I will create a cocktail menu ready for real bar service
Beverage Manager, Bar Consultant, Founder of The Double Strainer
Level 1
Has met certain performance criteria and shows strong potential in the marketplace.
About this Gig
A custom, service-ready cocktail and mocktail menu built for real bar execution. Designed for hotels, restaurants, and bar programs that need drinks that work in service, not just on paper.
Why it helps:
Faster service, more consistent results, less waste, clearer guest choice, and better margin control through recipes designed with prep flow, batching logic, and cost awareness in mind.
What you receive:
- Menu concept aligned with your venue style and target guest
- Original cocktail and mocktail recipes in ml / oz
- Spec cards with method, glassware, ice, garnish, and build order
- Menu map and menu descriptions with flavor notes
- Prep guidance for syrups, cordials, batching, storage, shelf life, and labeling
- Batching notes to support faster and more consistent service
- Service notes to support consistent execution
- Allergen and shelf-life notes
- Optional costing and pricing support in the top tier or as an add-on
Need a different number of drinks? Custom options available
Process:
Share your concept, target price range, must-use products, and operational needs, receive the first draft, review one focused revision, then receive the final service-ready files.
Graphics not included
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FAQ
Why should I choose this service for my venue?
Because the delivery is structured as a working menu system, not a simple list of drinks. Depending on the package, it can include recipes, specs, SOPs, prep sheets, batching guidance, descriptions, and menu logic. This helps venues move from idea to execution with more clarity and less confusion.
What do you need from me to start?
Venue type (bar/hotel/event), menu goal (new menu or refresh), target guests, price range, and any concept/theme.
What will I receive exactly?
You receive spec sheets for each drink, a prep/SOP file for all ingredients and batches, a costing template (Excel), a menu presentation file (content-ready), and a menu map with positioning strategy.
Can you match my venue style and audience?
Yes. I tailor drinks to your brand style (classic/modern/tropical/culinary), guest profile, equipment level, and service speed needs.
Do you create menus that are fast to execute during busy service?
Yes. I design for throughput: batching options, station workflow, simplified steps, and consistency checks—so the team can execute quickly without losing quality.
Do you include a Quality Control checklist for managers?
Yes. You get a QC Audit checklist to verify standards, balance, garnish, dilution, prep freshness, and service consistency over time.
Do you provide costing and pricing?
I provide an automated costing template. If you share your ingredient prices, I can cost the full menu for you (as an add-on or upgraded package).
Can you work with limited equipment or a basic bar setup?
Yes. I can design recipes around what you already have. If you want advanced techniques, I’ll specify what’s required and offer simpler alternatives.
Can you create a themed menu concept with storytelling?
Yes. I can build the concept narrative, menu structure, and short guest-facing descriptions to make the menu easy to sell.
Do you design the menu graphics / layout?
I don’t provide full graphic design (branding, typography, print layout). I deliver content-ready menu text and a structured presentation file, plus illustrative reference images (AI-generated) to show how each drink should look (glassware, garnish, style).
7 reviews for this Gig
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- Quality of delivery
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L latricesalvador

United States
From our initial conversation I could tell that he would take this project seriously and he DELIVERED. I could tell that he definitely enjoys his work and will not stop until we are satisfied. He listens very well and takes the feedback seriously, in order to exceed our expectations.
$1,000-$2,500
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?A alsarouri

United States
Ongoing collaborationRiccardo has been exceptional to work with. He is highly professional, detail-oriented, responsive, and has shown a deep understanding of our business and vision. He went above and beyond what we expected, providing thoughtful research, clear recommendations, and well-organized work throughout the project....
$1,000-$2,500
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?H hayalg

Belgium
Ongoing collaborationThis is my second time working with Riccardo but I missed the chance of reviewing the previous customized order, so I'll try to include it here as it might help future clients to get a better understanding of his services. In the first order, he designed a complete cocktail menu including signature and...
$50
Price
5 days
Duration
Helpful?P pillaandrea

Malaysia
Ongoing collaborationPerfetto! Tutto secondo i piani e come descritto dal servizio! Oltre le mie aspettative ;) Grazie Riccardo
$50-$100
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?R reeyau45

Malaysia
I had a great experience with Riccardo. His service was fast and exactly on point. I was genuinely impressed by his creativity in curating artisanal tropical cocktails based on the specific flavors I wanted, even incorporating local delicacies in a thoughtful and balanced way. The level of detail was...
$50-$100
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?
7 reviews for this Gig
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Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
Sort By
L latricesalvador

United States
From our initial conversation I could tell that he would take this project seriously and he DELIVERED. I could tell that he definitely enjoys his work and will not stop until we are satisfied. He listens very well and takes the feedback seriously, in order to exceed our expectations.
$1,000-$2,500
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?A alsarouri

United States
Ongoing collaborationRiccardo has been exceptional to work with. He is highly professional, detail-oriented, responsive, and has shown a deep understanding of our business and vision. He went above and beyond what we expected, providing thoughtful research, clear recommendations, and well-organized work throughout the project....
$1,000-$2,500
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?H hayalg

Belgium
Ongoing collaborationThis is my second time working with Riccardo but I missed the chance of reviewing the previous customized order, so I'll try to include it here as it might help future clients to get a better understanding of his services. In the first order, he designed a complete cocktail menu including signature and...
$50
Price
5 days
Duration
Helpful?P pillaandrea

Malaysia
Ongoing collaborationPerfetto! Tutto secondo i piani e come descritto dal servizio! Oltre le mie aspettative ;) Grazie Riccardo
$50-$100
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?R reeyau45

Malaysia
I had a great experience with Riccardo. His service was fast and exactly on point. I was genuinely impressed by his creativity in curating artisanal tropical cocktails based on the specific flavors I wanted, even incorporating local delicacies in a thoughtful and balanced way. The level of detail was...
$50-$100
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?

