Isaac Ergas

Isaac Ergas, Editor-in-Chief of Bartending News and founder of FindBartenders.com and 786-Bartend, brings 33 years of bartending and 20 years of industry education. He’s a spirits educator, consultant, and advocate for bartenders nationwide.

Bartending Services & Businesses

Sean Paul Gonzalez: Bartender and Mixologist Offering Mobile Bartending Services in San Diego, CA

Sean Paul Gonzalez elevates events in San Diego with ten years of mixology expertise, personalized cocktails, and seamless bartending service to create unforgettable guest experiences.

By Isaac Ergas • 2 min read

Cocktail Recipes

The Mojito: Miami’s Iconic Cocktail with Cuban Roots

A refreshing blend of rum, lime, sugar, and mint, the Mojito is Miami’s quintessential cocktail, rich in Cuban history and perfect for every occasion.

By Isaac Ergas • 3 min read

Cocktail Recipes

St. Paddy’s Cocktails: Liven It Up with Professional Flair

Upgrade your St. Patrick’s Day event with expertly crafted Irish cocktails. Discover unique drinks and professional bartenders to bring the spirit of Ireland to your celebration!

By Isaac Ergas • 3 min read

Cocktail Recipes

Celebrate Love with Unique Valentine’s Day Cocktails

Wow your Valentine with romantic cocktails like Cupid’s Arrow, Love Potion #9, and Velvet Kiss—or hire a mixology pro to make the night extraordinary.

By Isaac Ergas • 3 min read

The Legacy of Jerry Thomas: Father of American Mixology

Jerry Thomas, "Father of American Mixology," revolutionized bartending with flair, artful cocktails, and his iconic Bartender’s Guide, shaping modern mixology’s global rise.

By Isaac Ergas • 3 min read

Bartender Profiles

Ada Coleman – A Trailblazer Behind the Bar

Ada “Coley” Coleman, one of the first internationally renowned female bartenders, revolutionized mixology with her skill, creativity, and legendary Hanky Panky cocktail.

By Isaac Ergas • 3 min read

Bartender Profiles

Celebrating Harry Craddock: The Savoy’s Cocktail Maestro

Harry Craddock redefined bartending at The Savoy, creating timeless classics like the White Lady and leaving an enduring legacy in The Savoy Cocktail Book.

By Isaac Ergas • 4 min read

Bartending Services & Businesses

Heavenly Spirits Mixology: The Rising Star of Bartending Services in Raleigh, NC

Elevate your events with Heavenly Spirits Mixology, Raleigh’s premier bartending service. Creating unforgettable, personalized cocktail experiences since 2020.

By Isaac Ergas • 2 min read

Enhancing Kansas City Events with Boozy Baby Mobile Bar

Discover Boozy Baby Mobile Bar's creative bartending services that personalize and transform events in Kansas City with a seamless and professional touch.

By Isaac Ergas • 2 min read

Bar Trends & Industry News

The Must-Have Platform for Event Bartenders: Find Bartenders

Revolutionize your event bartending success with Find Bartenders. Gain multi-platform visibility, SEO dominance, and affordably market your business to local clients.

By Isaac Ergas • 4 min read

Bartender vs. Mixologist: Why the Debate Over Hospitality Still Divides the Industry

A viral post reignites the debate: bartender vs. mixologist. Explore the historical roots of "mixologist," debunk stereotypes, and learn why true hospitality transcends labels. It's not about choosing sides but about blending craft and connection to create unforgettable guest experiences.

By Isaac Ergas • 3 min read