

Drinq is a leading bartending academy and premier event bar management company in India, offering professional mixology training, flair bartending courses, luxury wedding bartending services, concert bar operations, hospitality staffing, and comprehensive beverage management solutions.
Operating proudly under the banner of DRINQ by Flaming Trio, the company has spent decades building a stellar reputation for excellence behind the bar. From actively training aspiring event bartenders to managing high-end beverage experiences at luxury weddings, concerts, corporate gatherings, exhibitions, and hospitality events, the brand has become a highly trusted name within India’s thriving hospitality and events ecosystem. Headquartered in Bandra, Mumbai, the company seamlessly combines industry-leading education, practical expertise, and innovative beverage solutions to create truly exceptional experiences for both students and corporate clients.
The core vision of Drinq is to completely revolutionize bartender training and elevate global mixology standards. The company aims to empower aspiring bartenders by providing world-class education, practical live-event exposure, and lucrative career opportunities that enable them to succeed in a highly competitive hospitality industry. Its mission is equally impactful—to democratize bartending education and make professional hospitality training fully accessible, regardless of a student’s educational or financial background. By fostering raw talent, encouraging beverage innovation, and building industry-ready professionals, the academy continues to actively shape the future of bartending in India and beyond.
The inspiring story began in 2001 when founder Binny established the original Flaming Trio Academy straight from his home in Mumbai. Built purely on passion, dedication, and a clear vision to improve bartending standards, the academy quickly gained widespread recognition. A massive milestone was achieved in 2016 when Binny, Gagandeep Singh, Jitin Merani, and Moksh Sani joined forces to officially launch the modern Drinq Academy, drastically expanding its reach, physical infrastructure, and industry influence.
Today, they have successfully trained more than 8,000 students. The academy’s powerful alumni network extends across India and into lucrative international markets, with graduates building highly successful careers in five-star hotels, luxury resorts, international cruise lines, premium bars, and entrepreneurial hospitality ventures.
The academy offers an array of comprehensive mixology classes designed to develop both technical precision and professional confidence:
Beyond education, Drinq is widely recognized for delivering flawless, professional bar management services at some of India’s most prestigious live events. Their massive operational scope covers everything from intimate VIP hospitality services to large-scale concert bartending operations and Corporate event beverage services.
They specialize in executing luxury wedding bar services, signature cocktail experiences, and deploying highly trained supervisors capable of handling events of virtually any scale. A prime example of this operational supremacy was witnessed at a major Honey Singh concert in Mumbai, where the team successfully managed high-speed beverage operations for a massive crowd exceeding 10,000 attendees, utilizing a highly coordinated team of over 150 bartenders and supervisors.
With over two decades of industry-leading experience, Drinq perfectly combines educational excellence with real-world event management capabilities. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities—including modern classrooms and practical training bars—and learn directly from industry veterans and celebrated mixologists. This holistic approach ensures an incredibly strong placement record.
As a trusted event partner, they are frequently selected for luxury weddings, high-profile hospitality conferences, and massive entertainment productions. Recent highlights include serving as the official Bar Management Partner for the 6th Shows of India Conclave at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel in Delhi. As the hospitality industry continues to evolve, Drinq remains deeply committed to empowering future leaders while delivering absolutely exceptional beverage experiences across India and the globe.
Drinq specializes in bartending education, mixology certification, flair bartending training, hospitality career development, and professional event bar management services.
Yes. Drinq offers professional bartenders, mixologists, supervisors, and complete beverage management services for weddings, corporate events, concerts, and luxury hospitality experiences.
Yes. Drinq provides placement support, interview preparation, and career guidance for opportunities in hotels, restaurants, bars, and cruise lines.
Drinq Academy is located in Bandra, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, serving students and event clients across the country.