Hi, I'm Rick!

I love cocktails and my aim is to share that love of cocktails with you. From Manhattans to Mai Tais, Gimlets to Flips, and everything in between, I want to make sure that you are having the best possible drinking experience in the comfort of your own home. I always tell my friends: "I'm not looking for you to drink more...JUST BETTER"!

"Never miss a party - good for the nerves..."

F. Scott Fitzgerald

As a certified mixologist, I would love to bring the class and elegance of craft cocktails to your next gathering. I have done this for private parties, formal dinners, and office events throughout the Hudson Valley and have also been commissioned to design signature cocktails for milestone moments. You can find more details and packages on my Events page.

Richard Regan

"Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime."

Maimonides

Okay, we've got your next party covered. But what about you? Maybe it's Tuesday and you just want to fix yourself a nice Martini. Or you're having a few people over after work - very impromptu - but still, you'd like to fix them something nice to drink. Well, this is where my day job comes in. I am a music teacher. A really good one. My award-winning career spans almost three decades and I can bring my passion for education right to your home in the form of classic cocktails. My tutorials are perfect for intimate gatherings where you and I (and maybe a few like-minded friends) will talk cocktail basics. I will show you how to stir that Martini to perfection (yes, STIR...you'll learn why in class) or how and why we shake that oh-so-refreshing Margarita. I'll bring all my tools, talk about history, and we can even use my specialty glassware. You can find more details and packages on my Master Class page.

So whether we're talking classic cocktails, modern riffs, or signature creations - for office events, cocktail dinners, or a class at home, let's discuss what I could bring to the table...well, bar for you.

Rick Regan, PCC

Katlyn

I would highly recommend Thin Man Cocktails to anyone interested in craft and specialty cocktails. With bars being mostly shut down this past year, I thought this would be the perfect idea to bring the bar home for a fun night in so I signed up for the Stirred (not shaken) class. Rick made sure I was set up with all the proper tools and his knowledge and passion for cocktails made the class so informative and inspiring. I had such a positive experience I decided to sign up for the second All Shook Up class as well. This would be a great night in with a group of friends or even by yourself to further your knowledge and enjoy some delicious drinks! Highly recommend!!!!

Katlyn
Hamburg, NJ

Megan

My sister reached out to Rick to commission a bespoke cocktail for my bridal shower and it could not have been more perfect.  The ‘Megan’s Garden’ was the full package - delicious, aromatic, and perfectly matched the theme of the event and my personal style.  A truly complex, yet approachable cocktail; Rick created an incredible mix of liquors and custom-made syrups and finishing sprays, topped with my favorite champagne in a beautiful etched glass.  It truly evoked a garden on a warm spring’s day and the ingredients looked beautiful behind the bar, to boot!  I could not recommend Rick and his cocktails more for your next event.

Megan
Arlington, VA

Dan

I had been hosting annual whiskey dinners for years when someone suggested we change it up by bringing Rick into pair cocktails with the food instead. This was a few years ago and we haven't looked back since. Weeks in advance, Rick reviews the menu with me or the chef (sometimes I have it catered) and perfectly pairs a cocktail with each course.  The night of the dinner, he shows up with all his gear (including special glassware) and gets to work.  He then presents a cocktail as each course is served, complete with the origin story and reason for the pairing.  To say that the cocktails are unbelievably good would be an understatement.  And his courtesy and professionalism are top-shelf.  Rick Regan from Thin Man Cocktails will absolutely turn your evening into a memorable experience for you and your guests.

Dan
Warwick, NY

Darryl, Brotherly Grub BBQ, Accord NY

I had the pleasure of collaborating with Rick for a private Bourbon and Barbecue Dinner. I catered the food and Rick was commissioned to create the cocktails. From stemware to homemade bitters crafted to match their intended pairing, Rick’s attention to detail is truly unparalleled! After we discussed the menu, Rick went to work crafting the pairings. We met shortly before the event so that he could sample the food and put the finishing touches on his unique cocktails. I was blown away by how he was able to create a seamless progression of drinks that perfectly matched the different courses for the night. If you’re looking for someone with a passion for creating amazing drinks, Rick is your man!

Darryl
Brotherly Grub BBQ, Accord NY