Behind the Blend: Meet Bobby
What is you name and job role, and what do you do?
Bobby Jackson, Sales Manager for London, South and East Coast. You will find me in these areas with samples making cocktails for the people of hospitality that would like to use our products on the cocktail menus.
A little bit about your background and how you got into this role?
I started in hospitality in a hotel in Majorca, about 10 years ago. Between university, I spent a few summers working abroad and loved it. Back in the UK, I worked my way through pubs, nightclubs, wedding venues and cocktail bars, where I really found my feet and developed into a highly skilled bartender.
After the pandemic, I saw Icely Done were hiring. I applied, did a trial, and before I knew it I was working in the manufacturing kitchen, making products I’d been using behind bars for years. I then became the company’s first Brand Ambassador, which naturally led into account management, and now I’m part of the sales team covering London, the South and the East Coast.
What drink would you serve to impress a customer?
Definitely a Rhubarb Collins using the Rhubarb and Strawberry blend since it is one of my favourites.
The most unexpected part of your job that people wouldn’t guess?
Being a machine technician for various brands of slush machines, being able to diagnose or fix and issue on the spot.
So I want everyone to know that not everyday are cocktails in the sunshine. Its all year round, come rain or snow, there re people out there selling slushies on our machines.
You open your own bar, what is it called and what is the signature serve?
I'd call it The Dogs Bow Locks or Cocks & Tails – a dog-friendly pub inspired by my family's black Labrador and Springer Spaniel. It would serve high-quality cocktails in a warm, welcoming setting where everyone feels comfortable trying something new. The signature serve would feature Baileys and mousse-inspired flavours, available in multiple styles throughout the year, from spritzes and frozen drinks to hot cocktails and shaken serves.
What is the most memorable cocktail experience you have ever had?
Cocktails I find a more about memories so most memorable is probably Tenerife a few years ago, very memorable holiday as I proposed up the volcano but we spent most of the holiday sipping on Campari with Fanta Lemon and Barraquitos.
What is your ultimate bar snack and cocktail pairing?
Mexican food and Frozen Largeritas. Margarita with a little beer on top, essentially a frozen desperado.
Written by Bobby - Sales Manager