The Story Behind The Art Of Shaking

The Art of Shaking was founded by Luca Missaglia and Simone Caporale—two industry leaders with a shared vision to elevate bartending through creativity, technique, and world-class education. What began as their passion project has grown into a global platform, bringing together the expertise of some of the world’s best bartenders. TAOS was created to inspire and empower bartenders at every level, offering a space to learn, evolve, and push the boundaries of what’s possible behind the bar.

Meet The Founders

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Luca Missaglia

Luca Missaglia is a globally respected bartender, consultant, and educator with years of experience in the hospitality industry. Known for his passion for mentoring and innovative approach to bar culture, Luca co-founded The Art of Shaking to share his knowledge and help bartenders around the world elevate their craft. His mission is to make expert education accessible, practical, and inspiring.

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Simone Caporale

Simone Caporale is one of the most celebrated names in modern bartending, renowned for his creativity, precision, and hospitality-first approach. After gaining global recognition at London’s Artesian—named World’s Best Bar multiple times—he co-founded Sips in Barcelona, which quickly rose to international fame and was named No.1 on The World’s 50 Best Bars list in 2023. As co-founder of The Art of Shaking, Simone brings his visionary style and decades of experience to bartenders around the world, helping them elevate their craft through innovation, technique, and passion.

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Building A Community That Reshapes Bartending Creativity

At The Art of Shaking, our mission is to redefine what creativity means behind the bar. Bartending is no longer just about mixing drinks—it’s about storytelling, innovation, and creating unforgettable experiences. We believe that creativity is born from both mastering the craft and daring to challenge tradition. Through our courses, we empower bartenders to explore new techniques, question the norm, and develop a style that’s uniquely their own.

But our vision goes beyond education—we’re here to build a global community. A space where bartenders at every level can connect, learn, and grow together. By sharing knowledge, ideas, and inspiration, we aim to create a movement that celebrates creativity, encourages collaboration, and pushes the boundaries of what’s possible behind the bar. The Art of Shaking isn’t just a platform—it’s a home for the future of bartending.

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Stay Up To Date With TAOS Community

Stay up to date with The Art of Shaking community and never miss a moment of inspiration. From new course launches to exclusive content, events, and behind-the-scenes stories, we keep you connected with everything happening in our global network of bartenders.

But our vision goes beyond education—we’re here to build a global community. A space where bartenders at every level can connect, learn, and grow together. By sharing knowledge, ideas, and inspiration, we aim to create a movement that celebrates creativity, encourages collaboration, and pushes the boundaries of what’s possible behind the bar. The Art of Shaking isn’t just a platform—it’s a home for the future of bartending.

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