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The base is a blend of high-quality Scotch whiskies at 40% ABV (80 proof), mellowed and sweetened with a secret recipe of herbs and spices that can trace its roots back to Bonnie Prince - [Time for 'Couples Cocktails' with noted mixologist Anthony Caporale - The Westerly Sun](https://anthonycaporale.com/time_for_couples_cocktails/) - Time for 'Couples Cocktails' with noted mixologist Anthony Caporale MYSTIC — The couple that plays together stays together, says Anthony Caporale of Mystic — as do kissing couples.With that in mind, Anthony Caporale, the noted mixologist and Director of Spirits Education at New York’s Institue of Culinary Education, said he’s planned a totally fun way - [Mocktail Magic: The Art and Science of Spirit-Free Summer Drinks](https://anthonycaporale.com/moacktail_magic/) - Mocktail Magic: The Art and Science of Spirit-Free Summer Drinks Tired of being bombarded with sugar when you choose not to drink alcohol? Learn how to elevate your mocktail game this summer with Mystic’s own Chef Anthony Caporale, author and star of the Off-Broadway hit musical “The Imbible: A Spirited History of Drinking.” We’ll cover - [We Asked 12 Bartenders About The Most Overrated Cocktails - delish](https://anthonycaporale.com/we_asked_12_bartenders_about_the_most_overrated_cocktails/) - We Asked 12 Bartenders About The Most Overrated Cocktails—These Are The Top Picks “I’ve never been a fan of vodka martinis, and the drier and dirtier they are, the less I understand them,” says Anthony Caporale, director of spirits education at the Institute of Culinary Education. “An average, filthy, dirty vodka martini isn’t much more - [We Asked 16 Bartenders For Their Favorite Cocktails To Make - Yahoo! Life](https://anthonycaporale.com/we_asked_16_bartenders_for_their_favorite_cocktails_to-_make/) - We Asked 16 Bartenders For Their Favorite Cocktails To Make—These Are The Top Picks “I still have a soft spot for my hometown drink, the Long Island Iced Tea, mostly because it lets me throw in a bit of theatrics with a two-handed, four-bottle pour,” says Anthony Caporale, the Director of Spirits Education at the - [8 Non-Alcoholic Cocktails, Perfected - Salon](https://anthonycaporale.com/8_non_alcoholic_cocktails/) - 8 non-alcoholic cocktails, perfected “Perhaps a common misconception about non-alcoholic beverages, also known as mocktails, is that they are inherently boring, lacking the flavor complexities found in cocktails. Or, they are too juvenile, limited to sugary sodas, fruit juices and syrups. But that’s far from the truth. Salon Food recently spoke with Anthony Caporale, Director - [We Asked 12 Bartenders For The Cocktails They NEVER Order - delish](https://anthonycaporale.com/we_asked_12_bartenders_for_the_cocktails_they_never_order/) - We Asked 12 Bartenders For The Cocktails They NEVER Order—Here's What They Said “The ingredients break down to just ethanol, water, and carbon dioxide, says Anthony Caporale, the Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education, ”which to me is just a delivery system for alcohol, and that’s not what I’m looking for - [I Asked 17 Bartenders To Share Their Go-To Cocktail Orders—These Are The Top Picks - delish](https://anthonycaporale.com/i_asked_17_bartenders_to_share_their_go-to_cocktail_orders/) - I Asked 17 Bartenders To Share Their Go-To Cocktail Orders—These Are The Top Picks “’If I’m in a bar that cares about drink quality, I order a house Old Fashioned,’ Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education, says. ‘I think of it as asking a jazz master to play their favorite - [Bartenders Reveal 10 Cocktails That Nobody Over 30 Should Order—And What To Drink Instead - delish](https://anthonycaporale.com/bartenders_reveal_10_cocktails_that_nobody_over_30_should_order/) - Bartenders Reveal 10 Cocktails That Nobody Over 30 Should Order—And What To Drink Instead “An amaretto sour is a classic first-time cocktail order. It’s sweet, sour, and easy to drink—but Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education, thinks you can do better. ‘To get closer to what I like in - [The Art Of Standardized Recipes - Chilled Magazine](https://anthonycaporale.com/the-art-of-standardized-recipes/) - Anthony in Chilled Magazine Follow Anthony’s ongoing Business of Bartending column in Chilled Magazine to learn the secrets of running a successful and profitable bar program! In this installment he explores The Art of Standardized Recipes.Visit Chilled Magazine - [Costing Out Drinks - Chilled Magazine](https://anthonycaporale.com/costing_out_drinks/) - Anthony in Chilled Magazine Follow Anthony’s ongoing Business of Bartending column in Chilled Magazine to learn the secrets of running a successful and profitable bar program! In this installment he explores Costing Out Drinks.Visit Chilled Magazine - [Anthony Directs "A Celebration of Twelfth Night" - The Westerly Sun](https://anthonycaporale.com/anthony-directs-a-celebration-of-twelfth-night/) - Anthony Directs "A Celebration of Twelfth Night" “A Celebration of Twelfth Night” — that much-loved theatrical extravaganza that was presented each year for 40 years thanks to the creative efforts of the Chorus of Westerly but took a 10-year hiatus starting in 2015 — returns to the George Kent Performance Hall. Nicole DiMattei, artistic director - [The 18 Best Scotch Whiskies According To Bartenders - Forbes](https://anthonycaporale.com/the_18_best_scotch_whiskies_according_to_bartenders/) - The 18 Best Scotch Whiskies According To Bartenders - Forbes Edradour 10-Year-Old Distillery Edition“I love this whisky for its story as much as anything else. Edradour is the smallest distillery in Scotland, dating back to 1825, and they still make their Single Malt Whiskies using traditional methods that haven’t changed in 150 years. Aged completely - [Top Tools for Mint Juleps - Food and Wine](https://anthonycaporale.com/top_tools_for_mint_juleps/) - 7 Bartenders Shared Their Top Tools for Mint Juleps - Food & Wine “My No. 1 tool for making Mint Juleps is an ice bag and mallet. The Mint Julep has been described as ‘air conditioning in a glass,’ and for that to work, you need crushed ice. Lots of ice surface area equals lots - [8 Underrated Mexican Spirits You Should Know, According To Bartenders - delish](https://anthonycaporale.com/8_underrated_mexican_spirits/) - 8 Underrated Mexican Spirits You Should Know, According To Bartenders - delish “Sotol can taste similar to agave spirits, though some find it to have a more pronounced grass note,” says Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Educationhttps://www.delish.com/kitchen-tools/kitchen-secrets/a64673401/underrated-mexican-spirits - [Hacking Non-Alcoholic Cocktails: Science, Systems, and Service - Bar Convent Brooklyn](https://anthonycaporale.com/hacking_non_alcoholic_cocktails/) - Hacking Non-Alcoholic Cocktails: Science, Systems, and Service - Bar Convent Brooklyn This session will provide a roadmap to developing mouthfeel, texture, flavor construction, piquancy, heat, and balance in your cocktails from scratch, all without the use of alcohol. Learn from a panel of experts about botanical properties, molecular structure, and their experiences creating expressive liquids - [The 25 Cocktail Books Bartenders Swear By - The Goods](https://anthonycaporale.com/the-25-cocktail-books-bartenders-swear-by-the-goods/) - The 25 Cocktail Books Bartenders Swear By - The Goods Anthony weighs in on the boozy tomes that offer exceptional drinks wisdom.https://www.insidehook.com/cocktails/best-cocktail-books-chosen-by-bartenders - [Look Who's Coming To ELEVATE Louisville 2023!](https://anthonycaporale.com/look_whos_coming_to_elevate/) - Anthony speaking at ELEVATE 2023 Announcing the star of NYC’s, The Imbible Series, Anthony Caporale will be joining us at this year’s ELEVATE. Anthony will be leading two seminars: Cordially Yours: The Science and History of Liqueurs and Free-Spirited, A Scientific Approach to Zero-ABV Recipes! We are honored to welcome Anthony as one of our - [How To Save On Drinks For A Crowd - First For Women](https://anthonycaporale.com/how_to_save_on_drinks_for_a_crowd/) - Anthony featured in First For Women How to save on drinks for a crowd: Follow this pro formula.“My go-to drink for entertaining a crowd is punch,” says Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education.BBQ Pros Say These Are the Best Cheapest Cuts of Meat for 2023 - [What Is a Highball? Depends Who You Ask - Wine Enthusiast](https://anthonycaporale.com/what_is_a_highball/) - Anthony in Wine Enthusiast If you’re looking for a simple cocktail that’s fast, easy-to-make and doesn’t need too many ingredients, a highball is the perfect choice. A classic highball is made with whiskey, but the drink can be made with any type of spirit.“It’s one of the broadest categories of mixed drinks,” says Anthony Caporale, - [Stop Ruining Your Beer By Doing This One Thing - Yahoo! News](https://anthonycaporale.com/stop_ruining_your_beer/) - Anthony on Yahoo! News In our guide to alcohol expiration, Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education, said that if beer is refrigerated and unopened it can last for several years, but this will depend on style of the beer and its ABV. If you don’t finish a beer, he - [You Can Make This Frozen Negroni Without Any Gadgets - Epicurious](https://anthonycaporale.com/you_can_make_this_frozen_negroni/) - Anthony in Epicurious The trick to pulling off a lo-fi frozen drink like this one is in the dilution. Alcohol, as you may know, has a much lower freezing point than water. “Pure ethyl alcohol (the type of alcohol we drink) freezes at about -174 degrees Fahrenheit,” says Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at - [10 Ideas For Creating The Perfect Mimosa Bar - Southern Living](https://anthonycaporale.com/10-ideas-for-creating-the-perfect-mimosa-bar/) - Anthony in Southern Living Give your mimosa bar a little touch of Southern hospitality with the addition of some spirits.“Feature fresh, Southern juices and spike with local bourbon,” says Anthony Caporale, director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education. “Then, add mint leaves for muddling, and garnish and serve in julep cups.”https://www.southernliving.com/mimosa-bar-ideas-7367688 - [13 Old-School Ingredients Making a Comeback in Restaurants, According to Chefs - Eat This, Not That!](https://anthonycaporale.com/13-old-school-ingredients/) - Anthony on Eat This, Not That! Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education, says, “I’ve been seeing a resurgence of espresso used in cocktails, and in particular, the espresso martini seems to have returned in a big way, especially online. I’m not sure if it’s bartenders intentionally going retro, or - [Does Alcohol Expire? - Delish](https://anthonycaporale.com/does-alcohol-expire/) - Anthony on delish Whether you have a bottle of whiskey that’s been accumulating dust or an open bottle of wine in the fridge, you’ve probably asked yourself, Does #alcohol expire? Well, it depends on how you define expire. “Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education, prefers not to use the - [The Best Ways to Use Anise Spirits, According to Drinks Pros - Wine Enthusiast](https://anthonycaporale.com/the-best-ways-to-use-anise-spirits/) - Anthony in Wine Enthusiast There’s a long list of flavors that people seem to either love or hate. Along with cilantro and blue cheese, many have strong opinions about anise, which has a taste profile resembling black licorice.“Licorice is just a polarizing flavor,” says Anthony Caporale, director of spirits education at the Institute of Culinary Education, - [The Different Styles of Vermouth, Explained - Wine Enthusiast](https://anthonycaporale.com/the-different-styles-of-vermouth/) - Anthony in Wine Enthusiast Vermouth has been around for centuries and was originally created for medicinal purposes, says Anthony Caporale, director of spirits education at the Institute of Culinary Education. It’s a fortified wine, which means distilled alcohol (like brandy or a neutral spirit) is added to increase the alcohol content and stop the fermentation - [What Is St-Germain? - Wine Enthusiast](https://anthonycaporale.com/what-is-st-germain/) - Anthony in Wine Enthusiast St-Germain’s flavor can be difficult to describe, especially for someone not familiar with elderflower, says Anthony Caporale, director of spirits education at the Institute of Culinary Education.https://www.winemag.com/2022/08/10/what-is-st-germain - [How and Why to Use Mead in Your Cocktails - Liquor.com](https://anthonycaporale.com/how-and-why-to-use-mead-in-your-cocktails/) - Anthony on Liquor.com “Mixing with mead is ridiculously easy,” says Caporale. “When you’re working with mead, you’re not just adding sweetness; it’s not simple syrup. Mead adds a very distinctive flavor to cocktails.”https://www.liquor.com/mead-in-cocktails-5496821 - [Martini Olives Are a Matter of Taste - Wine Enthusiast](https://anthonycaporale.com/martini-olives-are-a-matter-of-taste/) - Anthony in Wine Enthusiast If you make a martini with an olive, choose wisely.https://www.winemag.com/2022/04/20/best-olives-martini - [What Is The Proper Liqueur Drinking Etiquette? - MEL Magazine](https://anthonycaporale.com/what-is-the-proper-liqueur-drinking-etiquette-mel-magazine/) - Anthony in MEL Both aperitifs and digestifs fall under the liqueur umbrella, Caporale says, and “the distinction between the two isn’t based on what’s in the bottle, but rather when it’s served.”What Is the Proper Liqueur Drinking Etiquette? - [Unexpected Twists On The Classic Espresso Martini - TZR](https://anthonycaporale.com/unexpected_twists_on_the_classic_espresso_martini/) - Anthony on TZR This low-ABV Caffe Carciofo comes from Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education.https://thezoereport.org/living/espresso-martini-recipe-ideas - [The 25 Cocktails Poised for a Comeback in 2022 - InsideHook](https://anthonycaporale.com/the-25-cocktails-poised-for-a-comeback-in-2022/) - Anthony on InsideHook We asked a few dozen bartenders on their choice of 2022’s comeback cocktail. https://www.insidehook.com/article/booze/2022-cocktail-trends-according-bartenders - [Perfecting The Legendary Chocolate Martini - Forbes](https://anthonycaporale.com/perfecting-the-legendary-chocolate-martini/) - Anthony in Forbes While some may prefer finishing a meal with a sweet bite and others may desire a dessert cocktail, chocolate martinis present an opportunity to combine both these tastes into one perfect glass.https://www.forbes.com/sites/alywalansky/2021/09/12/perfecting-the-legendary-chocolate-martini - [If You’re Obsessed With Aperol, Add These Cocktails To Your Rotation - TZR](https://anthonycaporale.com/if-youre-obsessed-with-aperol/) - Anthony in TZR You’ll rarely find a drink that quintessentially represents summer vacation more than the Aperol Spritz.https://www.thezoereport.com/living/aperol-cocktails-spritz-alternative - [Smithsonian's Searching For Secrets In The World's Iconic Cities - Smithsonian Channel](https://anthonycaporale.com/smithsonians-searching-for-secrets-in-the-worlds-iconic-cities/) - Anthony on The Smithsonian Channel Searching for Secrets, debuting Sunday at 9 p.m. Eastern on the specialty channel, pulls back the curtain on some best-kept secrets and unappreciated history.https://www.tv-eh.com/2021/06/04/preview-smithsonians-searching-for-secrets-in-the-worlds-iconic-cities - [The Time Has Come To Rediscover The Cosmopolitan - Forbes](https://anthonycaporale.com/the-time-has-come-to-rediscover-the-cosmopolitan/) - Anthony in Forbes When we think of the Cosmopolitan, we of course can’t help but remember Sex and the City. Carrie and the girls were often seen enjoying them on this iconic series. But the Cosmopolitan was more than a part of a beloved television series that is soon to make yet another return. It also - [The Eight Best Digestifs to Sip After a Big Meal, According to Pros - Wine Enthusiast](https://anthonycaporale.com/the-eight-best-digestifs-to-sip-after-a-big-meal/) - Anthony in Wine Enthusiast When you’re stuffed after a big meal, another drink may seem like the last thing you’d want. But a certain group of boozy beverages known as digestifs may actually settle your stomach.https://www.winemag.com/2021/10/21/best-after-dinner-drink - [How and Why to Add Port to Your Cocktail Program - Liquor.com](https://anthonycaporale.com/how-and-why-to-add-port-to-your-cocktail-program/) - Anthony on Liquor.com The fortified wine is an underappreciated cold-weather workhorse in drinks.https://www.liquor.com/using-port-in-cocktails-5209420 - [Celebrate The Holidays With Syllabub - Salon.com](https://anthonycaporale.com/celebrate-the-holidays-with-syllabub/) - Anthony on Salon.com Most holiday revelers are familiar with eggnog, so this season why not go back in time and try the precursor to this Yuletide staple, the syllabub?https://www.salon.com/2021/12/24/celebrate-the-holidays-with-syllabub-the-festive-cocktail-that-is-the-precursor-to-eggnog_partner ## Pages - [Home](https://anthonycaporale.com/) - Anthony Caporale Mixology Education Specializing in corporate teambuilding mixology workshops, online mixology classes, and bar training. - [In-Person](https://anthonycaporale.com/in-person-classes/) - Mixology Classes at Kitch! Art of the Drink offers classes in Mystic, CT, in partnership with KITCH in Olde Mistick Village. Register Now! Upcoming classes include: A Martini MasterclassSaturday, May 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm | $65.00Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? And how - [Online](https://anthonycaporale.com/online-classes/) - Personal Online Bartending Classes “This training is one of the best I have ever attended!" -Jess M, Bar Manager, LI Anthony also offers personalized online bartender training and mixology tutoring sessions for working bartenders and those who would like to be! Whether you’re brand-new to bartending, an experienced mixologist looking to rise to the top - [Innovation](https://anthonycaporale.com/innovation/) - Innovation Training And Consulting Anthony’s extensive experience as a restaurant operator, educator, and consultant lend him a unique insight into the most current consumer and trade beverage use cases, and he is frequently cited by major media outlets as a source for recognizing upcoming trends. Among his practice specialties are creating product development briefs and - [Certification](https://anthonycaporale.com/certification/) - Art Of The Drink Mixology Certification This unique two-day program is designed to develop in-house expertise in cocktails and spirits. The Art of the Drink certification has been adopted and recognized by global beverage producers, ingredients suppliers, and flavor houses looking to expand their market, as well as restaurants, bars, and caterers that want to - [Teambuilding](https://anthonycaporale.com/teambuilding/) - Teambuilding And Events Anthony specializes in providing best-in-class on-site Teambuilding Mixology Workshops for Fortune 1000 companies. He knows that enterprise-level clients aren’t just looking for great content, they’re looking for exceptional presentation. Anthony’s distinctive background as both a longtime instructor at the top-ranked culinary school in the U.S. combined with his extensive experience as a - [Calendar](https://anthonycaporale.com/calendar/) - Classes and Events - [Tools](https://anthonycaporale.com/tools/) - Recommended Bar Tools These are the same tools Anthony specifies for his bar and restaurant clients — they’re what the pros use! 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This celebration will pair 5 American made cheeses with 5 sample sizes of American made cocktails, spirits or beer. America has a long history of making cheeses and spirits. We look forward to showcasing our favorite - [A Martini Masterclass](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-martini-masterclass-6/) - Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? And how did this secret agent’s tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history of the martini is as intricate as any spy movie plot, but few are familiar with how the most famous drink in the world came - [Mastering Craft Mixology](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/mastering-craft-mixology-2/) - Have you ever wanted to make world-class craft cocktails right in your own home? Join us to take your home bar game to a new level! We’ll explore the techniques, ingredients, and thinking that set craft cocktail bars above the rest, and show you how to use these same methods to make your favorite drinks - [A Celebration of Summer Cocktails](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-celebration-of-summer-cocktails/) - Nothing says summer like the aroma of tropical fruits and spirits mixed with the salty air of an ocean breeze! Learn how to transform any deck — whether it’s on your boat or in your backyard — into a getaway cruise with the freshest summer cocktails this side of paradise! We’ll start with a Hemingway - [Tequila and Mezcal Mixology](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/tequila-and-mezcal-mixology-2/) - Getting ready to enjoy a little poolside Tequila? Well Chef Anthony Caporale, Mystic’s own Master Mixologist, will help elevate that Margarita with some exceptional agave spirits! He’ll conduct a guided tasting of both Tequila and Mezcal, then show you how to use them to create craft cocktails. You’ll mix the perfect Margarita, then savor an - [A Martini Masterclass](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-martini-masterclass-5/) - Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? And how did this secret agent’s tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history of the martini is as intricate as any spy movie plot, but few are familiar with how the most famous drink in the world came - [Mastering Craft Mixology](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/mastering-craft-mixology/) - Have you ever wanted to make world-class craft cocktails right in your own home? Join us to take your home bar game to a new level! We’ll explore the techniques, ingredients, and thinking that set craft cocktail bars above the rest, and show you how to use these same methods to make your favorite drinks - [The Spring Gin Session](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/2276/) - Join me at Spencer & Lynn for The Spring Gin Session, the next class in our recurring Cocktail Masterclass series. This one is all about gin: where it came from, how it became a cocktail staple, what makes it taste the way it does, and why it still feels so fresh, bright, and timeless in - [Standardized Drink Recipes and Costing Seminar](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/standardized-drink-recipes-and-costing-seminar/) - Bartenders love to create innovative drink recipes, but sometimes forget that the real goal is to create profitable drink recipes. In this session, experts will show you how to design a beverage program that will not only maximize repeat guests but also your bottom-line. Whether you're an aspiring bar owner or a working beverage manager, - [Whiskey, Bourbon, and Scotch](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/whiskey-bourbon-and-scotch/) - Whether you’re a dedicated Scotch drinker, a die-hard Bourbon fan, or if you just want to develop an appreciation for cask-aged spirits, this class is for you! Join Mystic’s own Chef Anthony Caporale, author of “The Imbible” series of hit Off-Broadway musicals about the history of cocktails and spirits, for a guided tour through the - [Mother’s Day Mixology](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/mothers-day-mixology/) - Treat Mom to an evening out together while you learn how to make the perfect drinks for your Mother’s Day celebration! Chef Anthony Caporale, star of “The Imbible” series of Off-Broadway musicals about spirits and cocktails, will take you on a guided tour through the history of these luxurious libations, and show you how to - [March Whiskey Masterclass: St. Patrick's Day Edition](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/march-whiskey-masterclass-st-patricks-day-edition/) - Mystic in March is basically asking for an Irish whiskey night! For this St. Patrick’s season class at Spencer & Lynn, we’re excited to welcome back our good pal Chef Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s award winning Institute of Culinary Education, for a lively evening centered on Irish whiskey, great stories, - [A Coffee Masterclass](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-coffee-masterclass/) - Join Chef Anthony Caporale for a deep-dive into the fascinating world of coffee! We'll explore the origins of this magical bean, follow its centuries-long journey to today's major coffee producing regions, and examine how the coffee crop is harvested and processed. We'll look at how roasting shapes the bean's flavor, review common roast levels, and - [A Martini Masterclass](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-martini-masterclass-2/) - Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? And how did this secret agent’s tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history of the martini is as intricate as any spy movie plot, but few are familiar with how the most famous drink in the world came - [Tequila and Mezcal Mixology](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/tequila-and-mezcal-mixology/) - Longing for some poolside tequila as our New England winter is drawing to a close? Well Chef Anthony, author and star of “The Imbible” series of hit New York musicals about the history of cocktails and spirits, will help elevate that margarita with some exceptional agave spirits! He’ll conduct a guided tasting of both tequila - [A Martini Masterclass](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-martini-masterclass-4/) - Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? And how did this secret agent’s tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history of the martini is as intricate as any spy movie plot, but few are familiar with how the most famous drink in the world came - [A Martini Masterclass](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-martini-masterclass-3/) - Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? And how did this secret agent’s tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history of the martini is as intricate as any spy movie plot, but few are familiar with how the most famous drink in the world came - [NY Restaurant Show Mocktail Demonstration](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/ny-restaurant-show-mocktail-demonstration/) - Chef Anthony Caporale is one of the most recognized and popular educators in the beverage industry, uniquely combining degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science with decades of restaurant management experience and an entertainment background that includes over 600 Off-Broadway performances. - [February Cocktail Masterclass: The Winter Survival Session!](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/february-cocktail-masterclass-the-winter-survival-session/) - Anthony Caporale On Surviving Winter, One Warm Drink at a Time! Join Us! Surviving Winter in New England calls for coffee cocktails done right. For the February installment of Spencer & Lynn’s Art of the Drink series, we’re welcoming our good friend Chef Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s award winning Institute - [Irish Whiskey Mixology](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/irish-whiskey-mixology/) - Join Chef Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s award-winning Institute of Culinary Education, for a special St. Patrick’s Day partner to our World of Whiskey tasting class! You’ll master the creation of three classic whiskey cocktails, including favorites like the Manhattan and the Old Fashioned. Then we’ll explore ways to customize these - [Garden to Glass: Amari Cocktail Class](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/garden-to-glass-amari-cocktail-class/) - Join acclaimed mixologist Anthony Caporale and explore the complex world of amari through the lens of their botanical foundations; earthy artichoke, bitter gentian root, soothing chamomile, warming cinchona bark, fragrant angelica, and aromatic wormwood. Participants will smell, taste, and compare fresh and dried versions of key ingredients to understand how maceration and distillation concentrate and - [Valentine’s Day Couples Cocktails](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/valentines-day-couples-cocktails/) - The couple that plays together stays together—and what’s more fun than making drinks for two? Join Chef Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s Institute of Culinary Education, as you learn to make amazing Couples Cocktails: a new way for partners to enjoy drinks together. Each presentation consists of two cocktails with complementary - [Cin Cin: An Exploration of Classic Italian Cocktails](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/cin-cin-an-exploration-of-classic-italian-cocktails/) - As part of the 2026 SoupyFest series of events, the United Theatre in partnership with the Dante Society of Westerly presents Anthony Caporale for a tasting and deep-dive into the evolution, ingredient history, and cultural significance of Italian cocktails. Anthony Caporale is an award-winning mixology author and star of “The Imbible” series of long-running Off-Broadway - [A Martini Masterclass](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-martini-masterclass/) - Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? And how did this secret agent’s tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history of the martini is as intricate as any spy movie plot, but few are familiar with how the most famous drink in the world came - [A Whiskey Masterclass](https://anthonycaporale.com/event/a-whiskey-masterclass/) - Whether you’re a dedicated Scotch drinker, a die-hard Bourbon fan, or if you just want to develop an appreciation for cask-aged spirits, this class is for you! 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