On this episode we sit down for a chat with Syd Thomas. If you're a regular patron of the Tonga Hut in North Hollywood then you've probably had a cocktail created by Syd. Syd is a career bartender having logged almost 3 decades of mixology and cocktail creation. We talk about his creative process, how he found his way to the Tonga Hut and what he's got in store for the future!

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This episode is sponsored by Tanduay Rum, the world's largest rum producer and winner of over 170 international medals in the past 4 decades. Check out their webpage at tanduayUSA.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram @TanduayUSA.

This episode is also sponsored by The Tonga Hut. With locations in North Hollywood and Palm Springs, the Tonga Hut serves classic tiki cocktails in a classic tiki atmosphere. For more information go to TongaHut.com or find them on Facebook or Instagram.

This episode is also sponsored by The Royal Hawaiian in Laguna Beach, California. Stop in for a Lapu Lapu, enjoy their delicious brunch or drop by for Happy Hour from 2:30-5:30pm Daily. To make a reservation visit royalhawaiianlb.com

Additional sponsors include Steadfast Pomade and Tiki-Ti. Stop by their FB and IG pages and give them a like!