Bartender at Large Likable Cocktails w Kaitlyn Stewart | Bartender at Large ep 435
Feb 17, 2025
Kaitlyn Stewart, a former World Class Global Bartender of the Year and the genius behind Likable Cocktails, shares her journey into the world of bartending and social media. She discusses the art of making cocktails approachable for home enthusiasts, balancing Instagram aesthetics with practical bar techniques, and how the pandemic inspired her to create engaging video content. Kaitlyn shares insights on viral recipes, the vibrant community of bartenders, and the exciting announcement of Toronto as the 2025 Global Host for the prestigious bartending competition.
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Write Reproducible Recipes
- Post reliable cocktail recipes that work exactly as written so home bartenders can recreate them.
- Prioritize balance and practicality over looks to build trust and repeatable results.
Pandemic Sparked Her Social Channel
- Kaitlyn started posting during the pandemic to recreate bar hospitality for regulars stuck at home.
- She used social videos to answer clients' recipe questions and regain connection with guests.
Keep Cocktails Approachable
- Make cocktail content approachable so viewers can replicate recipes at home.
- Avoid pretension and teach fundamentals to reduce intimidation at bars.