The Jigger Engineer

Contact the club

The Jigger Engineer Welcome to the official page of The Jigger Engineer— Crafting cocktails with history, balance, and intention. Hi, I’m Patrick Anderson, aka The Jigger Engineer.

I specialize in mixing vintage drinks and modern classics, always focusing on balance, technique, and the story behind each pour. I’ve spent years working in hospitality, and somewhere along the way, I fell in love with the craft of cocktails—especially the classics. I take a lot of care in what I serve, not just in how it’s mixed but in the stories, ingredients, and intention behind it. I work Thursday nights at Harry’s Bar in downtown Watertown, and I’m available for private events and cocktail classes. I like to feature local spirits and coffee in my menus whenever I can, and I’ve been lucky to collaborate with folks at Glacial Lakes Distillery and Gather Coffee Shop for some fun and memorable nights. I don’t see this as just making drinks. For me, it’s about creating a moment—something thoughtful, balanced, and worth slowing down for.

The bar is set!
09/25/2026

The bar is set!

It is FINALLY here! Negroni Nite with the Jigger Engineer, tonight, Thursday, September 24 starting at 6 pm.I'll be doi...
09/24/2026

It is FINALLY here! Negroni Nite with the Jigger Engineer, tonight, Thursday, September 24 starting at 6 pm.

I'll be doing all Negronis and the various riffs tonight. We'll be back to a more normal menu when I return in two weeks!

I'm back to mixing cocktails this week. Thursday, 6pm at Dempseys Brewery Pub & RestaurantThis is Negroni Week, so the e...
09/21/2026

I'm back to mixing cocktails this week. Thursday, 6pm at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant

This is Negroni Week, so the entire menu will be Negroni/Negroni riffs.

I'm bringing back my own Negroni riff, the Bitter North: Campari, Aquavit and cranberry shrub. If you didn't try it last year, I hope you'll give it a go.

Hope to see you, Thursday Night!

“The Negroni: because sometimes you want your cocktail to fight back.” — anonymousNegroni Night, Thursday, September 24t...
09/06/2026

“The Negroni: because sometimes you want your cocktail to fight back.” — anonymous

Negroni Night, Thursday, September 24th 6pm at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant

Just 3 weeks to Negroni Night at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant
09/03/2026

Just 3 weeks to Negroni Night at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant

The Bitter North comes back for Negroni Night at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant, September 24 at 6:00 pm.I was please...
08/27/2026

The Bitter North comes back for Negroni Night at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant, September 24 at 6:00 pm.

I was pleased in your response to this original last year. :)

Campari, Aquavit, and Cranberry Shrub.

Just a reminder for when I break out the bartender gear next month. Rules are rules.
08/27/2026

Just a reminder for when I break out the bartender gear next month. Rules are rules.

This year's uniform just arrived!! Yay!!Negroni Night - Thursday, September 24th at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant
08/24/2026

This year's uniform just arrived!! Yay!!

Negroni Night - Thursday, September 24th at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant

My 5th annual celebration of Negroni Night with the The Jigger Engineer is coming! Thursday, September 24th at 6:00 pm....
08/23/2026

My 5th annual celebration of Negroni Night with the The Jigger Engineer is coming! Thursday, September 24th at 6:00 pm. at Dempseys Brewery Pub & Restaurant Don't say I didn't give you fair warning!!

The menu will include a number of Negroni riffs, including my own Bitter North cocktail.

#𝚌𝚘𝚌𝚔𝚝𝚊𝚒𝚕𝚜

Excellent outing to Ida Graves Distillery this afternoon with Rebekah. Great product, tasty cocktails. Amazing service ...
08/15/2026

Excellent outing to Ida Graves Distillery this afternoon with Rebekah. Great product, tasty cocktails. Amazing service (thanks Spencer and Roxanne!!) Bonus with the nature/sculpture walk out back!

Picked up some bottles of their Aquavit for the Bitter North cocktail. Negroni Week is coming!!

Address

Watertown, SD
57201

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Jigger Engineer posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Club

Send a message to The Jigger Engineer:

Shortcuts

Share

Category