Mr Flavour x Aston Martin
Premium Cocktail Bar Hire
When Aston Martin Manchester unveiled the new Vantage, the occasion demanded a bespoke cocktail bar.
It required an experience crafted with the same precision, performance focus, and refinement as one of the world’s most iconic sports cars.
For a guest list curated exclusively for high-net-worth individuals, long-standing collectors, and Aston Martin Manchester’s most valued clients, every detail needed to feel intentional, elevated, and unmistakably luxurious.
Why Aston Martin Manchester Chose a Bespoke Cocktail Bar Experience
A bespoke cocktail bar experience was a natural fit for Aston Martin Manchester, not only because of the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship and detail, but also due to Mr Flavour’s proven track record within the luxury automotive sector.
Having previously delivered successful activations for Aston Martin London, Mr Flavour came recommended to the Manchester team as a partner that understands the expectations, pacing and subtlety required for high-value client events. Beyond Aston Martin, the team’s portfolio includes luxury brand experiences for Bentley, McLaren and Formula 1 environments, reinforcing strong credibility at the highest level.
The ability to design tailored, brand-led signature cocktails added the personalised touch Aston Martin Manchester was looking for — transforming the drinks service into a considered extension of the launch experience rather than a supporting element.
Mr Flavour was appointed to design and deliver a fully bespoke luxury cocktail bar experience combining signature serves, molecular techniques, branded details, and a hospitality team trained specifically for high-end VIP environments.
Every cocktail was engineered to mirror Aston Martin’s ethos: bold yet refined, technically precise, and designed to leave a lasting impression
A Premium Event With Purpose: Celebrating the New Aston Martin Vantage
The launch of the new Aston Martin Vantage in Manchester was far more than a showroom reveal.
It was an immersive brand moment, bringing together engineering excellence, modern British luxury, and an elevated guest experience.
Guests were invited to explore the Vantage up close while moving through a curated cocktail journey built exclusively for the evening.
Automotive craftsmanship and experiential mixology were woven together into a seamless narrative — one that felt authentic to the Aston Martin brand at every touchpoint.
The brief was clear:
Create a refined, high-impact cocktail experience worthy of one of the most celebrated performance cars in the world.
Crafting the Concept: A Luxury Cocktail Experience Built Around the Brand
Designing an event bar for an automotive marque like Aston Martin is never a templated solution.
Every element — from flavour profiles and glassware selection to service choreography and bar design must reflect brand identity to deliver the ultimate bespoke cocktail bar.
This was how we did it:-
1. Brand-Led Cocktail Development
A menu of three bespoke signature cocktails was developed for the launch, each designed to express a different facet of the Aston Martin Vantage.
The bespoke cocktail bar drinks needed to be:
- Visually striking without feeling theatrical for its own sake
- Operationally efficient for a premium showroom environment
- Aligned with modern luxury palate preferences
- Capable of being personalised subtly for VIP guests
Each serve balanced familiarity with innovation — ensuring guests felt comfortable exploring the menu while still experiencing something genuinely distinctive.
2. A Bespoke Cocktail Bar Setup Designed for Showroom Spaces
A luxury bespoke cocktail bar installation was supplied, engineered for high-volume service without compromising aesthetics. The bar was designed to integrate seamlessly with the Manchester showroom environment — complementing the cars rather than competing with them.
Features included:
- Clean, architectural lines
- A nod to the infamous Aston Martin green
- Optional LED illumination
- Refined branded detailing such as on the menus
- Optimised back-bar layout for quiet, efficient service
3. Hospitality Tailored for HNWI Audiences
Luxury Cocktails
Service level defines luxury.
For this event, the team consisted of senior mixologists and hospitality professionals trained specifically for VIP and HNWI engagement.
Staff operated with confidence, discretion, and polish — understanding when to engage, when to step back, and how to anticipate guest expectations.
4. High-Impact Presentation Without Excess
Every visual detail mattered for the bespoke cocktail bar
From molecular foams to precision garnishing and branded edible elements, each cocktail was designed to look as refined as it tasted. Presentation took cues from high-end London cocktail bars — sophisticated, restrained, and impeccably executed.
Guests were served drinks that felt editorial-worthy without overshadowing the core focus of the evening: the Vantage itself.
The Signature Cocktail Menu Created for the Vantage Launch
As showcased on the official printed menu distributed at the event, three bespoke cocktails were created exclusively for Aston Martin Manchester.
Spicy Margarita
Tequila, triple sec, coriander, chilli and mango, finished with spicy salt
A bold reinterpretation of a modern classic. This cocktail delivered layered heat balanced by tropical sweetness, resulting in a vibrant yet controlled flavour profile.
Inspiration:
The energetic, performance-driven nature of the Vantage — responsive, confident, and unapologetically modern.
This became one of the most talked-about serves of the night, offering guests something familiar yet distinctly elevated.
S Series Espresso Martini
Vodka, Kahlua, espresso, with cinnamon or gingerbread notes
Smooth, powerful, and refined — a cocktail that mirrors Aston Martin’s performance heritage.
Guests were offered a choice of subtle seasonal inflections, allowing light personalisation without disrupting consistency. This proved particularly popular with long-standing Aston Martin clients who appreciate classic serves with an added layer of craft.
Aston Aerodynamic (Hero Serve)
Gin, bergamot, peach, thyme and white grape, finished with molecular foam, edible Aston Martin logo and flash-paper ignition
Created exclusively for Aston Martin Manchester, this cocktail served as the centrepiece of the experience.
It showcased the full creative spectrum of Mr Flavour’s experiential mixology:
- White molecular foam reflecting aerodynamic design language
- Edible Aston Martin logo placed with precision
- Flash-paper ignition for controlled theatrical impact
- A bright citrus-botanical profile aligned with modern luxury tastes
This was a cocktail designed not just to be consumed, but remembered.
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Custom Cocktail Development for Brand Activations
Signature cocktails act as a powerful storytelling tool.
Each ingredient is selected with intention, balancing:
- Guest preference trends
- Visual presentation
- Narrative alignment
- Operational speed
For Aston Martin, the menu incorporated molecular techniques, edible branding and theatrical accents — all delivered within the constraints of a live showroom environment.
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Why Luxury Automotive Brands Invest in Experiential Cocktails
Events of this calibre are not about simply serving drinks. They are about reinforcing brand perception.
Luxury automotive brands choose experiential cocktail concepts because they deliver:
Brand Storytelling
Flavours, aromas and presentation combine to reflect brand identity. Bespoke cocktail bars align themselves with the senses that are in sync with the brand.
VIP-Level Hospitality
HNWI expect swift, seamless service delivered with discretion.
Built-In Social Amplification
Signature serves naturally generate content. The Aston Aerodynamic was filmed and photographed consistently throughout the night.
Smooth Guest Flow
A well-designed bespoke bar prevents queues and maintains event momentum.
Flair Bartenders & Performance Mixology
A senior performance bartender was included as part of the service team, delivering refined flair tailored to a luxury automotive environment. The perfect addon to a bespoke cocktail bar.
This approach prioritised:
- Clean technique
- Elegant movement
- Consistency of execution
Rather than exaggerated flair, guests experienced skill with restraint — perfectly suited to the setting.
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Behind the Scenes: Operational Delivery
Delivering an event at this level requires meticulous planning and controlled execution.
Pre-Event Preparation
- Ingredient batching and prep
- Molecular foam production
- Edible logo printing
- Safety checks for ignition elements
- Glassware planning for high-volume service
- Setup timelines aligned with Aston Martin’s media schedule
On-Site Execution
- Silent installation without disrupting showroom operations
- Optimised bar station flow
- Staff briefed on guest profiles and service tone
- Safety-managed theatrical elements
Post-Event
- Clean, trace-free breakdown
- Debrief and performance analysis
Guest Response
The Aston Aerodynamic quickly became the defining moment of the evening.
Guests paused, filmed, shared and discussed the serve. Feedback from Aston Martin’s leadership team highlighted how closely the cocktails aligned with the Vantage reveal — modern, powerful and refined.
For many attendees, this was their first experience of molecular mixology within an automotive setting, elevating the overall perception of the launch.
Working With Corporate Event Planners
Mr Flavour collaborates with corporate event planners and brand teams across the UK to deliver high-impact product launches, showcases and VIP events.
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Experience spans luxury automotive, technology, finance, fashion and hospitality sectors.
Why Brands Choose Mr Flavour for Luxury Activations
✔ Bespoke cocktail development aligned to brand identity
✔ Experiential elements including molecular foams and edible branding
✔ Premium bespoke cocktail bar design tailored to venue and visuals
✔ Hospitality teams trained for HNWI engagement
✔ Fast, consistent service during peak moments
✔ Drinks engineered for social visibility
✔ Nationwide coverage including Manchester, London and Birmingham