Carlos Andrés Ramírez
Mixologist
Carlos Andrés Ramírez is a distinguished Hospitality and Business Manager with a strong focus on the food and beverage, wine, and spirits industries. His expertise is underpinned by multiple advanced certifications, including an advanced level certification from the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET), a Sommelier designation from the Escuela de los Sentidos in Chile, and recognition as a Trainer by the International Bartending Association.
His specialized knowledge extends to various spirits categories, holding credentials such as Master of Whisky from Chivas Brothers in Scotland and Tequila expert certification from the Consejo Regulador del Tequila. Currently, Carlos serves as the Global Advocacy Manager for Pernod Ricard's House of Tequila brands, applying his extensive background to this key role.
Professional Experience
- Wine& Spirits teacher
- Ex Brand ambassador for Chivas Regal, The Glenlivet and Royal salute Brand in Latam
- Currently Global Advocacy Director for House of Tequila Brand in Mexico: Altos, Avion, Olmeca and mezcal Del Maguey leading projects like tahona Society, (he developed the new sustainable competition concept) hospitality, trade events and partnerships and PR.
Education
- Graduated in Hospitality management - Externado University Bogota, Colombia
- Wine and Spirits graduate : Advance level, Wine&Spirits Education Trust de Londres (WSET)
- Certified sommelier in the School of senses in Chile
- Master of Whisky certified by Chivas Brothers in Scotland 2009
- Certified as Tequila expert by the CRT (Consejo regulador de Tequila) in Mexico 2019
- Certified by the L´Ecole du vin Bordeaux as Bordeaux wine expert
- Certified by IBA (International Bartending Association.) as teacher in spirits
Publications & Mentions
- Carlos Andrés Ramírez - Tequila Expert
- Mexican Recipes Showcase Altos
- Cata Whisky de Malta - Bebida Noble Mundo
- Verdad sobre Negocio Tequila
- Cómo se hace el Whisky / How Whisky Is
- GN Chan of Double Chicken Please in New York Wins the Altos Bartenders Award as Part of the World's 50 Best Bars Awards 2023
- Insights: Cocktail Competition Brand
- Altos Debuts Bartender App Ahead of Competition
- Altos Tequila Ramps Up Investment in Bartender Education as It Debuts the Altos Tahona Society Online Community
- Eli Martínez Bello Hace Historia en la Coctelería en 50 Best Bars
- Tequila & Mezcal Brands Aim To Please Consumers With Premium, Authentic Products
