playground, Blinking Owl Distillery and Vacation! Specialities: - Prohibition Era Cocktails. - Fresh Juices. - Creative Homemade Syrups. - Spice & Herb Infusions. - Riffs and Twists. - Personalized Menus. About Me and my Bartending: - 10 years Bartending. 🍾 - Bartended in Ireland, Belgium, France, USA and the UK. 🌎 - Huge Whiskey Enthusiast. 🥃 - Lover of all things bitter and dry. 🤟🏻 - Old Fashioneds, Negronis and Sours are my top three drinks. 👌🏻 - Strong dislike for PREMIXES and SWEET & SOURS. 😩 - All things Guinness. 🍺 Feel free to check out my bartending instagram page and you'll get an idea of what I have to offer. Hopefully see you at your next event! NOTE: I cannot provide the alcohol due to certain laws and legislation. I will provide you with a list of alcohols suited for your party. Slainte ☘️

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Hired 7 times

Serves Santa Ana, CA

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1 employee

4 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, and Venmo.

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Gina A.

Oct 29, 2023

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I would have chosen all five of the quality options. Mark over exceeded our expectations. The drinks were professionally crafted and tailored to our theme party. His menu was fun and creative. In addition to work quality, Mark was friendly and fun to work with. Overall he raised the bar in bartending. We will definitely be calling Mark again for future parties.

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Holiday party • Upbeat / lively • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup

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Chris R.

Oct 15, 2020

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I hired Mark for a birthday celebration where Mark taught us how to make four whiskey based cocktails. He was very easy to work with from the beginning, professional, great personality, very reasonably priced and he made delicious drinks! I would recommend Mark for any of your bartending/mixology events.

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Birthday party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice

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Alison S.

Jun 23, 2021

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Mark did a fantastic job at our backyard party for my son's 30th birthday. I don't think he stopped serving his amazing cocktails all night. Everyone loved them, and him. We'd love to work with him again. Highly recommend.

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Birthday party • Upbeat / lively • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed

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Roxanne D.

May 23, 2021

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Mark did an excellent job. He made a fun menu with cute names (we just remodeled our home). He came an hour early to set up the bar. Our guests enjoyed him & his very delicious drinks. We will hire him again.

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Cocktail party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars not allowed

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Jordan J.

Oct 6, 2020

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Mark was such a great addition to our event. Everyone loved his cocktails, he was so personable and he even made us a pitcher of cocktails before he left at the end of the night. Thank you so much Mark! We’ll definitely hire you again!

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Special occasion • Low key / casual • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed

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Mark Shipley

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Depending on different variables my price could vary so please let me know what I will need to provide therefore I can give you a rough estimate of pricing.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Usually I go through the following: - I provide a basic/signature menu of cocktails to give you an idea of what I can do quick and effieciently. - How many are expected to arrive. - Preferences of alcohol to be served. - What needs to be provided from me if there isn't a bar or much of a bar.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
From the age of 16 I have always been involved in the hospitality industry. However it wasn’t until I turned 18 where I was allowed to pour my first ever pint of Guinness and from there on, I fell in love with the craft.

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