Private event bartending & cocktail education, 21+

Excellent taste. Questionable choices.

We bring the bartender, the glassware, the know-how and a mildly bad influence. You bring the bottles and the people. Private events in your home, office or venue.

Proper Poisons skull and crossbones seal with a copper starburst

Coming soon

Cocktail builds & spirit reviews.

Step-by-step cocktail videos you can make at home, plus honest reviews of the bottles worth buying and the ones worth avoiding.

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Request a booking

Drop us a line. We don’t bite.

The fastest way to book is a good old-fashioned email. Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll get back to you within 72 hours to confirm availability, details and pricing.

Email us to book

No charge until your booking is confirmed. All events are private and 21+. Guests’ IDs are checked at the door.

What to put in your email

  • The eventWhich experience, or “not sure yet”
  • The datePlus a backup date if you have one
  • The crowdRoughly how many guests
  • The placeYour city, home or venue
  • The occasionBirthday, work party, just because
  • Your tasteFavorite spirits and anything you want to learn