bartending

Episode 177 – BevFluence – Justin Koury

This episode features ⁠Justin Koury⁠ of ⁠BevFluence⁠.

Bevfluence is a group of writers and bloggers that got together in 2016. They had a vision of a better way to connect with brands and the industry as a whole. They seek to elevate experience and travel throughout the globe tasting all that the world has to offer. The focus and mission is three-fold: It’s about reporting and blogging the amazing adventures that they have. They hold the Best of BevFluence which is a blind judging of products and spirits. They have the bartender lab which sends samples to bartenders to discover what can be created. BevFluence is a confluence of ideas, relationships and connections.

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Highlights From our Discussion:

⁠Stephen Gould⁠

⁠Steve Beal⁠

⁠The Neat Glass⁠

⁠Total Wine and More⁠

⁠Phoenix College

Episode 159 – Porchlight – Ben Brown

This episode features Ben Brown of Porchlight.

Ben, like so many other hopefuls in the hospitality industry started in an entry level position. Immediately Ben showed promise and the company recognized his ability to make connections with people. In 2015 Porchlight opened and Ben arrived as a bar back and server. He quickly rose through the ranks where today he is the beverage director. Located in Chelsea, Porchlight can accommodate single diners all the way up to large groups. The food is southern inspired. You could call it “Elevated Bar Food”. The cocktail menu is vast, outstanding and creative. Ben and the team are setting the trends at one of New York’s hottest cocktail bars.

271 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001 – ⁠(212) 981-6188⁠ – www.PorchlightBar.com – ⁠Instagram

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Highlights From our Conversation:

⁠Union Square Hospitality Group⁠

⁠Holistic Spirits Company⁠

⁠Woody Harrelson⁠

⁠Casamigos⁠

⁠Chartreuse

Episode 157 – CR Citrus – Daniel Hare

This episode features Daniel Hare of ⁠CR Citrus⁠.

In 2017 “Smokin Connie” got a Traeger grill. When visiting his father’s home he came across a Meyer lemon tree in the backyard. The idea came to him to slice and smoke the lemons. Through a lot of trial and error he dialed in a perfect recipe. Initially they made great Christmas gifts. The demand from family and friends became so great and they clamored for more of his delectable fruit slices. Suggestions for other varieties of fruit poured in. He makes these magic slices because it brings him joy. In September of 2021 CR Citrus was launched as a business. It’s not just a garnish but an enhancer of flavor in your drink.

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Highlights From our Discussion:

⁠Bar Convent Brooklyn⁠

⁠Anderson Brothers Design & Supply⁠

⁠Christine Moore

Episode 151 – Ghost Ice System – Tony Gonzales

This Episode features ⁠Tony Gonzales⁠ of ⁠Ghost Ice System⁠.

Ghost ice System is a way to make crystal clear ice cubes from tap water. This is perfect for bars, restaurants and home use. This is craft ice at its finest. This all came to Tony in 2013. He was set to do a cocktail competition and he wanted to add something that would help his cocktail stand out. It was then that Ghost Ice was conceived. This episode takes us into Tony’s creative mind. He rarely stops thinking and looking for ways to perfect items at the bar or cocktails. Here we learn more about Ghost Ice… Simple… Clear… Endless

⁠[email protected]⁠ – 213-255-5473 –⁠ Facebook⁠ – www.GhostIceSystem.com

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Highlights From our Discussion:

⁠William Grant⁠

⁠Hendrix Gin⁠

⁠Coleman Coolers⁠

⁠Biltmore Los Angeles⁠

⁠BarSmarts⁠

⁠Tales of the Cocktail⁠

⁠Svalbard⁠

⁠The Ice Designer

Bar Convent Brooklyn 2023 – Jackie Williams

Bar Convent Brooklyn was back in Industry City for 2023. This years event was expanded to occupy more space. The booths and activations were bigger and even better. BCB is a party where business gets done. 4,500 industry professionals attended over 2 days. There were 198 brands represented and visitors came from 51 countries and 46 states. 475,000 spirit samples were enjoyed. Sip and savor this recap of the 2 day extravaganza and look to reserve your spot for 2024’s BCB being held on June 11th and 12th.

www.BarConventBrooklyn.com

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Highlights From our Discussion:

⁠Cardenxe⁠

⁠Shanky’s Whip⁠

⁠Park Street University⁠

⁠Barrows Intense Ginger⁠

⁠Brooklyn Kura⁠

⁠Standard Wormwood⁠

⁠Fort Hamilton Distillery⁠

⁠Industry City⁠

Episode 120 – Amaro Santoni – Luca Missaglia

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This episode features Luca Missaglia of Amaro Santoni.

Luca is driven by passion. Amaro Santoni, an Italian Apartivo comes from the heart. He also has a love of cocktails and brand building. His focus is to help bartenders get out of their comfort zone. Luca grew up in Milan. Very early on he discovered that the zest for amaro was in his DNA. Amaro Santoni is a traditional recipe made by Gabriello Santoni. It’s produced with Rhubarb Root, Iris Flower and Olive Leaf. It takes your drinking experience into the third dimension. If you love amaro, this is a must have on your bar.

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Highlights from our discussion:

Bar Convent Brooklyn

The Art of Shaking

Nomad Hotel

Episode 105 – Bar Convent Recap – Jackie Williams

In this episode we speak with Jackie Williams of RX Global about Bar Convent Brooklyn2022.

In 2018 BCB was launched. In 2022 BCB celebrated it’s new Brooklyn home at Industry City.

Bar Convent Brooklyn took place on June 14th and 15th. Over 3,700 attended the event over a 2 day span. The event provided an amazing opportunity for the bartending and spirits industry to come together and network, see new products, and discover the latest trends. 136 booths offered something for everyone. Featuring… spirits, liquors, aperitifs, ready to drink cocktails, barware and mixers. The education offerings highlighted over 3 dozen classes that provided a wide variety of information. Jackie and I recap the event and discuss what you can look forward to at 2023’s 5th anniversary extravaganza. www.barconventbrooklyn.com – Facebook

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Highlights From our Discussion:

Industry City

Barr Hill Gin

Chilled 100 Spirits Awards

Bar Convent Berlin