Bartender at Large

Being a spirits writer is not an easy gig, especially when you are the editor of one of the world's leading industry magazines. There is so much more that goes into reporting beverage news, than just visiting distilleries and tasting booze. So tune in this week, as we examine what it takes make it as a cocktail journalist in today's bar scene.

LEARN MORE: Imbibe Magazine: http://imbibemagazine.com Cocktail Chronicles: http://www.cocktailchronicles.com ============================== Join us every week as star bartender, Erick Castro, hangs out with some of the top bartenders from around the world while drinking a little bit of whiskey. The truth about bartending comes to the surface, since nothing is off limits and topics range on everything from sleeping with customers to the first time you got drunk. 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

Far too many people in the bar industry see cocktail creation as a baffling and mysterious act, but this is very often because many of the top drink makers choose not to share their tips and secrets. Or just as likely, perhaps they do not fully understand how they do it. Which is why for this episode we are joined by 2018 Bartender of the Year, Yael Vengroff, and together we pull back the curtains and tell you, exactly what goes into creating killer cocktails. LEARN MORE: Yael Vengroff: https://www.instagram.com/asapstormborn/ Spare Room http://www.spareroomhollywood.com Flavor Bouncing: Part 1 https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/see-how-to-flavor-bounce-2117567.html Flavor Bouncing: Part 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvhjbYXDdu4 ============================== Join us every week as star bartender, Erick Castro, hangs out with some of the top bartenders from around the world while drinking a little bit of whiskey. The truth about bartending comes to the surface, since nothing is off limits and topics range on everything from sleeping with customers to the first time you got drunk. 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

For this episode we decided to team up with Ross Simon, of Bitter & Twisted, and play a game where we list three things we hate about the bar world today and three things we love. Tune in as we cut through the b.s. and tell you what's on our mind. LEARN MORE: Bitter & Twisted https://bitterandtwistedaz.com Arizona Cocktail Week https://arizonacocktailweekend.com ============================== Join us every week as star bartender, Erick Castro, hangs out with some of the top bartenders from around the world while drinking a little bit of whiskey. The truth about bartending comes to the surface, since nothing is off limits and topics range on everything from sleeping with customers to the first time you got drunk. 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

For this episode dive deep into the world of beer from the perspective of the craft bartender. Not only do we explore the differences between microbrews and the big boys, but we also get you some practical pointers on putting together a killer beer list. Fall Brewing: http://www.fallbrewing.com ======================================= Join us every week as star bartender, Erick Castro, hangs out with some of the top bartenders from around the world while drinking a little bit of whiskey. The truth about bartending comes to the surface, since nothing is off limits and topics range on everything from sleeping with customers to the first time you got drunk. Follow us on Twitter: Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

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A couple of years ago there was a big controversy involving Flor de Caña Rum and the health of its field workers. This week let's follow up with them to see what they have been doing been since to improve the health & well-being of those who harvest their sugar cane.

David Powell:

https://www.instagram.com/blahsquiat/

Flor de Caña Rum:

http://www.flordecana.com/

Fair Trade Certification: https://www.fairtradecertified.org/why-fair-trade/press-releases/fair-trade-usa-flor-de-cana-rum http://www.flordecana.com/fairtrade/ https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/05/flor-de-cana-gains-fair-trade-certification/ ========================================== Join us every week as star bartender, Erick Castro, hangs out with some of the top bartenders from around the world while drinking a little bit of whiskey. The truth about bartending comes to the surface, since nothing is off limits and topics range on everything from sleeping with customers to the first time you got drunk. Follow us on Twitter: Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge Follow us on Instagram: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge

Tune in as Mark Stoddard, Global Brand Ambassador for Hendrick's Gin, shares his thoughts with us regarding the state of today's cocktail scene. As well, as the challenges of creating modern classics and why its crazy to ignore dessert cocktails.

Learn More:

Hendrick's Gin:

https://www.hendricksgin.com/orbium

Mark Stoddard

https://www.instagram.com/mixmastermark/

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With the world of rum so vast & full of delicious variety, it is easy to get lost in what makes Jamaica Rum so incredible. To help us navigate, we are joined by Alex Kong of Worthy Park, a man who knows a thing or two about what makes Jamaica Rum so unique.

Learn More:

Alex Kong:

https://www.instagram.com/zankong/?hl=en

Rum-Bar Rum:

http://www.worthyparkestate.com/products/

Worthy Park:

http://www.worthyparkestate.com

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With the world of rum so vast & full of delicious variety, it is easy to get lost in what makes Jamaica Rum so incredible. To help us navigate, we are joined by Alex Kong of Worthy Park, a man who knows a thing or two about what makes Jamaica Rum so unique.

Learn More:

Alex Kong:

https://www.instagram.com/zankong/?hl=en

Rum-Bar Rum:

http://www.worthyparkestate.com/products/

Worthy Park:

http://www.worthyparkestate.com

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Join us every week as star bartender, Erick Castro, hangs out with

some of the top bartenders from around the world while drinking a

little bit of whiskey. The truth about bartending comes to the

surface, since nothing is off limits and topics range on everything

from sleeping with customers to the first time you got drunk.

Follow us on Twitter:

Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender

Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge

Follow us on Instagram:

Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender

Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge

Curating & fine-tuning staff submissions for a seasonal menu can be a daunting task, particularly because offering constructive criticism can often be so difficult to do. Join us this week, as we are joined by renowned bartender, Julie Haase, as she walks us through the foundations on effective menu development.

Learn More:

The Sugar House

http://sugarhousedetroit.com

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This week we hang out with David Kearns, of Maker's Mark, and talk about the bourbon renaissance that is happening around the world, while also learning about the history of the distillery.

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Maker's Mark

www.makersmark.com

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Join us every week as star bartender, Erick Castro, hangs out with

some of the top bartenders from around the world while drinking a

little bit of whiskey. The tru