Bartender at Large

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Black Mixcellence w Tamika Hall & Colin Asare-Appiah | ep 307 Jul 25, 2022

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This week, we are joined by Tamika Hall & Colin Asare-Appiah, the co-authors of Black Mixcellence: A Comprehensive Guide to Black Mixology. The book is set to be released this month on July 26th and showcases the accomplishments & historical impact of Black people in Mixology. This is done not only through a primer on pivotal events in the history of cocktails, but also via cocktail recipes from some of the most renowned mixologists of today. So tune in as we discuss the book and how it came to be. _____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge

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Singapore Cocktail Scene w Jesse Vida | ep 306 Jul 18, 2022

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In this week's episode, we are joined by Jesse Vida, a bartender who over the years has worked behind the stick at some of the best bars in the world, which include Dead Rabbit, Booker & Dax, BlackTail, and Dutch Kills. However, a few years ago he left the U.S.to run bars overseas in Singapore and quickly fell in love. But after three & a half years as general manager at the award-winning ATLAS, he is now making the leap to open his own spot. So tune in this week to learn of his journey. _____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge

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Thriving in a Post-Pandemic Bar World w Noel Venning | ep 305 Jul 11, 2022

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In this week's episode, we are joined by Noel Venning, co-owner of Three Sheets in London, which made the World's 50 Best Bars list in 2020. The reason why we are so thrilled to have him on is because he and his business partners have not let the pandemic slow down the momentum of their hospitality group. In the last couple of years they have launched cocktail and wine mail order, a wine bar and a new coffee roaster. So tune in and hear how they have been managing to thrive in a tenuous business environment. _____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge

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Non-Alcoholic Spirits w Maria Denton of Lyre's | ep 304 Jul 04, 2022

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The week take a deep dive into the world of non-alcoholic spirits, including the production and the sensory experience around it. To guide us along our path, we are joined by Maria Denton, sommelier & bartender turned Lyre's Spirit Co. Brand Ambassador. _____________________________________

Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON:Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge

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Gin Life w Jake Burger| ep 304 Jun 27, 2022

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The week we are joined by gin expert and co-founder of Portobello Road Gin, Jake Burger. He is an expert on all things gin not only with his spirits brand, but also at his bar Portobello Star and the educational series that he leads at the Ginstitute in London. So tune in this week and learn about his studies in juniper, as well as his free ebook, An Anthology of 12 Classic Cocktails. Get his book: https://www.hi-spirits.com/classiccocktailanthology/?fbclid=IwAR0hqVe-9yfYueFbLepcq1Cqd-BLpGfjE2gtIC7dtu6WcHn7a93OSf19rTs _____________________________________

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Mini Episode w Global Guinness Ambassador, Padraig Fox Jun 22, 2022

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For this extra special episode, we partnered up with our friends at Diageo Bar Academy to discuss beer and stout cocktails with Global Guinness Ambassador, Padraig Fox. Click link for more info: https://www.diageobaracademy.com/en_us/?utm_source=dba-afl-17&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Affiliate_Tracker&utm_content=dba-afl-17&affiliate=dba-afl-17

Cultivating Community w Amanda Carto | ep 303 Jun 20, 2022

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This week we are joined by Amanda Carto to discuss community and perspective in the industry. As the former General Manager of Nickel City Austin and now the Texas Community Support at Pouring with Heart, she is in a unique position to discuss the importance of working within the industry to bring about change in a positive way. _______________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge

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The State of the Industry w Joaquin Simo | ep 302 Jun 13, 2022

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This week we are joined by acclaimed bartender, Joaquin Simo, formerly of Pouring Ribbons and before that Death & Company and currently Alchemy Consulting. In this episode we discuss the state of the industry heading out of the pandemic and the challenges still today's facing bars and restaurants. In addition, we also touch on the logistics involved with reopening a bar when you only have 6 months left on your lease. Get 10 free samples of Perfect Puree:

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______________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlargeFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge

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Giving Back w Amanda Gunderson & Travis Nass of Another Round Another Rally | ep 301 Jun 06, 2022

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Have you ever wanted to give back to the bar community? Or ever thought of helping your fellow bartenders out through tough times? Well this week's guests, Amanda Gunderson & Travis Nass, have done just that with their non-profit, Another Round Another Rally. They are the co-founders of the organization and over the last few years have lent a hand to thousands of industry professionals when they needed help. So tune in this week and learn how they did it.

_____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON:Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge

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Extra Special 300th Episode w Evelyn Chick & Chris Amirault | ep 300 May 30, 2022

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For our extra special 300th episode, we took it back to the early days of the and brought together a couple of our favorite guests from previous episodes: Toronto bartender & entrepreneur, Evelyn Chick, and Head Mixologist of the Maybourne of Beverly Hills, Chris Amirault. Please join us for this extra long episode where we chat it up in our old-school roundtable format. ______________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge

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