Mixologist inspired by French culture

Chris Moore is a mixologist and the owner of Coupette, London. He recently conducted a masterclass at The Whitefield Arms in VR Bengaluru. He says that bartending is no longer seen as a profession with very little longevity. “Bartenders hold a certain power over your night. I was drawn to that,” says Moore. His bar is heavily inspired by French flavours. “Quintessentially French products like champagne, cognac or heritage wines are the foundation of mixology. Besides, I have always admired the country’s sense of timelessness and quality in everything they do,” he says.The mixologist leans towards more delicate flavours, which he says is based on personal preference. It takes him and his team of four around two months on average to create a cocktail.When asked about the perception of cocktails as feminine, he says, “If someone likes their whiskey neat and another likes it in a cocktail, that’s just a matter of preference.”He says that alcohol must be enjoyed and not consumed simply for getting drunk. “Not only is drinking to get drunk very unhealthy, it’s quite like having sex only to make babies,” he concludes.