Mixologist, Consultant & Trainer
Giovanni Depergola is one of the most respected educational figures in the MENA region’s bartending and mixology industry. With more than 25 years of experience in international hospitality, he has built a reputation as an outstanding educator, recognized for his charisma, professionalism, and ability to communicate complex concepts with clarity and passion. A trainer, beverage expert, sake specialist, and pioneer of alcohol-free mixology, Giovanni has played a significant role in shaping a new generation of hospitality professionals across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Giovanni began his career in the hospitality industry, where he developed a deep understanding of service, operations, and bar culture. Early on, he chose to focus on professional education, convinced that the future of the industry depends on knowledge sharing and excellence in training.
His career has been marked by several key milestones:
• More than 25 years of experience in international hospitality.
• Certification as a facilitator by the EHL Hospitality Business School (formerly École Hôtelière de Lausanne).
• Specialized expertise in beverage education, sake, and mixology.
• Training engagements with leading hotels, bars, and culinary institutions.
In 2016, he co-founded Alembic, a training platform dedicated to beverage professionals that has since become a leading educational resource across the MENA region.
Today, Giovanni Depergola continues to pursue the mission that has defined his career: educating, innovating, and pushing the boundaries of beverage creation.
He is particularly passionate about developing the art of Cocktailzero%, an advanced approach to alcohol-free mixology focused on crafting sophisticated, refined drinks that combine technical mastery with creative expression.
Since co-founding Alembic in 2016, Giovanni has trained more than 1,500 professionals working in leading hotels and bars throughout the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, helping individuals and entire teams elevate their skills and expertise.
Giovanni approaches mixology as a space where technical precision and creativity work hand in hand. His philosophy is built around three key pillars:
• Advanced expertise in alcohol-free mixology, with a strong focus on balance, authenticity, and natural flavors.
• A clear and effective educational approach designed to make advanced techniques accessible and easy to understand.
• Structured creativity that combines discipline, attention to detail, and a willingness to experiment.
Whether teaching beverage fundamentals or pioneering new approaches to alcohol-free cocktails, Giovanni remains committed to making knowledge accessible while encouraging innovation and excellence.
Giovanni’s reputation is not built on competition titles, but on his impact as an educator and mentor within the global hospitality industry.
His key distinctions include:
• Certified Facilitator by EHL Hospitality Business School, one of the world’s most prestigious hospitality institutions.
• Recognized authority in alcohol-free mixology and a pioneer of the Cocktailzero% movement.
• Widely respected educator who has helped shape the careers of hundreds of beverage professionals across the MENA region and beyond.
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