The Cocktail City series highlights the works of Jamaica’s bartending and mixology professionals. Our second set of bartenders were assigned the following spirits:

1. Courvoisier VS — a cognac renowned for its finesse, depth, aroma, and harmony.

2. Absolut Elyx — the luxury expression of Absolut vodka. The Elyx is a single-estate, copper-crafted, luxury vodka with an unparalleled silkiness.

Let’s Meet our Bartenders

Samoy Gardner (SG) – Bartender-in-training. Possesses a keen eye for detail and is quite talented in garnish creations. Gardner is one to watch for 2019 as, not only is he creative, but he also has a charismatic personality that can engage any audience.

Thursday Food (TF): What do you like about Courvoisier?

SG: I love that it’s smooth and versatile.

TF: How would you describe your bartending style?

SG: I love mixology, but my area of specialisation is in garnish creation and presentation. I like to create unique pieces sometimes with a twist, but very attractive and not-so-traditional.

TF: What is your five-year goal?

SG: To be a leading mixologist in Jamaica and the Caribbean, known for outstanding creations.