Price$24.95
Media TypeDVD, Trick
CategoryGeneral
Date AddedJun 18, 2014
Hospitality
Francis, Max
Magic Tao
(Based on 2 reviews)
Hospitality in a can - You pour the complete contents of a can into a glass; the can is now empty. You then place a straw inside the can, and take a sip, just to make sure. In fact, the can is not empty, it now contains a completely different liquid! Pour this 'new' liquid into a glass to amaze spectators.
BONUS EFFECT:
Cocktail - You turn a cocktail shaker upside down to show that it is empty. Place the lid on the shaker and start to shake it as you would if you were mixing a cocktail. You then take the cap off and start pouring two glasses of cocktail.
Use any can
Gimmick supplied
DVD with full explanations
(20 Bicycle Cards and DVD)
Reviews
(Top ▲)
This is a very clear, very simple TV or stand up trick.
The demo and ad copy are fairly accurate. The only part I could be picky about is that the performance is done without audio, and there is a minor sound issue that won't be the biggest issue in the context of live performance, but handled incorrectly, it could give away part of the method.
I personally wouldn't do this in a standard close up setting. You could prep this and keep it handy if you are hosting a party, but getting into this at a paid gig will be fairly difficult. In a stand up show where you can keep the prepared can in your case, this problem is easily solved.
The bonus effect will work well for bartenders, because you can have the prepared cocktail shaker stashed behind the bar until you are ready to perform. The ambient noise in a bar will also cover the slightly suspicious sound.
The DVD is not the worst quality, all the teaching is clear, but there are two takes of the explanation of the bonus effect for seemingly no reason.
The DVD includes four 'gimmicks' allowing you to perform the effect only four times. However, these props are readily available from your favorite magic dealer, and for a few bucks, you'll have dozens of gimmicks for future performances.
My only concern is that the gimmicks could affect the taste of the liquid you produce. I haven't tried this myself, but I'd do some experimenting if I planned on performing this.
Overall it's a solid, deceptive, fairly practical effect with a short and sweet instructional DVD.
The demo and ad copy are fairly accurate. The only part I could be picky about is that the performance is done without audio, and there is a minor sound issue that won't be the biggest issue in the context of live performance, but handled incorrectly, it could give away part of the method.
I personally wouldn't do this in a standard close up setting. You could prep this and keep it handy if you are hosting a party, but getting into this at a paid gig will be fairly difficult. In a stand up show where you can keep the prepared can in your case, this problem is easily solved.
The bonus effect will work well for bartenders, because you can have the prepared cocktail shaker stashed behind the bar until you are ready to perform. The ambient noise in a bar will also cover the slightly suspicious sound.
The DVD is not the worst quality, all the teaching is clear, but there are two takes of the explanation of the bonus effect for seemingly no reason.
The DVD includes four 'gimmicks' allowing you to perform the effect only four times. However, these props are readily available from your favorite magic dealer, and for a few bucks, you'll have dozens of gimmicks for future performances.
My only concern is that the gimmicks could affect the taste of the liquid you produce. I haven't tried this myself, but I'd do some experimenting if I planned on performing this.
Overall it's a solid, deceptive, fairly practical effect with a short and sweet instructional DVD.
(Top ▲)
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Hospitality by Max Francis Review:
One gimmick, one DVD and $25 bucks. Is it gem or is it rubble? Stay tuned to find out.
Effect
Pour out the soda from your soda can completely. Then instantly pour out a completely different liquid from the same can.
Method
A simple gimmick that is supplied makes this possible. The gimmick is disposable, and you are supplied two, thus giving you the ability to perform/practice the effect twice. However, the gimmick is something that is readily available, and Costas tells you exactly how to get more. So this is not a problem. The method involved requires you to set up the can in advance out of sight from others.
You then need to bring the can to the gig, or if you're at a party and want to do this in a more casual setting, you can set it up in advance and just have the can sitting on a table waiting for the right moment.
For the bonus effect, Cocktail, you'll need to buy a cocktail shaker set and an extra something that does not come with the DVD. It's a "something" that's pretty easy to find online.
Ad Copy Integrity
The written copy is legitimate, and the video trailer is legitimate with one caveat. You might watch the ad trailer and assume that you can just do this with any can of soda brought to you by the waitress. This is not true. There is some gimmicking and setting up required. However, I don't feel like the ad was being dishonest; it felt more like they were just creating a fun way to demo the product.
Product Quality
The gimmicks supplied are fine and the DVD is well produced. The audio and lighting are fine. All in all, there are no issues here.
Final Thoughts
In theory, you could probably have a whole bunch of cans set up to do this effect if you are a strolling magician. It would be the kind of thing where you'd have to go to the back and grab a can when you're ready to do the effect. However, I see this more as a casual thing where you're hanging out with friends and you want to mess with them, or maybe in your set show. Also, why not slip the waitress an extra $5 bucks to have her bring out the set up just like in the ad trailer when you're out with some friends?
If you can see yourself using this effect in your venue(s), then you'll be very happy with the method and with your purchase.
Final Verdict:
4.5 Stars with a Stone Status of Gem.