Francesco Murgia, Head Bar at AXIS Bar @ Hilton Schiphol Amsterdam, has a long standing career in the hospitality industry. In the Netherlands he is well-known for the cocktail bar he owned in the Hague ("The Court"), which gave him the nickname The Judge.  He was just promoted to Head Bar, whilst he was working there for several years. He shares his passion for cocktails, and more importantly for creativity, story telling and... educating his staff. It is much more than just making tasteful drinks... 

In this episode Jaap van de Weg meets Nick Vrielink at 'his' bar: Fitz's Bar Amsterdam. Nick had a very successful 2023: winning the Dutch bartender championship, reaching gold at the IBA championships, and grabbing the 'Best New Cocktailbar' during the 2023 Entree Awards. Reflecting on this fantastic year, and discussing the developments in the cocktail scene and specifically the importance of non-alcoholic cocktails.   

Alejandro Saravia, Head Bar at Luminair, explains his views on the cocktail revolution in the Netherlands. In specific he highlights the role of alcohol-free spirits and cocktails. Explaining & detailing about his sources of inspiration and his ambitions -and obligations- as bar lead at Luminair

In this episode Timo Janse and Jaap van de Weg (GINAMIS) discuss the journey of alcohol-free cocktails in the Dutch bar scene. A product close to Timo's heart as co-owner of the Flying Dutchmen Cocktails bar, the Dutch Courage bar, organiser of a.o. the Perfect Serve Bar Show Amsterdam and the Amsterdam Cocktail Week. 
More than 10 years ago he already published a book on alcohol-free cocktails... for kids! And wow, the world has changed since... 

At Bar BAUT - Tom de Rooij (Bar BAUT) and Jaap van de Weg (GINAMIS) discuss the Journey of Alcohol-Free cocktails in the legendary BAUT concept.  How it evolved from an unimportant, minor section on the menu, to a full list of tasteful alcohol-free cocktails. To be enjoyed during the entire day, but mostly -as Tom surprisingly mentions- during dinner!