Bartender at Large

There are plenty of bar books on how to make the perfect Old-Fashioned or a killer Margarita, but there aren’t many books that teach you to how train and lead an incredible bar team. To help lend us some guidance on the subject of scaling up your crew, we are joined by Meaghan Dorman (Bar Director of Raines Law Room, Raines Law Room at the William, Dear Irving, and Dear Irving on Hudson) who has years of experience running multiple award-winning venues around New York City. So, tune in as she reveals the tools & insights that allow her to thrive and succeed.   Learn More: Raines Law Room http://www.raineslawroom.com   Dear Irving https://www.dearirving.com   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

We all wish to innovate in the workplace and help push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of beverage, but what about when what you are setting out to do has never been done before? This week we meet with a couple of rebels in the field of spirits who are not only blazing new trails, but also resurrecting lost methods of brandy production. So join us, as we chat with Alexandre Gabriel of Maison Ferrand and Hubert Germain-Robin, one of the first craft distillers in modern American spirits.   Learn More: Hubert Germain-Robin https://distilling.com/distillermagazine/author/hubert-germain-robin/   Alexandre Gabriel http://maisonferrand.com/en/alexandre-gabriel/   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

Have you ever wondered who designs those beautiful tiki mugs that hold your favorite cocktail? Or ever considered who carved the bartop at your local tiki bar? Also, what goes into this sort of design? Tune in this week as we meet with tiki legend, Daniel Gallardo aka Tiki Diablo, the artist who has designed some of the world's most famous tropical havens, as well as many of the industry's most sought after mugs.   Learn More:   TIKI DIABLO http://tikidiablo.com   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

With the New Year in full swing & everyone focused on resolutions  and self-care, we decided to focus this week’s episode on leading a healthier lifestyle as a bartender. To help guide the way, our guest this week is Camille Vidal, the founder of the mindful drinking consultancy La Maison Wellness. In years past, Vidal has spent her career as a consultant and global brand ambassador most notably for St-Germain, but she is now forging a career as an advocate for low/no ABV cocktails, while also elevating practical well-being and healthy habits for hospitality employees.   Learn More:   La Maison Wellness https://www.lamaisonwellness.com   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

Tune in this week as we chat with industry magnate, Josh Harris —co-owner of the award-winning bars bars Trick Dog and Bon Voyage, and co-founder consulting company The Bon Vivants — as he details his process of creating atmosphere in his venues. Whether it is hitting flea markets in the early morning or taking road trips to find that perfect piece of memorabilia, Harris does not cut corners when it comes to finalizing the look of a bar. In addition, he discusses his endeavors in regards to charity and how he believes that philanthropy compliments the vibe of hospitality that his bars create.   Learn More:   Bon Vivants https://www.bonvivants.com/bvhospitality/   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

When you are trying to create a world class bar, there are few things more important than building a strong team where everyone is working hard & on the same page. But putting together an awesome crew is much more than simply choosing the right people, it's also about developing a workplace where they can be challenged & grow professionally, while being surrounded by coworkers they can believe in. To help us learn more about this crucial philosophy, we are joined by UK bartender, Megs Miller of FAM Bar, an expert in building bar teams.   Learn More:   FAM Bar https://fam.bar   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

Why wait until Monday for a new episode when you can tune in to this bonus episode with this week's guest: Alexandre Gabriel of Maison Ferrand. Here he will be taking questions from our audience. So listen in as we learn about Cognac from one of the spirit's greatest talents.   Learn More: Maison Ferrand http://maisonferrand.com/en/   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

Join us as we have a conversation with the creative mind behind so many of today's most prestigious spirits, Alexandre Gabriel. Over the last 30 years, he has earned a reputation for blazing his own trail, resurrecting lost methods & sometimes even ruffling a few feathers in the process. So tune, as we shares his story behind his spirits empire.    Learn More: Maison Ferrand http://maisonferrand.com   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

Not so long ago, the Las Vegas strip was the last place that cocktail connoisseurs would head to for a well-crafted beverage, but now those days are long gone, as casinos have grown hip to quality cocktails. A large part of this recent shift is due to people like Sam Ross & Juyoung Kang, who are featured on this week's episode. They are two of the talents who are helping to change how people are drinking in the gambling capital of the world.   Learn More: The Dorsey Cocktail Bar https://www.venetian.com/restaurants/the-dorsey.html   Rosina Cocktail Lounge https://www.venetian.com/restaurants/rosina.html   Electra Cocktail Club https://www.venetian.com/restaurants/electra-cocktail-club.html   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

Join us this week as dive deep into holiday cocktails with renowned eggnog advocate, Nicholas Bennett of the Porchlight in New York City. Bennett is known for his eggnog which is aged over a year, as well as his Hot Buttered Rum. So tune in as we go over the fundamentals of seasonal cocktails, as well as what goes into being able to serve them in a high-volume bar setting.   Learn More:   Nick Bennett https://www.porchlightbar.com/team-member/nick-bennett/   Nick's Aged Eggnog Recipe https://thenickbennett.tumblr.com/post/75693719644/aged-eggnog   ==============================   Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you.   SUPPORT US ON PATREON: For early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge    FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge   FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:   Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge