Contact Us
Contact Us
ADDRESS
Brandywine Bartending
241 Union Street
Vancouver
BC, Canada
V6A 0B4
Phone
Office: (604) 565-7708
info@brandywine.ca
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Reviews
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Reviews
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Such a good experience. Anyone interested in bartending should go here!! amazing, fun and welcoming environment. ~ Tori MacGregor: Essential Certificate Grad
It was fun, interactive and educational. i fXXXing loved it. ~ Caroline Verstappen: Industry Certificate Grad
These guys are great! We designed custom cocktails for our wedding and they were DELICIOUS!!! We used two of their recent grads as bartenders, and saved a few bucks while giving some new bartenders some real-world experience. Win Win! ~ Stephano: Cocktail Styling and Staff Placement Client
5 STARS - Good ppl ~ Dima Mekhlis: Restaurant Owner & Staff Placement Client
I took a 2 week long course at Brandywine and had an awesome time! I learnt more than I ever thought I would! Dave and Geoff are so patient and super knowledgeable. I would 100% recommend this class if you're a beginner who wants to become a bartender or you're just wanting to learn how to make some funky cocktails! ~ Clara A: Essential Certificate Grad
Extremely professional and knowledgeable, would recommend highly if you want to go beyond simple drink recipes, and understand the purpose behind every ingredient and technique. Sets you up very well to develop your own sophisticated style of bartending. Few bartending teachers would be able to offer an experience which Dave and Geoff created for our group. ~ Sherman Kwaii: UBC Team Building Coordinator
I've been to a couple bar tending schools now and this one is by far the best. You're not just learning to mix drinks here, you're learning how to become a "bartender". Everything was so personal, I felt like a friend first and a student second. These are the kind of people you want in your corner if your starting up or just need a refresher. Thanks a lot Dave and Geoff you earned this review. ~ Dean: Industry Certificate Grad
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Who We Are
ABOUT BRANDYWINE
Who We Are
ABOUT BRANDYWINE
OUR MISION
Brandywine Bartending School supplies the hospitality and private sector with professionally trained bartenders and staff. Through mentorship and practical education our students acquire the skills necessary to outperform their competitors, work as a team, and become the most sought after job applicants.
About Brandywine
Established in 2011 by hospitality expert team of brothers, Dave and Geoff Mott, they modernized bartending training in Vancouver. Brandywine has become a highly recognized trade school, team building venue, and private cocktail bar.
Brandywine provides classes in bartending and serving skills for entry level applicants, as well as experienced service staff wishing to retrain or up their game as cocktail makers.
Our instructors share their knowledge of spirits, wine, and the preparation of drinks through a true to life experience at the Brandywine bar where fresh garnish, genuine cocktail ingredients, beer, and wine are used.
Brandywine's job placement program arranges work for grads through private events and our network of contacts in Vancouver.
Master the Modern Cocktail.
"I just had my first gig as a bartender last night and made some great money ... I came with absolutely no experience in the hospitality industry whatsoever, but in two weeks I had acquired a whole range of new skills and knowledge. They really work hard to ensure that you learn and understand the material. What's more, after you graduate the guys will help you retool your resume, and try to help connect you with a job."
Erik: Advanced Cocktail Grad
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Location
METHODOLOGY TO MIXOLOGY
Location
METHODOLOGY TO MIXOLOGY
We are LOCATED AT 241 union street
Free and metered street Parking is available directly across from our location and in the neighbourhood. The school is located 3 blocks from the Main Street Science World Skytrain Station and on all major bus routes in the area.
3 Main/Downtown
9 Fraser/Downtown
22 Knight/MacDonald
Use the trip planner above or call us for directions before your first day of class.
Brandywine is Wheelchair accessible
DAVE MOTT
Owner and Head Bartender
Dave Mott has over 25 years experience as a professional bartender and server; working as a lead cocktail competitor, fine dining waiter, pub manager, barman, buffet and catering event producer, nightclub owner, and wine and cocktail menu consultant in The Lower mainland, Vancouver Island and Whistler, BC.
David recently worked the bar at The Oakwood Canadian Bistro as a designated trainer and head bartender. In addition to his long career in hospitality training he is also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Victoria. Dave is Co-Artistic Producer of Upintheair Theatre Society - www.upintheairtheatre.com. Dave is an actor, director and playwright and teaches acting, play creation and physical theatre technique at Van Arts Institute of Media Arts. www.vanarts.com
Cocktail Awards:
Invited Competitor – Deighton Cup 2015/16/17
1st Place – Art of the Cocktail: City vs City Challenge 2013
2nd Place – Made with Love – People’s Choice 2013
2nd Place – Barefoot Bistro International Caesar Battle 2012