Garret Richard
Bartender and author of Tropical Standard who led beverage program development at Sunken Harbor Club and is known for expertise in tropical cocktails and menu R&D.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 1h 28min
The (Re)Missionary's Downfall
Garret Richard, Chief Cocktail Officer at Sunken Harbor Club and VinePair's Next Wave Awards Bartender of the Year (2024), dives into the enchanting world of tiki cocktails. He discusses the origins of the Missionary's Downfall, blending techniques, and how to elevate cocktail artistry. Learn how kitchen appliances revolutionized cocktail making and discover key ingredients like xanthan gum. Garret also shares the secrets to perfecting frozen drinks and emphasizes the importance of high-quality ice and flavor balance for an extraordinary cocktail experience.
Dec 17, 2025 • 1h 10min
Sunken Harbor Club
In this lively discussion, St. John Frizell, co-founder of the innovative Sunken Harbor Club, shares his journey from cocktail obsession to bar ownership. Ben Schneider, restaurateur and designer, reminisces about childhood pirate plays that inspired their creative vision. Garret Richard, the cocktail mastermind, reveals the secrets behind their tropical menu and theatrical service. Together, they explore the challenges of launching a bar during COVID and how community support transformed their pop-up into a celebrated cocktail destination.
