• What does Bartesian® have to do with BLACK+DECKER® and vice versa?
• • BLACK+DECKER® partnered with Bartesian, the creator of the first-ever intelligent cocktail maker, to put our spin on the single serve cocktail maker and bring this technology to market in new retail environments across the country and globe. Meet the bev by BLACK+DECKER™ cocktail maker which exclusively uses mixologist crafted Bartesian® capsules* to make delicious cocktails and mocktails in seconds. *sold separately

• What are the dimensions of bev by BLACK+DECKER™ cocktail maker?
• • The cocktail maker is 12 ¼” wide x 15 ½” tall x 12 1/2” deep fully assembled.

• Does it matter where I put each liquor bottle on the machine?
• • Bottles must be placed in their designated space to ensure the correct drink is dispensed. Names of the liquids (rum, gin, tequila, vodka, whiskey, and water) are located in each spot, indicating the appropriate liquid.

• What size bottles fit?
• • The cocktail maker will fit standard 750ml bottles of liquor.

• How often should I clean the bev by BLACK+DECKER™ cocktail maker?
• • Your BLACK+DECKER® appliance has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper appliance care and regular cleaning. It is recommended to clean the liquid lines of the cocktail maker at least once a month. For cleaning instructions, please consult the manual.

• How does the cocktail maker know which liquor to pull from?
• • The scanner inside the capsule holder scans the code on top of the capsule. This allows the cocktail maker to pull from the correct bottles so it dispenses the correct drink.

• Can I put sparkling water in the bottle?
• • It is recommended that you only put still water in the water bottle.

• Does bev by BLACK+DECKER™ cocktail maker chill cocktails?
• • bev by BLACK+DECKER™ in partnership with Bartesian is all about creating an authentic cocktail lounge experience where cocktails are either served on ice, or shaken/strained over ice. For the best tasting experience, follow shaker indication light on the cocktail machine otherwise serve on ice.

• What happens if a bottle runs out?
• • If a bottle runs out of liquid while the cocktail maker is mixing a drink, the cocktail mixer will enter pause mode for 2 minutes to allow you to replace the empty bottle. Refer to the PAUSE MODE section in the manual for more information. Do not turn the power switch (part 14 in the manual) off. Turning it off will reset the mixing process and the cartridge will no longer be able to be used. NOTE: The unit will not flush the lines while the capsule holder lid (part 22) is lifted.

• How do I replace the empty bottle?
• • Remove the bottle as described in the REMOVING BOTTLES section in the manual.
  • Install a new bottle as described in the INSTALLING BOTTLES section in the manual.
  • Press the mix button (part 26) to resume mixing the drink from where it left off.

• What if the cocktail maker does not properly identify the capsule inserted?
• • Open the lid and clean and dry the barcode scanner.
  • Ensure the barcode on the capsule is not damaged and is free of water or debris.
  • Reinsert the capsule and operate the cocktail machine normally.

• Where can I buy Bartesian Capsules?
• • Discover the full assortment of cocktail capsules on Bartesian.com. You can even sign-up for a subscription, so your cocktail selections are automatically sent to you each month.

• What size drinks does the cocktail maker make?
• • Cocktails are crafted to replicate the cocktail lounge experience. Each cocktail's yield is designed to meet the standards of authentic recipes that make use of genuine ingredients. The amount of liquor drawn can be adjusted for each cocktail selecting from mocktail, light, regular or strong which will increase or lessen the overall yield accordingly.

• Is there alcohol in the cocktail capsules?
• • Bartesian capsules do not contain alcohol. This gives you the freedom not only to use the liquor of your own choosing, but bev by BLACK+DECKER™ also allows you to customize your cocktail from mocktail to strong. Bartesian’s cocktail capsules contain everything needed beyond the alcohol to make your favorite cocktails—including real bitters, extracts, and juices. This saves you from individually sourcing, purchasing, and storing extra ingredients that often lead to waste.

• Do the capsules expire? Should I keep them in the fridge?
• • The dating on the packaging is a presentation guideline that is significantly different from an expiration or safety date. Regrettably, confusion between the two contributes to a significant amount of food waste in North America each year. Bartesian proudly uses genuine juices, bitters, and extract concentrates and avoids the use of artificial colors, fructose, and corn syrups that would negatively impact the quality of our cocktails. Since the genuine ingredients vary by cocktail the dates vary with each selection and can be between 2-8 months from the date of receipt.
  • What happens after the date? - Beyond the date, there is a chance that over a period of time the presentation may begin to change (the color may slowly darken from the natural sugars, and could potentially taste sweeter) the safety of consuming the cocktail will not have changed.
  • Notes to extend the presentation date:
  • 1. The dates assume storage at room temperature. If stored in a fridge, you suspend them in their current state for an additional 2 months above the package dating.
  • 2. Capsules can safely be frozen and maintain their presentation for 12 months.

• Does Bartesian ship internationally?
• • Currently, Bartesian capsules and the bev by BLACK+DECKER™ cocktail maker are only available within North America. Stay tuned for updates and developments on international availability.