Adam, Joanna, and Zach respond to a recent piece about using your phone when perusing a wine list: should you direct all of your questions to the sommelier or server, and is it fact rude to check details, scores, and prices online? Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Joanna is reading: Bus Bin Bassinets and Bottle Service: How New Parents in the Bar World Make It WorkZach is reading: Brandy and Eau de Vie Are Seriously Uncool — Unless You’re a BartenderAdam is reading: Old Potrero Blazed a Trail for Craft Rye Whiskey. Why Is It Perpetually Overlooked?Instagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hosts share hilarious anecdotes from a recent event, emphasizing the importance of hydration. They discuss innovative cocktails from Guadalajara, like the Negrone Tropezado with unique ingredients. The transformation of bartending in Las Vegas is explored, highlighting the rise of celebrity bartenders and authenticity issues in hotel bars. Challenges in the bar franchise industry are examined, especially those that merely license their brand without genuine support. The conversation wraps up with listener engagement, encouraging personal bar stories.

With Adam, Joanna, and Zach all on the road, they discuss what they look for when traveling: how best to try to get the sense for a local drinks scene, the amount of prep work they do, and how they assess whether styles and trends are viable on a larger scale or will likely remain localized. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Instagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To announce the launch of Full Book, Adam, Joanna, and Zach are joined by contributor Dave Foss to discuss the impact that current and proposed tariffs from the Trump Administration are having on the restaurant, bar, and hotel industry, from slowing down potential openings to creating chaos in the by-the-glass market. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Zach is drinking: Kobayashi ViognierJoanna is drinking: Perfect Manhattan at Strip HouseAdam is drinking: Dom Perignon "P2" 2003Instagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The discussion kicks off with the transformation of the Martini, blending classic styles with innovative twists. An interesting look at the rising trend of 50/50 serves captures attention. They explore the cultural ties between craft beer and jam bands, reminiscing about favorites like Magic Hat No. 9. The hosts delve into the changing presentation of martinis in bars, highlighting modern techniques while still honoring tradition. Listeners are encouraged to consider which cities could rival New York as the martini capital of the U.S.

The hosts dive into the evolving landscape of cocktail bars transforming into restaurant-style venues. They discuss the struggles of marrying intricate food menus with the drinking experience, questioning whether bars truly want diners. The challenges of maintaining a lively atmosphere while serving meals are explored, revealing the tension between patrons and staff. Additionally, they share insights on a remarkable Roussan wine and introduce Zacapa Rum's unique aging process, adding a flavorful finish to the conversation.

With lots of public backlash building against tipping, Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss why "tip creep" is hurting folks who actually rely on tips for their wages, and why adding lots of different charges and service fees onto a restaurant or bar check is the wrong way to convey that employees are being taken care of. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Joanna is reading: Thinking Differently: Neuorodivergent Bartenders Thrive Behind the StickZach is reading: How Monster Managed to Vaporize Half of CANarchy’s Value in Just Three YearsAdam is reading: For Non-Alcoholic Drinks Brands, Bitter Is BestInstagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam, Joanna, and Zach are joined by Dave Foss to talk about some listener complaints surrounding wine service in restaurants: why staff training and education are critical, how cutting back on hours is counterproductive, and more. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Adam is drinking: Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch BourbonJoanna is drinking: Raspberry Whiskey Sour at Bar SnackZach is drinking: Gin Martini with a skosh of Highland Park 12Instagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam, Joanna, and Zach respond to the widely-reported rumors that Constellation Brands is looking to sell off the entirety of its wine portfolio to focus on beer. They chat about how beer has become the centerpiece of Constellation's business, whether recently-implemented tariffs should be a cause for concern, and what this might mean for the few spirits brands in the portfolio. Please remember to subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your episodes, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well.Zach is reading: Before Whiskey Stones, There Were Martini Stones — And They Didn’t Work EitherAdam is reading: VinePair's Best New Bartender 2025Joanna is reading: Can Japan Replicate What it Did for Whisky With Wine?Instagram: @adamteeter, @jcsciarrino, @zgeballe, @vinepair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hosts delve into the Elijah Craig Old Fashioned Competition, revealing its surprising appeal to Millennials and Gen Z. They share their adventures with vintage spirits, including a vermouth-making experiment, and discuss how aged bourbons elevate the drinking experience. The Old Fashioned emerges as a sophisticated choice, attracting younger drinkers with its timeless charm. Insights into cocktail culture, the allure of unique ingredients, and memorable tasting experiences spice up the conversation, highlighting the evolving nature of bourbon appreciation.