Bartender at Large

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What it Means to Pour with Heart feat. Cedd Moses & Erik Cardona | ep 279 Jan 03, 2022

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This week we are joined by the authors of "Pouring with Heart: The Essential Magic Behind the Bartenders We Love" by Cedd Moses and Erik Cardona. Moses is the man behind the scenes at a variety of iconic bars such as the Varnish and Seven Grand, while Cardona is an acclaimed bartender turned writer, so you can be assured that the two have a very unique perspective on the industry as a whole. So if you have ever had an incredible experience at one of Cedd's bars and would love to hear about the philosophy that crafted it, then you will want to tune in.

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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.

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The History of Applejack w Lisa Laird | ep. 278 Dec 27, 2021

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Join us as we are joined by Lisa Laird, COO of Laird & Company, and listen in as she shares the history of apple brandy in America. Her family has been distilling apple brandy since the 1700s, which makes her a 9th generation maker of this beautiful spirit. This gives her a unique perspective, so be sure to tune in and her her story.

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Bartender at Large Holiday Special Dec 22, 2021

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Tune in this week for our first ever holiday special featuring special guests Paul McGee (Lost Lake, Root Cellar Spirits Bottled Cocktails,) and Chris Hannah (Jewel of the South, formerly of Arnaud's French 75 Bar.) Before we begin a conversation with our guests this week, first we share some listener mail, as well as cover some announcements that we have in the works for the New Year. We hope that you enjoy the format and special this week!

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Masahiro Urushido & Michael Anstendig, authors of The Japanese Art of the Cocktail | ep. 277 Dec 13, 2021

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This week we are joined by Masahiro Urushido & Michael Anstendig, co-authors of the acclaimed book, The Japanese Art of the Cocktail. In this episode we discuss the impetus of the book & how it came about. In addition, Urushido discusses his creative process when creating drinks for his award-winning bar, Katana Kitten, many of which are featured in the book.

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New Year's Eve Cocktails w Laura Lashley | ep. 276 Dec 06, 2021

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On this episode of the show we are joined by he National On Premise Manager for Diageo Non-Alcoholic, Laura Lashley, and we dive into your years of expertise creating cocktails. So listen in as discuss New Year's Eve cocktails, in their many incarnations ranging from full-proof to low proof to no proof. In addition, we also talk about how to sell off the extra product that is collecting dust in your storage closet and much more.

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Talking Spirits w F. Paul Pacult | ep. 275 Nov 29, 2021

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This week on the show, we are joined by legendary spirits writer, F. Paul Pacult, to discuss the two books that he just put out, "The New Kindred Spirits: Over 2,000 All-New Reviews of Whiskeys, Brandies, Liqueurs, Gins, Vodkas, Tequilas, Mezcal & Rums," and "Buffalo, Barrels, & Bourbon: The Story of How Buffalo Trace Distillery Became The World's Most Awarded Distillery." Pacult has been a spirits expert and writer for over 30 years, so if you can appreciate a well-made spirit then this is not an episode to miss.

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The 3 Pillars of Japanese Bartending w Julia Momosé | ep. 274 Nov 22, 2021

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Here to discuss the beauty and nuance of Japanese cocktails is Julia Momosé, bartender and co-author of the recently released, The Way of the Cocktail: Japanese Traditions, Techniques and Recipes. As a native of Japan, her upbringing within the country and culture informed her perspective and approach to beverage and hospitality at her Chicago bar, Kumiko. So tune and listen as she shares her experience and insight.

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Taking Care of Industry Peeps w Wellness Coach: Amanda Malcom-Brown | ep. 273 Nov 15, 2021

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After working nightclubs as a DJ for 11 years and as a bartender before that, this week's guest decided to change gears and help industry folks find some more balance in their lives. As a veteran in the business, Amanda Malcom-Brown, has unique insight that has given her the ability to better understand the unique challenges that face those who are immersed in the nightlife scene. So tune in and perhaps gain some insight as to how we as professionals can achieve a healthier perspective in both our careers and our everyday lives.

Learn more about Diageo Bar Academy: https://bit.ly/319a5AA

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Creating & Launching a Vermouth w Chris Patino & Stacey Swenson | ep. 272 Nov 08, 2021

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Have you ever wanted to formulate your own vermouth? What would you do if someone paid you to do just that? Where would you even start? Tune in to this week's episode to hear the story of what spirits experts, Stacey Swenson and Chris Patino, did when they were presented with the opportunity to create a new line of vermouth.

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Writing the Definitive Book on Cocktails w David Wondrich & Noah Rothbaum | ep. 271 Nov 01, 2021

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This week we are joined by, David Wondrich & Noah Rothbaum, the authors of the The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails, which is released this week on November 4th. The book is important as it is the first major reference work to cover spirits and cocktails from a global perspective, and provides an authoritative overview that spans nearly 900 pages. Be sure to turn in and hear how about how the book came together, exactly how much work went into, and what you can expect to learn from it's well-researched pages.

Learn more about Diageo Bar Academy: https://bit.ly/319a5AA

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