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BONUS: Behind the Bar: Mastering the Art of Flair Bartending with 22-Year Veteran


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Step behind the bar and into the captivating world of flair bartending with veteran mixologist Vache in this special edition "shift drink" episode recorded live at the World Food Championship with KC. 

While culinary competitions often steal the spotlight, we turn our attention to the equally impressive art of performance bartending. Vache, a 22-year veteran who works at Circa Las Vegas, shares his journey from bartending novice to flair expert. What began with a fortuitous meeting with Francesco, one of the World Mixology Championships organizers, blossomed into decades of bottle-flipping expertise.

This special WFC epsidoe is some technical advice and entertaining demos (watch on YouTube!) as Vache breaks down how beginners can approach flair bartending. "Keep it simple. You go one bottle, one shaker. This is your bread and butter," he advises. Through hands-on instruction, KC attempts various techniques—from bottle stalls and simple tosses to the more complex thumb roll—discovering that finding your personal balance points is crucial to success. The highlight comes when she successfully executes a bottle-spinning move on her first attempt, proving that with proper guidance, anyone can incorporate elements of flair into their mixology repertoire.

Whether you're a professional bartender looking to add some visual excitement to your service or simply curious about the flashier side of mixology, this episode offers valuable insights into an often overlooked culinary art form. Follow Vache on Instagram and TikTok @flyinv to see more impressive tricks, or catch his live performances at Circa Las Vegas on weekends. Ready to shake up your bartending skills? This episode is just what you need to get started.

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Burnt Hands PerspectiveBy Antonio Caruana and Kristen Crowley