On the Back Bar: A Bartender Podcast for The Drinks Trade
188 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsEvery week Join Christopher Menning On The Back Bar as he interviews industry leaders and experts in the world of bartending, cocktails, wine, and spirits.
Be part of the discussion as we cover a wide range of topics and trends on the subject of alcohol. From craft cocktails, bartending advice, and how to taste spirits.
If you are a bartender, sommelier, brand ambassador, whiskey aficionado, or frankly just like a good beverage then welcome to your new home for drink news, storytelling, insight, and entrepreneurial advice.
The drinks world has become one of the most exciting and innovative industries in the world, and its time we learned more about it.
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On The Back Bar Podcast #83 Rohit Sachdev on authenticity and experience led concept and building a Strong Hospitality Brand.
May 09, 2024 02:52 - 28 minutes - 53.3 MBIn this episode, Chris talks to Rohit Sachdev who leads Soho Hospitality's food and beverage, hospitality and interior design business and develops the company's strategic vision as the CEO of the company. Head over to our website: gastronomerlifestyle.com Contact me at [email protected]
On The Back Bar Podcast #82: Uncovering the Secrets of Riesling Wine with Sophie Christmann and Sommelier Guillaume Celante
April 05, 2024 22:43 - 47 minutes - 86.8 MBIn this episode Chris talks to Sophie Christmann of Sektgut Christmann & Kauffmann about the changing world of Resiling & Spatburgunder wines alongside Guillaume Celante of The Wine Merchant Thailand. https://thewinemerchant-thailand.com/ https://weingut-christmann.de/en/ Head over to our website: gastronomerlifestyle.com Contact me at [email protected]
On The Back Bar Podcast #81: Chef Ton on Fine Dining, Global Gastronomy & being #1 on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2023
April 05, 2024 03:08 - 38 minutes - 70.7 MBIn this episode Chris talks to Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn Executive Chef & Owner of Le Du, Baan, Nusara and more about his culinary journey promoting Thai cuisine around the world. In partnership with San Pellegrino & Acqua Panna. Head over to our website: gastronomerlifestyle.com Contact me at [email protected]
On The Back Bar Podcast #80: Sabine Delette Nakamura on Bartending from Japan to Bangkok and Unveiling the Art of Cocktail Designs at Park Hyatt
April 04, 2024 08:16 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Sabine Delette Nakamura the newly appointed General manager of The Penthouse Bar + Grill part of Bangkok's luxury hotel, Park Hyatt. Full episode on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5UkwLEXKxw&ab_channel=GastronomerLifestyle ***** If you love our show would you please consider leaving us a review on iTunes or giving us 5 stars? It will really make a difference and help the podcast in the future. Head over to ...
On The Back Bar Podcast #79: Michele Montauti Discusses Art-Inspired Cocktails, the Enchantment of Waldorf Astoria, and Evolving Trends in Bangkok's F&B Scene
October 29, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Michele Montauti the bar manager of Bangkok's luxury hotel, Waldorf Astoria about their art-inspired cocktail menu. Full Podcast video on YouTube here ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a small m...
On The Back Bar #78 Charly Aguinsky of Tres Monos, Buenos Aires, on winning the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award as part of The World’s 50 Best Bars 2023
October 07, 2023 02:14 - 40 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris chats to Charly Aguinsky of Tres Monos in Buenos Aires, recently named winner of the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award as part of The World’s 50 Best Bars 2023 Full Podcast video on YouTube here ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you c...
Sommcast: Crunchy Wines and French Gastronomy with Morgan Daniel and Guillaume Celante
September 26, 2023 10:37 - 55 minutes - 56.5 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris welcomes Bangkok sommeliers Guillaume Celante, The Wine Merchant, and Morgan Daniel, Formerly of Blue by Alain Ducasse, to the studio for a bottle of wine and discussion on Bangkok F&B, natural wines and the wine industry in Thailand. ***** This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the po...
On The Back Bar #76 The Unexpected Power of Hospitality: Dicky Hartono's Bangkok Journey
September 17, 2023 12:45 - 47 minutes - 50.7 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris chats to Dicky Hartono the beverage manager at Firefly Sindhorn Kempinski Bangkok. Full Podcast video on YouTube here ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a small monthly donation. This funding will help ...
On The Back Bar #75 Lola Lau on competition strategies and winning the Cointreau Global Margarita Challenge 2023
June 20, 2023 00:10 - 52 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris chats to Lola Lau of Hope and Sesame Shenzhen about his recent win at the 2023 Global Margarita Challenge for Cointreau. https://www.instagram.com/lolasaysgo/ https://www.amazon.com/Liquid-Intelligence-Science-Perfect-Cocktail/dp/0393089037 https://www.amazon.com/Cocktail-Codex-Fundamentals-Formulas-Evolutions/dp/160774970X ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the s...
On The Back Bar #74 Jesse Vida & Gabriel Lowe discuss Cat Bite Club, Singapore's newest cocktail bar
June 05, 2023 02:33 - 32 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris chats to Jesse Vida and Gabriel Lowe about them joining forces and opening their own cocktail bar in Singapore, Cat Bite Club. https://www.instagram.com/catbiteclub/ ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a s...
On The Back Bar #73 Mark Sansom on Bareksten Best Bar Design Award and 50 Best Bars taking over Asia in 2023.
May 23, 2023 02:22 - 23 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris welcomes back Mark Sansom from the World's 50 Best Bars about their new award and other industry news. https://www.theworlds50best.com/stories/News/bareksten-best-bar-design-award-launch-2023.html ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you ...
On The Back Bar #72 Monica Berg & Simone Massaro on the launch of Campari Academy Asia.
April 02, 2023 07:48 - 37 minutes - 39.6 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Monica Berg, Campari Academy Creative Director, and Simone Massaro, Campari Global Trade Advocacy Director, on their recent trip to Asia to launch the Campari Academy. https://www.campariacademy.com/ ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform...
On The Back Bar #71 Germán González Gorrochotegui on the evolution of the agave category and his Extra ç, Tears of Llorona.
March 27, 2023 01:07 - 32 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Master Distiller Germán González Gorrochotegui about the evolution of the agave category and his Extra Añejo, Tears of Llorona. Tears of Llorona ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a small mon...
On The Back Bar #70 Lauren Mote on education in agave, Academia Patrón and the 2022 - 2023 Patrón Perfectionists Global Final.
March 24, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris welcomes back Lauren Mote, the Global Director on On-trade Excellence at Patrón, to talk about ACADEMIA PATRÓN and the 2022 - 2023 Patrón Perfectionists Global Final. https://www.academiapatron.com/ ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where ...
On The Back Bar #69 Scott Hansen on successful crowdfunding, community and building the Island Brands empire.
March 17, 2023 01:01 - 34 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Scott Hansen, the CEO of Island Brands USA, which made Inc's 5000's 2022 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a small monthly donation. Th...
On The Back Bar #68 Francesco Moretti & Andreas Baasch on Bangkok and the legacy of The House on Sathorn
March 05, 2023 03:40 - 40 minutes - 43.5 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Francesco Moretti & Andreas Baasch about their long tenure in the Bangkok bar scene and the legacy of The House on Sathorn. ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a small monthly donation. This fund...
On The Back Bar #67 Simone Caporale on creativity, Barcelona's drink scene and words of wisdom to the next generation.
February 28, 2023 02:52 - 25 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris to industry veteran Simone Caporale about his bar Sips in Barcelona, currently no.3 on the World’s 50 Best Bars. Links The Art of Shaking Simone Caporale IG ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with ...
Season 4 is here, are you ready?
February 28, 2023 02:38 - 3 minutes - 4.18 MBAfter a short break, we are back to a regular schedule for a lineup of stunning interviews to share. Welcome back to On The Back Bar podcast. ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a small monthly donation. This funding will help with all manner of things ...
On The Back Bar #66 Dave Koh of Bar Stories and Tan Chok Han of Elephant Room discussing the third edition of Pisco Nights in Singapore.
November 27, 2022 08:14 - 18 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Dave Koh co-owner of Bar Stories and Tan Chok Han, Head Bartender of the Elephant Room discussing the third edition of Pisco Nights in Singapore. Links ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podcast with a sm...
On The Back Bar #65 Guy Lawrence on Leadership, empowering people and the premium gin category.
November 27, 2022 06:48 - 34 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Guy Lawrence the CEO of Brockmans gin about his leadership style, how he empowers people and the premium gin category. Enjoy! Links https://www.brockmansgin.com/ ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the podca...
On The Back Bar #64 Giacomo Gianotti and Margarita Sader of Paradiso, No.1 in The World’s 50 Best Bars 2022
November 08, 2022 12:07 - 36 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Giacomo Gianotti and Margarita Sader the proud owners of Paradiso! Paradiso, Barcelona, ranks No.1 in The World’s 50 Best Bars 2022. It marks the first time this accolade has been won by a bar outside New York or London. Enjoy! Links https://paradiso.cat/en/about/ ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Pat...
On The Back Bar #63 Gagan Gurung on tea cocktails, the origin of Tell Camellia and the 'This is Life' podcast.
October 14, 2022 09:30 - 35 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Gagan Gurung his background is firmly rooted in asia and thus, he continues to explore farms and local markets to source ingredients within the region in order to experiment with aromatic herbs, spices, fruits and teas. reflecting on this, Gagan co-founded “Tell camellia Hong Kong” which has won coveted awards of 2022 Asia's 50 Best Bars #53, 2021 Asia's 50 Best Bars #23. following this success, Gagan has also co-founded “Barcode Ho...
On The Back Bar #62 Danil Nevsky on social media strategies, creating your brand plan and his goal for the Indie Bartender.
September 22, 2022 03:58 - 50 minutes - 52.3 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Danil Nevsky about social media, Barcelona and what the Indie Bartender is. The Russian globe trotter currently living in Barcelona, is the Founder and CEO of Indie Bartender. Danil was nominated #3 among the Top 100 Most Influential in the Hospitality Industry 2022. Enjoy! Links https://www.indiebartender.com/ ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the ...
On The Back Bar #61 Martin Villareal & Konstantin Nemolochnyi on vintage cocktails, celebrating the 60's and the birth of the opulent Republic bar.
September 01, 2022 07:49 - 48 minutes - 57.5 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Head Bartender Martin Villareal & Assistant Director of F&B Konstantin Nemolochnyi about opening the stunning Republic bar at the Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore. Enjoy! Links https://www.republicbar.com.sg/ Konstantin IG Martin IG ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help th...
Lab 22, the Inaugural winners of the World's 50 Best Bars, Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award 2021.
August 19, 2022 07:41 - 35 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast Chris talks to Max Hayward and Pajtim Tani Hasa from Lab 22 the winners of the Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award at World's 50 Best Bars 2021. Links Lab22 50 Best Bars Theory + Frontiers video Menu artist IG Honey Supplier The Siete Misterios Best Cocktail Menu Award Applicants can find the link on the @50bestbars instagram Application Link: https://bit.ly/W50BB22SieteMisteriosBestCocktailMenuApply Application Deadli...
Table Talk EP#5: Matteo Cadeddu and Arnon “KK” Hoontrakul
August 15, 2022 06:40 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBWelcome to episode #5 of Table Talk, a new series for On The Back Bar where we invite industry professionals to join us on the show to chat about their roles and other various topics. This episode we have beverage manager Matteo Cadeddu and bar director Arnon “KK” Hoontrakul to talk about Bangkok China Town's latest hotspot, Opium bar. Enjoy! Links https://www.restaurantpotong.com/opium-bar KK IG Matteo IG ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podca...
Table Talk EP#4: Gabriel Valdéz and Suwincha 'Chaha' Suwincha
July 07, 2022 06:31 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBWelcome to episode #4 of Table Talk, a new series for On The Back Bar where we invite industry professionals to join us on the show to chat about their roles and other various topics. This episode we have bar manager Gabriel Valdéz and assistant bar manager Suwincha 'Chaha' Suwincha about the exciting new opening in Bangkok, Villa Frantzén. Enjoy! Links https://villafrantzen.com/ https://www.frantzengroup.com/ Gabriel Valdez IG 'Chaha' Suwincha IG ***** Join our community...
Table Talk EP#4: Gabriel Valdés and Suwincha 'Chaha' Suwincha
July 07, 2022 06:31 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBWelcome to episode #4 of Table Talk, a new series for On The Back Bar where we invite industry professionals to join us on the show to chat about their roles and other various topics. This episode we have bar manager Gabriel Valdés and assistant bar manager Suwincha 'Chaha' Suwincha about the exciting new opening in Bangkok, Villa Frantzén. Enjoy! Links https://villafrantzen.com/ https://www.frantzengroup.com/ Gabriel Valdes IG 'Chaha' Suwincha IG ***** Join our community...
Christopher Menning - Bar Convent Berlin Digital Seminar 2021
June 15, 2022 11:21 - 42 minutes - 55.6 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, I release my digital seminar that was on the Bar Convent Berlin education program for 2021. "The tactics, routines, and habits of leaders, icons and world-class beverage experts" Enjoy! https://www.patreon.com/onthebackbar ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is...
On The Back Bar #60 Priyanka Blah on storytelling with the Dram Attic and discovering the Himalayas with Hapusa gin
June 06, 2022 10:56 - 44 minutes - 44.9 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Priyanka Blah a leading South Asian drinks writer Founder of The Dram Attic and Academy Chair for Asia’s’ 50 Best Bars and World’s 50 Best Bars. Enjoy! Links https://thedramattic.com/ Priyanka Blah https://www.naospirits.com/ ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help thi...
On The Back Bar #59 Tommaso Cecca on the birthplace of Campari, the art if the Aperitivo and teaching the DNA of Camparino culture.
May 30, 2022 11:06 - 25 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Tommaso Cecca the Store Manager and Head Bartender at Camparino in Galleria, a historic bar of Milan, overlooking the Duomo. ABOUT CAMPARINO Camparino in Galleria is the legendary bar opened by Davide Campari in Milan's Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in 1915. The bar was opened opposite to Caffè Campari, the establishment opened by Gaspare Campari - Davide’s father and the creator of the bitter liqueur - in 1867. Following ...
Holly Graham on the release of her new book, Cocktails of Asia: Regional Recipes and the Spirited Stories Behind Them
May 26, 2022 03:25 - 18 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris welcomes back Holly Graham to talk about the release of her debut book, Cocktails of Asia: Regional Recipes and the Spirited Stories Behind Them. Enjoy! Links Enjoy! Contact info & Resources: Insta: HollyGrahamDrinks DRINK Magazine Buy Cocktails of Asia on Amazon ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining o...
Table Talk EP#3: Chris Thompson & Chef Peter Franklin
May 23, 2022 03:43 - 38 minutes - 38.7 MBWelcome to episode #3 of Table Talk, a new series for On The Back Bar where we invite industry professionals to join us on the show to chat about their roles and other various topics. This episode we have Chris Thompson the Senior Editor of Food & Drink for Vietcetera and Chef Peter Franklin of award winning restaurant Anan in Saigon. Enjoy! Links Vietcetera Website Anan Saigon Website https://www.songcaidistillery.com/ https://www.distillerie-indochine.com/en/2266-2/ ...
On The Back Bar #58 Vidur Gupta on innovation, safeguarding agricultural heritage through storytelling and bringing Stranger & Sons gin to the world.
May 17, 2022 04:14 - 28 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Vidur Gupta co-founder of Third Eye Distillery, producer of Stranger & Sons gin. Enjoy! Links https://strangerandsons.com/ https://www.instagram.com/strangerandsons/ ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help this podcast grow. Patreon is a platform where you can support the...
On The Back Bar #57 Arijit Bose on Goa's evolving drink scene, Midnight Brekkies and Bar Tesouro's rise to fame.
May 09, 2022 01:34 - 33 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Arijit Bose co-founder of The Lovers Rum, Countertop India, Bar Back Collective and the recently listed #4 Best Bar in Asia, Bar Tesouro. Enjoy! Links Bar Tesouro Instagram @theloversrum @barbackcollective. @countertopindia Arijit Bose Instagram ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it w...
On The Back Bar #57 Arijit Bose on Goa's evolving drink scene, Midnight Brekkies and Bar Tesouro's rise to fame.
May 09, 2022 01:34In this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Arijit Bose co-founder of The Lovers Rum, Bar Back Collective and the recently listed #4 Best Bar in Asia, Bar Tesouro. Enjoy! Links Bar Tesouro Instagram @theloversrum @barbackcollective. @countertopindia Arijit Bose Instagram ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you could support us by joining our Patreon it would really help t...
Table Talk EP#2: William Pravda and Sean Halse.
April 30, 2022 04:38 - 45 minutes - 51.9 MBWelcome to episode #2 of Table Talk, a new series for On The Back Bar where we invite industry professionals to join us on the show to chat about their roles and other various topics. This episode we have William Pravda and Sean Halse from the newly opened Capella Hanoi. Enjoy! Links William Pravda Instagram Sean Halse Instagram Capella Hanoi ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the show going! If you...
Asia's 50 Best Bars in Bangkok with Mark Sansom.
April 27, 2022 04:09 - 21 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris welcomes back Mark Sansom to talk about the exciting Asia's 50 Best Bars awards this week in Bangkok on Thursday 28th April 19:30 UTC+07. Asia's 50 Best Bars 51-100 list 2022 Asia's 50 Best Bars Asia's 50 Best Bars Live Stream event https://www.theworlds50best.com/stories/News/asia-bars-51-100-list-in-pictures.html ***** Join our community on Facebook! Beverage Network This podcast relies on our listeners to keep the ...
On The Back Bar #56 Chris Tunstall on his legacy of A Bar Above.
April 19, 2022 10:15 - 46 minutes - 47.5 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Chris Tunstall the founder of A Bar Above. Chris Tunstall is the co-founder of A Bar Above and serves as Chief of Brand & Product Development. As the dedicated hospitality expert for the Southern California-based company, he brings more than 15 years of experience in bartending, managing, and consulting for bars and restaurants throughout California. Chris is the face and voice behind the A Bar Above Podcast, which covers a range...
On The Back Bar #55 Tristan Stephenson on changing perception on whisky, and on hosting Bar Chat, the Diageo Bar Academy podcast.
April 01, 2022 02:37 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Tristan Stephenson the renowned bar operator and host of the Diageo Bar Academy podcast, Bar Chat. Tristan Stephenson is an award winning bar operator, bartender, chef, some-time journalist, and bestselling author of the Curious Bartender series of drinks books. He was the co-founder of London-based Fluid Movement, who have operated a number of bars in the capital, and Curious Laboratories beverage consultancy— he’s also quite han...
On The Back Bar #54 Cameron George on the essence of Ardbeg, olfactory receptors and connecting with consumers.
March 20, 2022 02:04 - 47 minutes - 49.6 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Cameron George the US National Ambassador for Ardbeg. Cameron George is a Whisky evangelist born and raised in Seattle Washington, known as both an impassioned spirits educator and community leader he has served as President of Washington’s Bartenders Guild, and Chair of the USBG National Education Week Committee. He brings with him 12 years of service in the Hospitality industry, garnering success in top National/International c...
Nick Buzzell introducing the Spirits Network platform.
December 18, 2021 07:34 - 33 minutes - 35 MBOn The Back Bar. Entrepreneur Series #5 Welcome to a new series of On The Back Bar talking to entrepreneurs in the hospitality industry about business strategy and start ups. Nick Buzzell is a successful entrepreneur, producer and media executive with a passion to create innovative media experiences across multiple platforms. He leads a growing team of storytellers, technologists, entrepreneurs and dreamers. Nick’s newest division, NBTV Channels is providing consumers shop-able streami...
On The Back Bar #53 Paul Mathew on the Non-Alcoholic category, draft cocktails and Everleaf.
November 09, 2021 06:30 - 35 minutes - 40 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Paul Mathew founder of Everleaf. Paul, bartender and bar owner (The Hide, The Arbitrager, and Demon, Wise & Partners in London) founded Everleaf in January 2019. Everleaf is an award-winning non-alcoholic aperitif made with all the depth, aroma and flavour of the natural world. Paul researched plants, sustainable sourcing, dehydrating samples, macerating and extracting to get the perfect blend of complementing yet surprising flavou...
Table Talk EP#1: Philip Augustin, Daniel Elphinstone & Gabriel Gliga
November 01, 2021 01:44 - 1 hour - 125 MBWelcome to episode one of Table Talk, a new series for On The Back Bar where we invite industry professionals to join us on the show and to chat about their roles and other various topics. This episode we have Philip Augustin the Spirits Sales Director for Italasia, Gabriel Gliga the Beverage Manager for Soho Hospitality and Daniel Elphinstone the SEA Whisky Ambassador at Bacardi. Enjoy! Bottles: Se Busca Reposado Aberfeldy 12 & 20 Dewar's Illegal Smooth Mezcal Finish Links ...
On The Back Bar #52 Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig discuss the foundations for successful PR in the beverage industry.
October 20, 2021 10:17 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Hanna Lee & Michael Anstendig about their award winning PR agency and what beverage professionals can do to improve their media presence. Michael Anstendig is Partner, Editor in Chief and Media Trainer at Hanna Lee Communications. He is also a journalist who has covered the hospitality industry for media outlets such as the New York Times, Time Out New York, and reviewed more than 200 restaurants for New York Magazine’s website, ww...
On The Back Bar #51 Ian Burrell on Rumfest 2021, Equiano Rum, and defining the role of the Rum Ambassador.
October 16, 2021 08:51 - 47 minutes - 49.1 MBOn The Back Bar. A Bartender Podcast for the Drinks Trade #51 Ian Burrell on Rumfest 2021, Equiano Rum, and defining the role of the Rum Ambassador. In this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Ian 'Rum' Burrell the global ambassador for the rum category and, THE man to speak to for all things rum. He also founded Rumfest, the world's first rum festival in 2007 and, has since inspired the birth of rum festivals around the world including Miami, Berlin, Paris, Rome, Madrid, Pr...
On The Back Bar #50 Alexandre Gabriel on innovation, discovering old recipes and the story of Maison Ferrand.
October 10, 2021 09:10 - 46 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Alexandre Gabriel owner and master blender of Maison Ferrand. Alexandre discovered an old Cognac home and transformed it into what is now known as Maison Ferrand, in the heart of Cognac's Grande Champagne region. Along with a small team, Alexandre turned the Cognac House into one of the most distinctive producers of artisanal spirits in today's market, resulting in an award-winning portfolio of coveted brands. Alexandre's love fo...
On The Back Bar #49 Daddy Rack on distillation best practices, spirit industry developments, and his passion for Tennessee.
October 02, 2021 06:40 - 44 minutes - 45.6 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to James Arthur Rackham of "Daddy Rack" Tennessee Straight Whisky. J.Arthur Rackham's lifetime spirit adventure began at an early age, when he was born above his father's liquor store on London's Portobello Road. In 1968 at the age of 15, he was an apprentice with the Camus family in Cognac, France, where he worked in the distilleries and rackhouses with his seasoned instructors. This was the start of his 40-year career as a blende...
Tim Angelillo on defining your North Star, craft cocktails on demand and navigating America's three-tired distribution system.
September 21, 2021 03:50 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBOn The Back Bar. Entrepreneur Series #4 Welcome to a new series of On The Back Bar talking to entrepreneurs in the hospitality industry about business strategy and start ups. In this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Tim Angelillo, Founder/CDO of Sourced Craft Cocktails. The largest craft cocktail delivery company in the United States. Tim's extensive experience as a tech executive and entrepreneur prepared the groundwork for his successful business. Sourced Craft Coc...
On The Back Bar #48 Symphony Loo on Campari, celebrating the Negroni and what it really means to be a brand ambassador.
September 15, 2021 05:49 - 56 minutes - 130 MBIn this episode of On The Back Bar Podcast, Chris talks to Symphony Loo about the much anticipated Negroni week and what Campari is doing throughout the region of South East Asia to support it. Symphony is the South East Asia Brand Ambassador for Campari Group and for the last three years has been developing bartenders throughout the region. Hospitality has been part of her DNA from a young age. She studied hotel design and project management at the prestigious Les Roches Global Hospitality ...