For Marcus, bartending is all about the thrill and excitement of something new and taboo.  Growing up in the LDS community, Marcus was taught that alcohol was evil and would lead to destructive behavior.  Although this sentiment was ingrained in him, it did not deter him from pursuing a career in bartending.  Marcus chose to mix into the Salt Lake cocktail scene; he’s easily excited by a new flavor, technique, or style.  Marcus’ love and enthusiasm for what he does is not only infectious, but something he intentionally tries to impart on others.  Bartender roulette is his favorite game – he always feels up to the challenge of surprising and pleasing his customers by creating unique libations.

ESTABLISHMENT // BAR-X, Salt Lake City, UT

FUN FACT // Would like to cover his body with tattoos of animals. (He already has quite a few species on his arm.)

HOBBIES // Photography and launching his own creative representation company

PERSONAL FACT // Is a thrill seeker

“DELICIOUS PRODUCT. LOVE THE BLANCO AND ANEJO. THE ANEJO FLAVOR PROFILE IS AMAZING.”

UNCOMMON COCKTAIL:

CHOICE DIRT

1.5 VIDA Blanco

¾ Salers Apertif

¼ Drambuie

4 drops cacao sagrada bitters

Stirred cocktail over ice

Garnish with edible flower, blue variety – but can be garnished with any type of edible flower