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Norm sits down with Robert Kirwood, a Rhinebeck native and seasoned bartender who's served everyone from local regulars to celebrities. Growing up in Rhinebeck and now tending bar at Rhinecellar, Kirwood shares stories from his 40-year career, from making his first cocktails to crafting classics like 'The Last Word.' The conversation covers the Beatles, booze trivia, bartending through the pandemic, innovative drink recipes, and the art of handling troublemakers with grace. Packed with humor, anecdotes, and infectious enthusiasm, they celebrate a shared passion for mixology and bar culture.
Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org
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Norm sits down with Robert Kirwood, a Rhinebeck native and seasoned bartender who's served everyone from local regulars to celebrities. Growing up in Rhinebeck and now tending bar at Rhinecellar, Kirwood shares stories from his 40-year career, from making his first cocktails to crafting classics like 'The Last Word.' The conversation covers the Beatles, booze trivia, bartending through the pandemic, innovative drink recipes, and the art of handling troublemakers with grace. Packed with humor, anecdotes, and infectious enthusiasm, they celebrate a shared passion for mixology and bar culture.
Produced by Norm Magnusson, Jennifer Hammoud, and Matty Rosenberg @ radiofreerhinecliff.org
Send comments to [email protected]

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