About Baltic Bar Academy
At the Baltic Bar Academy, we’re more than just a school; we’re a passionate community of bartenders, mixologists, and cocktail enthusiasts who share a common love for the craft of bartending. Our journey began with a simple idea – to create a space where individuals from all walks of life could come together to explore the art and science of mixology.
Our Philosophy
We believe that bartending is not just a profession; it’s an art form. It’s about creativity, precision, and the ability to transform simple ingredients into unforgettable experiences. With this philosophy at our core, we’ve set out to inspire and nurture the bartenders of tomorrow.
Excellence in Education
Our academy is committed to providing the highest quality education in bartending. Whether you’re a complete novice looking to start a new career or an experienced bartender eager to refine your skills, our courses are designed to meet your needs. Led by a team of industry experts, our instructors bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the classroom.
Innovation and Tradition
We embrace both the time-honored traditions of bartending and the latest innovations in mixology. Our courses are a blend of the classics and the avant-garde, ensuring that our students are well-equipped to excel in the ever-evolving world of cocktails.
Community and Networking
Beyond education, we foster a sense of community among our students. We provide opportunities for networking, collaboration, and connection with fellow enthusiasts and industry professionals. It’s not just about what you learn in the classroom; it’s also about the relationships you build along the way.
Get to Know Our Bartending Experts!
Journey to Bartending Excellence Starts with US
Rudolfs
I have been working in the hospitality industry for almost a decade. I started my career in the beverage industry as a dishwasher and soon I was attached to the "syringe" in making cocktails. After that, my dedication to work and enthusiasm were appreciated by my employers and I was already appointed to the position of senior bartender, and I was able to create my own drink menus, events and contribute to the development of the business of the bar and myself.
With my passion and love for this fantastically beautiful culture, I have also traveled the world, participating in various competitions such as: Havana Club GrandPrix, where after winning the Latvian final, I went on to fight for the victory in the global final in Havana, Cuba.
Four Roses Mellow Mixing in the Baltic finals and won the opportunity to visit Kentucky Bourbon’s home in America, as well as taking part in the World Class bartending competitions for several years in a row, he won a place on the podium in the Baltic finals.
It is not only my experience in the cocktail industry that makes me recognizable, but also the high standards of hospitality, which are appreciated by everyday guests when they visit the bars, hospitality concepts and outings that I manage. I have also worked as a teacher at a bartending school, where I improved my knowledge and learned how to directly teach and inspire. Realizing how important the future and the next generation are in any industry, I threw myself into the creation of new bartending courses with great vigor.
I’ve always believed that your team is only as good as the worst member or your drink list is only as good as the least popular cocktail on it.
Cocktail making can be taught, but hospitality comes from the heart.
Wishing you cocktails, love and joy of life.
Rūdofls Milzarājs
Edgars
Manager of bars and restaurants since 2009.
Driven by curiosity, Edgars together with his colleagues from Bar Department, was one of the first to visit Berlin Bar Convent and Moscow bar show, the largest institutions of the European bar industry. Founded a bartending school and, over the past 10 years, has trained more than 1,400 industry representatives in a wide variety of training programs.
Head of the World Class Latvia bartending program and competition since 2017. Head of the World Class Latvia bartending program and competition since 2017.
Diageo Bar academy instructor since 2019. Traveled to various beverage factories in Scotland, France, Mexico, Switzerland, USA, Ireland and the Netherlands. Obtained the internationally recognized Wset Level 2 alcohol certificate.
Edgars is still an innovative and curious team member, a shoulder and support for anyone who aspired to something broader in the beverage industry.
