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BEVERAGE CONSULTING

Build a Beverage Program People Remember

Thoughtful cocktail menus, beverage strategy and staff education for restaurants and hospitality concepts in Austin and beyond.

BEYOND THE COCKTAIL

A Great Beverage Program Has to
Work Behind the Bar, Too.

A cocktail can look beautiful on paper and still fall apart during service. A strong beverage program considers flavor, execution, cost, speed, staff confidence and the guest experience together.

THE SERVICE

More Than Someone Pouring Drinks.

COCKTAIL MENU DEVELOPMENT

Original cocktails developed around your concept, cuisine, audience and operational needs.

BEVERAGE PROGRAM STRATEGY

Guidance on menu structure, spirit selection, pricing, balance and beverage direction.

RECIPE DEVELOPMENT

Standalone cocktail and beverage recipes developed for menus, campaigns, special projects and seasonal activations.

STAFF TRAINING AND EDUCATION

Practical training in product knowledge, technique, presentation and service confidence.

MENU REVIEW & OPTIMIZATION

Recommendations for flavor, variety, execution and guest appeal.

SEASONAL & SPECIALITY MENU

Seasonal refreshes and limited-time beverage concepts for special occasions and campaigns.

HOW I WORK?

Strategy First. Cocktails Second.

01

Discover

Your concept, cuisine, guests, goals and current bar operation.

02

Develop

Beverage direction, recipes and menu ideas built around those needs.

03

Refine

Taste, test and adjust for flavor, execution and consistency.

04

Implement

Final recipes, documentation and staff education to bring the program to life.

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WHY SUSHMITA?

Technique Meets Hospitality

My approach combines beverage education, hands-on hospitality experience and creative storytelling. My goal isn't simply a menu that photographs well. It's one your team can execute confidently and your guests will want to order again.

WSET LEVEL 2 SPIRITS · CALVADOS COMPETITION WINNER · BEVERAGE PROFESSIONAL

LET'S BUILD SOMETHING

Ready to Rethink Your Beverage Program?

Whether you're opening a new concept, refreshing an existing cocktail menu or strengthening your team's beverage knowledge, tell me what you're working on.

Better Drinks. Better Stories.
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