MUFSO 2019

Patrick Williams
National Beverage Director
Punch Bowl Social


Seasoned barman Patrick Williams’ passion for inspired cocktails stems from a focus on the fundamentals, ensuring even the smallest details are accurate, creating an all-inclusive experience in both product and service. He runs the national beverage program for Punch Bowl Social, a Nation’s Restaurant News Hot Concept award winner with 18 locations (and growing) across the country. He was named “The Master of the Mocktail Menu” on Restaurant Business’s The Power 20 list in 2019 and continues to push the envelope of low-ABV and no-ABV cocktails. Extensively trained, complete with certification from the renowned BarSmarts Advanced program, a Certified Cicerone®, and a two-time Punch King - Patrick is known for his humble approach and his passion for teaching and training. In his travels and growth of Punch Bowl Social, he’s tasted over one-thousand beers, hundreds of spirits and had the pleasure of tasting with dozens of coffee roasters all over the country. A true beverage professional, Patrick enjoys simplicity and harmony with flavors and a genuine, perpetual approach to hospitality.

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