Past the Bar—Proof of Pourformance
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Event Mixology & Brand Activation
Margie works closely with spirit suppliers and distributors to bring bar expertise to life at public events, festivals, and pop-ups.
Ongoing Work Includes:
William Grant & Sons Portfolio Tastings
(Tullamore D.E.W., Milagro, Hendrick’s, Monkey Shoulder, Glenfiddich, Sailor Jerry, etc.)Blue Ridge Spirits Tasting Events
(ChocoVine, Meili Vodka, Cherry Heering)High-volume liquor store tastings, pop-up events, festivals, and custom cocktail creation
Mixologist for Major Events:
Wine & Food Festival at Crystal Springs
Liberty Science Center After Dark Series
Allied Beverage Portfolio Showcases
Asbury Park Beer, Wine & Spirits Fest
Atlantic City Tequila Festival
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Bartender Education & Training
Margie Maak is more than a bartender—she’s a passionate educator with a knack for transforming cocktail-making into an unforgettable experience.
Services Offered:
Private & Corporate Cocktail Classes (Virtual & In-Person)
Bar Staff Training & Education
Custom Cocktail Kit Design
Curriculum Development for Bartender Training Programs
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Highlights from Past Classes:
William Grant & Sons | Parkside Social (2025)
Led a hands-on class for 25 ticketed guests featuring Milagro, Monkey Shoulder, and Hendrick’s. Guests learned to stir, shake, and sip like pros with light snacks and guided technique instruction.Hendrick’s Gin | Crystal Springs Wine & Food Festival (2025)
Assisted a 50-person cocktail class, setting up stations, helping guests one-on-one, and supporting lead instructor in delivering a high-impact session.BoomRoom Virtual Team Building (Pandemic Era)
Designed and led remote cocktail classes for corporate teams. Partnered with local liquor stores to create cocktail kits, designed branded handouts, and guided guests through three curated drinks.End of Elm (Multiple Events)
Conducted both intimate (5-person) and large-scale classes for groups, including themed sessions (e.g., Women in Cocktail History), complete with branded giveaways and sponsored spirits."Point Break" Virtual Cocktail Experience
Created and led a pop-culture-inspired virtual cocktail class where guests made themed drinks while participating in a live script read-through of Point Break. A total hit.Behind Bars with Allied Beverage
Co-developer and core trainer for the recurring 'Behind Bars' bartender training program, contributing to curriculum development, cocktail batching, and class instruction in the Alchemy Room.