Background
  • Head Mixologist·
  • Bar supervisor·
  • Ireland, Brazil, Spain

Raul Favin
Mixologist

Over five years of bar experience, including two years crafting award-worthy cocktails at the Arkle Bar & Restaurant, Glenroyal Hotel. Creator of the Raspberry Shoda — for a while the hotel's top-selling cocktail. Now bringing that craft to Málaga, Spain.

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About meMaynooth, Ireland → Málaga, Spain

About me

Crafting Experiences,
Not Just Cocktails

With over five years of bar and hotel experience, two of which I served as Head Mixologist at the prestigious Arkle Bar & Restaurant within the Glenroyal Hotel in Maynooth, Ireland — one of the country's finest 4-star hotel properties. In that role I was responsible for the full cocktail programme: from menu conception and ingredient sourcing to team training and guest experience.

My philosophy is simple: every glass tells a story. Whether it is a classic reimagined with an Irish twist or a seasonal creation built around a moment in the calendar, I believe a great cocktail should surprise, delight, and be remembered long after the last sip.

  • 5

    Years of bar experience

  • #1

    Best-Selling Cocktail at Glenroyal Hotel

  • 4★

    Hotel Standard

Crafted with
Intention

Every glass tells a story. Three of the drinks that define the craft — and the bartender behind them.

Glenroyal Hotel — Maynooth

Raspberry Shoda

The cocktail that put Raul on the map. An indulgent fusion of vibrant raspberry and citrus elegance. Raspberry vodka and limoncello create a bright, velvety core, balanced with fresh lemon juice and raspberry purée. Crowned with a luxurious silk foam with Chambord and house-made raspberry syrup, delivering a smooth, creamy finish with deep berry richness. The hotel's top-selling cocktail for two consecutive seasons.

Tasting Notes

  • Raspberry vodka
  • Limoncello
  • Fresh raspberry
  • Lemon citrus
  • Chambord silk foam
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Classic

Smoked Negroni

The timeless Negroni elevated with tableside cherrywood smoke. Campari bitterness meets vermouth rosso in perfect, brooding balance — finished under a glass cloche.

  • Campari bitter
  • Cherrywood smoke
  • Sweet vermouth
  • Orange peel
Signature

Tropical Tennessee

A bold Tennessee whiskey cocktail layered with tropical brightness. Jack Daniels warmth meets passion fruit and pineapple sweetness, sharpened by fresh lime and lifted with a subtle orange liqueur finish — smooth, vibrant, and dangerously easy to drink.

  • Whiskey
  • Passion fruit
  • Pineapple juice
  • Orange liqueur

Showing 3 of 3 cocktails— signature, classics, mocktails & spritzes

Seasonal
Limited Editions

Seasonal & Special Occasions

Bespoke cocktail programmes designed to mark the calendar's most celebrated occasions — each crafted to reflect the spirit of the season in flavour, colour, and presentation.

Mother's Day

Floral & Aromatic

Elegant, floral creations designed to celebrate and delight — light, aromatic, and beautifully presented with edible flowers.

Tasting Notes

  • Elderflower
  • Rose petal
  • Citrus blossom
  • Edible flowers
St. Patrick's Day

Irish Heritage

Irish-forward cocktails celebrating local spirits and heritage — built around whiskey, stout, and time-honoured Dublin classics.

Tasting Notes

  • Irish whiskey
  • Stout reduction
  • Honey
  • Smoked oak
Halloween

Dark & Theatrical

Smoky presentations, deep crimson colours, and unexpected flavour twists crafted to match the spirit of the season.

Tasting Notes

  • Jagermeister
  • Blackberry
  • Cherry
  • Cranberry
Valentine's Day

Romance in a Glass

Rose-infused spirits, deep berry tones, and delicate garnishes to set the mood for a perfect evening.

Tasting Notes

  • Rose gin
  • Raspberry
  • Champagne
  • Rose leaf

Professional Journey

Career Timeline

Background

Education & Certifications

  • Feb 2019 – Dec 2022Hotel Management DegreeCentro Universitário Senac – Porto AlegreNFQ Level 6 Equivalent

    Hotel management, HR, tourism, event organization, and food & beverage service.

  • Jul 2018Professional Waiter CourseCentro Universitário Senac – Porto Alegre

    Customer service, hygiene standards, food presentation, and basic mixology techniques.

Certifications

  • Heineken TrainingJul 2025
    Dublin

    Training on how to change a keg, how to pour the perfect draft beer, and the history of the company.

  • Wine TrainingAug 2025 and Feb 2026
    Glenroyal Hotel – Maynooth

    Wine tasting with a wide variety of wine lists, analyzing aromas, tasting notes, and flavors, as well as pairing with restaurant menus and wine sales..

  • Advanced Mixology TechniquesAug 2022
    Art Flair – Porto Alegre

    Molecular mixology, cocktail theory, and presentation. Recognized for original cocktail creation.

  • Intensive Bartender CourseJul 2023
    Entertainment School – Rio de Janeiro

    Comprehensive bartending, bar operations, and customer service training.

  • Microsoft Excel CourseJul–Aug 2022
    Centro Universitário Senac – Porto Alegre

    Spreadsheet design, data analysis, and formula application.

Communication

Languages

Open to Work

Now Seeking
Málaga Opportunities

After two remarkable years building the cocktail programme at Glenroyal Hotel, I am relocating to Málaga, Spain, and actively seeking my next challenge. I am open to roles as Head Mixologist, Bar Manager, or Senior Bartender at hotels, resorts, and cocktail bars in the Málaga area.

If you are looking for someone who brings creativity, precision, and a proven track record of creating cocktails that guests keep coming back for — let's talk.

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