Ron Mosholder
Mixologist.
System Builder.
Hospitality isn’t magic.
It’s preparation, timing, and decisions made before anyone’s watching.
The Point
Of View
Great service doesn’t happen by accident. Every night behind the bar is shaped long before the first drink — by pacing, balance, structure, and control of the room.
Most people notice the cocktail. I focus on what makes the experience feel right. That thinking runs through all of my work — private events, consulting, experiences, and writing.
Experience
I’ve spent over two decades behind real bars. New York. The U.S. Virgin Islands. High volume. High expectations.
That’s where I learned what holds up under pressure — and what breaks when things get busy.
My background in communication and design sharpened that instinct:
- how menus guide decisions,
- how systems create freedom,
- and why clarity beats creativity in service.
This work is built on repetition, discipline, and real nights behind the bar.
What I Do
Pour Choices
A guided cocktail masterclass experience. Guests are led through flavor, balance, technique, and intention while I work behind the bar. Each experience results in a signature cocktail designed around the guest’s palate.
It’s structured, entertaining, and personal — focused on insight and enjoyment.
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I manage the flow of the night — pacing, energy, and timing — so the experience feels natural and effortless. Menus and service are built for the room, not a template.
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I help bars and brands simplify what’s overcomplicated. Menus, workflows, and systems built for real service — not theory.
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This isn’t a recipe book. It’s a look at the thinking behind great service — the discipline, systems, and decisions that separate chaos from control.
If you’re looking for a fun, creative experience — or someone to help build and transform your business — that’s what I do.