Tales of the Cocktail Foundation's Cocktail Apprentice Program

The Cocktail Apprentice Program (CAP) is an exclusive mentorship program for up-and-coming bartenders to learn alongside some of the biggest names in the business during the five days of Tales of the Cocktail. Since 2008, more than 500 apprentices have gained extensive experience working and managing large-scale, high-volume events while providing an invaluable service to Tales of the Cocktail Foundation and the industry as a whole. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation continues to support the growing fraternity of past apprentices by offering exclusive opportunities for scholarships and financial aid to support their growth within the industry further.
Apply to be a 2024 CAP Red Coat Today!
As an exclusive mentorship program designed for up-and-coming bartenders, TOTCF will welcome 40 new cocktail apprentices to join the 2024 CAP Red Coat class. As the Foundation’s newest CAP participants, the 2024 Red Coats will learn and work alongside some of the industry’s leading names during the 2024 Tales of the Cocktail conference in New Orleans.
In order to qualify as a Red Coat, applicants must be:
- Industry professionals (bartenders, bar managers, barbacks, brand ambassadors, educators, distillers, and more)
- At least 21 years old by May 1, 2024
-Live anywhere in the world and have a valid U.S. visa
Applications are due by February 1, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET. Click here to start your application: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...