Daddy-Os Martinis

John was the bartender for my husband’s birthday party. He was very easy to work with, and very responsible. He provided plenty of advice and helped make our party run smoothly. The guests enjoyed chatting with him.

Who doesn’t love a good cocktail? Who doesn’t love a good, FREE cocktail? Who doesn’t love your master mixer daddy?
The solution to all these questions and more will be answered by the outgoing and personable John Apodaca who mixes up crisp, cool pleasure in a glass and who, disguised as your ever-​lovin’ Daddy-​O, knows the complete history of the cocktail from inception to your mouth.
Now I don’t know if your event will offer free Daddy-O’s cocktails but I can guarantee that if John caters it, you’ll be entertained and enchanted with his tasty concoctions. My experience Saturday night at Shelter Surf Shop for Surfrider Long Beach had me slightly slurring silly surf songs after three delicious «Surfrider Cocktails» (see photo) and I don’t drink (much).
Classic Martini:
1 ½oz Bombay Sapphire gin
¾oz dry vermouth
1 dash orange bitters
Olives, for garnish
Shake all ingredients hard with ice (there should be ice chips when poured out) and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with olives. Enjoy.
Thanks Daddy-​O! And know that in addition to your great mixes, I appreciate your involvement with the Surfrider.(
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Thanks Surfrider LB!(
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Thanks Shelter Surf! (
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John Apodaca is a terrific addition to any party — especially a theme party. His classic cocktails are crafted with care and precision, and he and his staff are extremely entertaining.
He’s going to be tending bar at the Art of Life Syndicate event in Long Beach on July 31. I can’t wait to taste the signature cocktail he created specifically for the event! Daddy O’s is the best!

John, the Bartender, is the best in the business! He has bartended all of my parties and my friends’ parties, and there has never been one complaint! He not only makes the best drinks but he matches them to the personalities of the guests and remembers each one’s special tastes. His great personality adds a great touch to his skills.