The Operational Backbone of the World’s Best Bars.

  • This Classic Cocktail Specs list serves as the operational foundation for elite five-star establishments in London and internationally—from historic American-style bars to modern high-volume luxury lounges.

    These are not just recipes; they are battle-tested ratios designed for consistency, speed, and flavor profile precision. Whether you are training a new team or auditing your current program, these specs provide the technical benchmark used by the industry’s most renowned cocktail programs.

    • Proven Ratios: The exact builds used in multi-award-winning bars.

    • Operational Consistency: Eliminate "bartender's choice" variability in your classics.

    • Global Authority: Developed by Global Bar Consulting for professional-grade execution.

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