Seasonal. Artful. Unforgettable.

Cocktail Experiences by

Scott Beattie

garden-to-glass

Cocktail Classes, Private Events & Bar Programs

Rooted in the bounty of Sonoma County and inspired by a deep respect for craft, Scott Beattie has spent two decades redefining cocktails with a garden-to-glass approach that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.  Scott believes that great cocktails start with great ingredients, thoughtful technique, and a bit of inspiration. Whether leading immersive mixology classes, hosting hands-on team-building events, or curating unforgettable gatherings, Scott shares how cocktails are more than drinks—they are experiences, they are stories in a glass, and, above all,  they are meant to be shared.

as featured in:

  • Town & Country
A display of various liquor bottles arranged on a wooden table, including Bordiga vermouth and aperitivo. A fresh orange and zester are also present. The background features vibrant greenery and yellow-orange flowers.

COCKTAIL CLASS:

Mixology 101 - Stirred, Shaken, or Made Fizzy

Available at The Madrona, Barndiva, or in the comfort of your own home!

Scott offers custom cocktail classes in Healdsburg or on-site in private homes, providing all necessary spirits and ingredients for an unforgettable experience. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or as a unique activity on its own, each class is a hands-on introduction to the art of mixology and a chance to learn and explore.

Participants will explore a curated selection of time-tested recipes featuring a range of spirits and cocktail styles—including stirred, shaken, and fizzy drinks. For those with specific preferences or dislikes, Scott can tailor EACH class to focus on select spirits or techniques. Customization is always encouraged.

Using peak-season ingredients, Scott guides guests through foundational mixology techniques before leading them through 8–12 drink stations, each featuring a unique cocktail. The menu includes both timeless classics and original creations from Scott’s celebrated career. Expect a beautifully styled setup with fresh herbs, edible flowers, hand-squeezed juices, custom ice, and an array of seasonal ingredients—all designed to elevate the experience and spark creativity.

Group of people posing for a photo at an outdoor gathering, with tables covered in white cloths and flower arrangements in the background. The setting is framed by a wooden pergola and lush greenery.

CORPORATE EVENTS:

Team Building Classes with Iron Bartender

Available at The Madrona, Barndiva, or at your corporate offsite location.

Scott Beattie’s team-building cocktail class brings camaraderie, creativity, and a little friendly competition to the mix. Designed specifically for corporate groups, this high-energy experience blends cocktail education with a spirited twist: an “Iron Bartender” challenge.

The class begins with a 20–30 minute tutorial covering the three essential cocktail-making methods: stirring, shaking, and building drinks with fizzy mixers like soda, tonic, or Prosecco. Scott will demonstrate proper techniques and guide the group through making three classic cocktails—typically an Old Fashioned, a Margarita, and a Mojito.

After the group has mastered the basics, participants break into small teams for the main event. A surprise table is revealed, overflowing with herbs, edible flowers, seasonal fruits, house-made syrups, liqueurs, specialty ice, spirits, and natural sodas. Teams are given approximately 45 minutes to collaborate and create an original cocktail to present to a panel of judges.

The class concludes with a tasting, judging, and the awarding of prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. This lively and interactive experience is ideal for strengthening team bonds and capturing unforgettable moments.

Person holding a glass with iced cocktail, strawberries, and mint, wearing green dress and gold jewelry.

EVENTS:

Private Event Cocktail Experiences

From intimate gatherings to elegant celebrations, Scott Beattie brings a one-of-a-kind cocktail experience to your event—blending exceptional hospitality with his signature garden-to-glass approach. Each menu is thoughtfully tailored, featuring top-shelf spirits, hand-squeezed juices, seasonal garnishes, and visually striking ingredients sourced from Sonoma County farms and beyond.

Whether you're hosting a private dinner, wedding weekend, winery event, or luxury retreat, Scott crafts cocktails that become a conversation piece —balancing flavor, artistry, and ambiance. With a background in Michelin-starred restaurants and a passion for detail, every drink is as beautiful as it is Delicious.

Bar service packages can include custom cocktail design, bar styling, full ingredient and equipment sourcing, professional bartenders, and interactive elements upon request.

Bar Program Consulting

Crafted Expertise. Elevated Execution.

Scott Beattie offers full-spectrum bar consulting for both new openings and established venues, bringing decades of experience, creative vision, and operational expertise to every project. From local favorites to Michelin-starred destinations, he’s shaped some of California’s most celebrated bar programs—including Cyrus, Bar Crenn, Goose & Gander, Spoonbar, BarDiva, Hog Island, Watershed Mill Valley, Meadowood, Bollywood, and Protégé.

Existing Bars

Refine and elevate your program with:

  • Custom cocktail menu development

  • Staff training and service standards

  • Inventory systems and cost controls

  • Strategic drink pricing for optimal margins

New Openings

Set your bar up for success from day one with:

  • Equipment and layout recommendations

  • Bespoke menu design

  • Inventory setup and purchasing systems

  • Hiring support for bar managers and staff

“Scott Beattie is a heavyweight mixologist who literally wrote the book on artisanal cocktails.”

— Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations

“Beattie is a local mixology legend.”

— New York Times

"This jewel box of a restaurant features an outstanding bar that showcases an innovative seasonal cocktail list overseen by mixologist Scott Beattie—his Manhattan made with vanilla-infused bourbon is a perfect counterpoint to a day of wine tasting."

—Bon Appétit

“His seasonal collection of gorgeous cocktails goes beyond artisanal and well into obsession.  Each concoction is crafted with balance, texture, beauty, and innovation, right down to the last perfect ice cube.”

— Nancy Oakes, James Beard-award winning chef/owner of Boulevard Restaurant

"The most extreme practitioner of this cocktailian focus on fresh and local ingredients is Cyrus's Scott Beattie. The drinks Beattie makes with this bounty are uniformly gorgeous. And Beattie's virgin versions of several drinks are so good that you barely miss the booze."

—Gourmet

"Scott Beattie of Healdsburg's Cyrus restaurant turns cocktail creation into an extreme sport."

—Linda Murphy, San Francisco Chronicle

Two cocktails on a table, one with red cherries and mint leaves, and the other with cucumber slices and herbs.
Person shaking cocktail shaker at an outdoor bar with bottles, glasses, and a bowl of limes on the counter, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

Behind the Bar

Scott Beattie

Born and raised in San Francisco, Scott Beattie began bartending at The Blue Light, Azie, and Wolfgang Puck’s Postrio while studying English at UC Berkeley. In 2001, he moved to Napa Valley and joined the opening bar team at Martini House, helping craft a classically rooted, seasonal cocktail program.

Scott’s talent caught the eye of restaurateurs Nick Peyton and Douglas Keane, who brought him on as Bar Manager at the soon-to-open Cyrus in Healdsburg. The restaurant quickly earned a rare 4-star San Francisco Chronicle review and two Michelin stars, setting a new standard for fine dining in Sonoma County. At Cyrus, Scott developed his signature “garden-to-glass” approach—sourcing from local farms and foraging nearby woods to create hyper-seasonal cocktails.

His work garnered national acclaim in Food & Wine, Gourmet, Playboy, Afar, and more, leading to the release of his debut book, Artisanal Cocktails, in 2008. The book earned an IACP nomination and a feature on Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations, helping to usher in a new era of farm-driven mixology and inspiring bartenders and home enthusiasts alike.

Drinks Inspired by the Seasons

Two refreshing cocktails on a tiled table in sunlight. One is a tall glass with red fruit slices, mint, and floral garnishes; the other is a short glass with cucumber slices, herbs, and a small yellow flower.
Blue glass flower pots shaped like human heads, each holding a small plant with purple leaves and flowers, placed on a tray in sunlight.
Two pink cocktails, one in a short glass with ice and purple flowers, the other in a tall glass with cucumber slices and garnish, set against a grassy background.
Decorative glass with mint garnish and reflective surface
Image of a chalkboard menu labeled "LATINUM by Salesforce," featuring signature cocktails by Scott Beattie. The menu lists cocktails with names like Fresa Flaca, Gin Tonica, Margarita Picante, and others. In front of the menu are five colorful cockta
Four men standing together, smiling, each holding a drink, in a casual setting with a dark background.
Cocktails with a dog's face printed on the foam, surrounded by bowls of garnishes.
Four glasses of cocktail with sliced fruit and white swirls on top, placed on a light wooden table.
Three servers holding trays of orange cocktails with sliced oranges and edible flowers in a formal event setting.
Glasses of orange cocktails with orange slices and flowers
Two glasses of orange cocktails with slices of lemon and orange, garnished with white flowers, placed on a wicker tray in outdoor setting.
Colorful cocktail with orange and lime slices, garnished with flowers and mint, on a wooden table.
Three cocktails with citrus and herb garnishes on a table.
Glasses of orange-colored cocktails with orange slices and lemon peels marked with "K&M."
Three glasses filled with liquid and colorful flowers, each with ice, against a dark background with reflections.
Two glasses of lemonade garnished with lime slices and mint, set on a decorative tray with a green grass background.
Pink cocktail with ice, garnished with flowers and herbs, next to a menu.
A glass of liquid with an orange peel featuring 'Thank You Firefighters' text, next to a bowl of oranges also printed with 'Thank You Firefighters' inscriptions.
Man in a blue suit and sunglasses holding floral drinks outdoors.
Various cocktails with floral garnishes and images printed on the foam, displayed on a bar counter.
Two people in aprons holding cocktails with images printed on the foam.
Cocktails with printed images on frothy surfaces
A server dressed in a vest and tie holding a tray of cocktails garnished with lime slices and flowers, standing outside near a window and greenery.
Colorful patterned glass with red drink, garnished with ice and small flowers, hands placing garnish.
Colorful mixed bouquet of flowers including pink, purple, blue, white, and orange blooms.
Elegant cocktail in a stemmed glass garnished with three dark cherries on a skewer, against a patterned background.
Glass of pink cocktail with ice, sliced strawberries, and white flower garnish on a wooden surface.
People at a social event or party gathering around a bar with drinks, featuring a bartender serving cocktails with lemon slices, and attendees in casual attire.
Three glasses of iced drinks garnished with grapes and autumn leaves, set against a backdrop of colorful fall foliage.
Group of people posing at an outdoor gathering with drinks and gift bags, surrounded by tables with flowers and greenery overhead.
Two pink cocktails with ice, garnished with colorful edible flowers on a wooden surface.
Three glasses with ice cubes and flowers inside, with a hand reaching for one.
A man in a casual white shirt and jeans is shaking a cocktail shaker while standing at a wooden table outdoors. The table is set with various bottles, a glass with ice, and a bowl of limes. The setting is lush and green, with vibrant orange and yello
Colorful refreshments and toppings on a table, featuring multiple clear cups with mixed drinks and straws, surrounded by a variety of sliced fruits, vegetables, and garnishes in bowls, arranged in a vivid color spectrum.
Two tall glasses of iced lime drinks with lime slices and fresh herb sprigs on a decorative tray by water.
Cocktail menu and three cocktails with colorful garnishes on a wooden table.
A woman smiling and holding a glass with a frothy beverage garnished with colorful flowers, standing outdoors next to a person in a blue shirt.
A selection of bottles with labels on a wooden table including Bordiga and Americano. There is an orange and a peeler in front, with orange and yellow flowers and greenery in the background.
Decorative glasses with ice and green leaves on a wooden table.
A man giving thumbs up behind a bar displaying various colorful cocktails in glasses, with bottles and barware in the background.
Group of people posing outdoors under a pergola, holding drinks, surrounded by greenery.
Purple cocktail with colorful edible flowers and green leaves floating on top, set against a black background.

Let’s Stir
Something Up

Whether it’s a party, class, or team-building experience —Scott’s got the shaker ready.

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