Podcasts by Bartender Journey - Cocktails. Spirits. Bartending Culture. Libations for your Ears.

Dano's Tequila and Resources for Bartenders from 2020-07-02T19:59:44

We chat with Chris Timmerman from Dano's Tequila.

WBSE (Whiskey Bourbon Scotch Enthusiasts) from 2020-06-11T18:28:38

We talk with Chad Cadden & Bill Varnell, founders of Whiskey, Bourbon, and Scotch Enthusiasts, (WBSE).

Also joining us is author of Beginner's Guide to W...

Whisk(e)y Clubs from 2020-06-04T17:31:32

We talk with Peter Grasso of the Monmouth Whisky Club and Julia Ritz Toffoli founder of Women Who Whiskey. Listen

Keeping the Hustle Alive with Walter Easterbrook from 2020-05-18T16:45:41

Friend of the podcast Walter Easterbrook joins us to talk about how he's still hustling during quarantine.  He also share some great resources from his recent Beyond the Bar series.

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Tequila Education from 2020-05-05T19:07:54

Great Education with founder of Hiatus Tequila, Kristopher DeSoto for Cinco de Mayo! For a deep dive into Tequila Education, check out the The Bar Book, Elements of Cocktail Technique  is always my #1 recommendation.

Ever Think About Creating Your Own Bartender Podcast? from 2020-04-16T17:26:13

With all of us Bartenders stuck at home and out of work during quarantine, this might be just the time to start a podcast of your own!

Here's a little jump start for you!

#FUCoronavirus from 2020-03-23T18:02:11

In this difficult time of the Bud Lite, um, Corona virus...we are sending good vibes/wishes to stay healthy mental, physically and financially.  That last one...financially is really tough right...

Corona-tastrophe. Part2 from 2020-03-16T19:14:56

We here we are in the thick of the Corona-tastrophe.  It is having far reaching implications and consequences for the Hospitality industry.

We have an interview with Andrew Rigie, Executi...

Coronavirus Effect on the Hospitality Industry, Part 1 from 2020-03-12T12:57:56

On Episode No. 294 we talk with Frank Ciulla, Educator, Scientist and Founder of Hudson Educational Services about COVID-19, commonly known as "Coronavirus".

Fortelaza. It was an amazing trip. I had such a great time but also learned so much about Tequil...

Circle Hospitality Group from 2019-12-06T11:02:49

We speak with Owner Stewart King and General Manager Jack Keane of Circle Hospitality Group in Cincinnati.

Tribute to my Bartending Mentor from 2019-11-20T19:08:06

There is a hole in the bartending community – Gary "gaz" Regan passed away on November 15, 2019. He was an inspiration and mentor to a huge portion of the bartender community. His book The Joy o...

Chris Fletcher of Jack Daniels from 2019-10-30T16:02:12

Hazel interviews Assistant Master Distiller at Jack Daniels, Chris Fletcher.

Check out the new book by host of this podcast Brian Weber:  Cocktails Made ...

Cocktails Made Simple by Brian Weber&Amin Benny from 2019-10-17T14:51:41

We are very excited to announce the release of Cocktails Made Simple written by Brian Weber and Amin Benny.  We wrote it to be easy to follow, clear and con...

Responsibility.org from 2019-09-26T19:49:33

We speak with Chris Swonger, the President and CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. and Responsibility.org

Also what's the best way to cut citrus garnishes at the bar? 

Cocktail Photography with Anthony Nader @52Chefs from 2019-09-05T17:16:05

Bartender Journey Podcast #284

Today we talk about cocktail photography with professional food and beverage photographer Anthony Nader.  His company is called 52 chefs. He is a l...

Understanding Vodka with Joe McCanta from 2019-08-22T20:40:54

Joe McCanta, Grey Goose global ambassador joins us on the show.  This interview was recorded at Tales of the Cocktail 2019 -- we get a great understanding of Vodka.

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Santa Teresa Rum and My Freind Duke from 2019-08-08T17:08:11

We talk with Alberto Vollmer CEO of Santa Teresa 1796 Rum, made in Venezuela.

Also a chat with Attaboy alum Zachary Pease at his new bar in Manhattan called My Friend Duke.

Live From Tales Of The Cocktail 2019 from 2019-07-25T20:59:21

Listen in to the Toast to Tales, hear about the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation’s grant recipients for 2019 and hear about the Grey Goose Great Bar Race. Also, we talk to Jonathan Pogash about ...

Live from Bar Convent Brooklyn from 2019-06-27T17:17:53

We speak with Raymond Edwards, Chief Mixologist for House of Angostura during Bar Convent Brooklyn.

Fruit Flies and Other Unpleasantries in the Bar from 2019-05-02T18:16:40

Don't let those darn Fruit Flies take over you bar!  Give them an inch and they will take a mile!  There is a lot you can do to prevent them from flourishing.  Here's some things you can do:

Orange County California Bartender Amin Benny from 2019-04-25T09:51:36

We speak with friend of the podcast & founder and president of the Orange County, CA chapter of the United States Bartender's Guild Amin Benny.

Sustainability in the Bar Industry from 2019-04-18T19:58:47

On this week's Episode No. 277, Brian chats with Chad Arnholt and Claire Sprouse of ​Tin Roof Drink Community about green practices for sustainabil...

Author Kurt Maitland from 2019-04-11T18:13:23

Hazel Alvardo handles the interviewing duties on this episode. She talks to Kurt Maitland who is Deputy Editor of the Whiskey Reviewer website and the curator of the Manhattan Whiskey Club. He j...

Happy Gin and Tonic Day! from 2019-04-04T17:36:21

On this week's episode, Brian chats with Keli Rivers of Sipsmith Gin in honor of National Gin & Tonic Day, which is April 9, 2019.

Does The Shape of the Glass Really Matter? from 2019-03-21T19:52:21

I recently attended a huge wine show at the Javitz Center in Manhattan called VinExpo.

There were 1000’s of wines to try, plus a few sprits – I had some wonderful whiskey from France call...

The Science of Flavor from 2019-03-14T21:59:08

Bartender Journey Number 273 This time on the show we talk about the science of flavor with Derek Elefson. Derek shared some great resources with us: Flavor Wheels:   Bourbon Florence's Life Beyond Tourism inciative offers some interesting les...

Travel Log from Paris France from 2019-01-13T12:03:39

I had some great drinks in Paris!

Favorite bars:

• Prescription Cocktail Club (Cocktail Bar)
• Dirty Dick (Tiki Bar)
• Candelaria (Speakeasy)
• Little Red D...
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Travel Log from Edinburgh Scotland from 2019-01-08T08:19:03

A brief wrap up of my adventures in Edinburgh, Scotland.  Plus a snippet of a bus tour around the city.

What an amazing city. Full of friendly, hospitable people. A town with deep history...

Heading to Europe! Plus more on Lime Juice. from 2019-01-03T15:53:14

Happy New Year. I hope its full of great things for you.

I’m starting 2019with an epic trip. I Bartend at a private club and we are closed after New Years Eve for almost 6 weeks.

S...

The Old Fashioned from 2018-12-05T19:53:36

Bartender Journey Episode #263

The Old Fashioned.

I was at a sitting at a bar the other day and there was a bartender, training a young lady who was obviously brand new to bartendi...

Mr. Dave Pickerell from 2018-11-08T20:17:41

Dave Pickerell was a huge force in American whiskey over that last several decades.

Unfortunately Dave passed away at age 62 on November 1 of this year, 2018 in San Francisco. He was ther...

I'm Just Here for the Drinks from 2018-11-01T15:13:05

We talk to Sother Teague about his new book I'm Just Here for the Drinks.

Sother Teague's first book is informative, entertaining and filled with coc...

Gem& Bolt Mezcal and CORE from 2018-08-31T14:46:38

We chat with GEM & BOLT Mezcal founders Adrin Adrina and Elliott Coon during Tales of the Cocktail 2018. Plus we talk to Calvin Peña and Doug Brickle at...

Doubles? Singles? Responsible Serving? Overcharging? from 2018-08-15T20:32:58

After my shift the other night, I went to a dive bar that I had never been to before. I asked for a Tanqueray and Tonic. It came in a pint glass and was very strong. For a 16 oz drink to taste v...

Tales of the Cocktail 2018 Opening Ceremonies from 2018-08-01T16:27:41

Listen in to "Toast to Tales", the official kickoff to Tales of the Cocktail.

Plus we speak with friend and Bartender

Cheers y'all!

Bar Convent Brooklyn - Part 2 from 2018-07-11T18:39:21

Bar Convent Brooklyn Part 2!

Bar Convent Brooklyn - Part 1 from 2018-06-20T20:49:46

We are live from the Bar Convent Brooklyn conference!  Adventures and a talk with our freind Vance Henderson from Monkey Shoulder!

The Martini from 2018-06-06T21:06:02

The Martini

“Martini, shake or stir”. Here’s my take on that.

James Bond ordered his Martini’s Shaken not Stirred because that is the EXCEPTION to the rule. If he had ordered just ...

The Bowery Collective with Water Easterbrook from 2018-05-10T16:52:59

Listen to the Bartender Journey Podcast # 253 with the audio player on this page, or subscribe on Apple Podcasts,<...

Bacardi Legacy, BCB, Bar Methods from 2018-05-03T19:07:47

Listen to the Bartender Journey Podcast # 251 with the audio player on this page, or subscribe on Apple Podcasts,<...

Beautiful Booze from 2018-04-26T08:53:33

This week on the show we talk to Natalie from Beautiful Booze. She travels the world taking amazing photos of her boozy adventures.   She talks to us from Italy.

We’ll talk about cocktail...

Blast from the Past! The Return of Vano! from 2018-04-19T00:18:13

On Bartender Journey Podcast episode #250 we are honored to welcome back former co-host of the show: Vano!

Imbible with Micah LaMon from 2018-04-11T21:59:29

Micah LaMon is our guest this week.

Social Media& Marketing for Bars and Restaurants from 2018-04-04T20:36:14

Today on the show we talk to Michael DelRosso.

Owner/Creative Director of Union Square Advertising which does Advertising, marketing, printing and social media strictly for the hospitalit...

Ouzo and Grappa from 2018-03-29T16:26:25

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• Today on the show we talk Ilias Mastroganis, who makes Mastroganis Ouzo and Grappa out in Washington State.

• Book of the Week:

Road Soda ...

TUCK Room with Adam Seger from 2018-03-21T20:50:47

Today we talk with Adam Seger, Chef Bartender/Corporate Sommelier at iPic Theaters and TUCK Hospitality Group.  Upstairs from the iPic Theater at South Street Seaport is the Tuck Room. Adam invi...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! from 2018-03-14T22:16:11

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  St Patty’s on a Saturday! Double trouble.  If you are working, please keep your guests in line and encourage good choices! 

Consider taking the from 2017-12-06T20:55:50

Meehan’s Bartender Manual by Jim Meehan is, true to its name, a Manual.

Kuma Turmeric Liqueur, Plus Reimagining the G&T from 2017-11-29T21:24:09

We’ll talk with Chet Holstein who makes Kuma Turmeric Liqueur in Washington State. We’ll talk about his unusual and delicious product.

Plus...

Live From Bar Institute with Josh Davis and Friends from 2017-11-22T17:59:59

It’s the Bartender Journey Podcast #235. Listen with the audio player on this page, or subscribe in Apple Podcasts...

Save the World with Paper Straws from 2017-11-16T00:38:49

At our USBG meeting this month we talk with Brooke Toscano, who is passionate about spreading the word about paper straws. Brooke is also an Angel’s Envy Whiskey Guardian.

Brooke shares a...

Wine Knowledge for Bartenders with Monika Elling from 2017-11-09T12:36:08

While Bartenders can not be expected to have Sommelier level wine education, we certainly need to be knowledgeable about what we are serving...

Bartender Enrico Gonzato from Dandelyan: World's Best Cocktail Bar 2017 from 2017-11-01T22:47:51

It was an eventful Monday this week. Our USBG NY chapter meeting was held in Brooklyn at The Counting Room. It was sponsored by Highland Park scotch.   They welcomed us with some delicious Highl...

Washington D.C. Bar Scene and Drambuie Cocktail Competition from 2017-10-26T00:08:29

This week on the podcast, it’s another edition of Bartender Journey City Spotlight, as Hazel travels to Washington DC.  She chats with Rico Wisner, a bartender from the Adams Morgan neighborhood...

NY Rye Week from 2017-10-20T16:36:08

Rye Week

It is officially New York Rye Week as declared by the Governor and State Legislature of New York. In honor of this, there are many events happening in NY, especially New York Cit...

Burlesque with Rosie151 plus Fruit Garnishes from 2017-10-11T11:00:08

This week on the podcast we talk to Burlesque Dancer and Bartender Rosie. We caught up with Rosie a while back at Holiday Cocktail Lounge one night when she was behind the bar. Her stage name is...

Security In Your Bar In Dangerous Times. Love for Las Vegas. from 2017-10-04T22:15:14

Security Plans  for your Bar.  

The tragic mass shooting in Las Vegas this week have people realing.  It was just an awful, disgusting act, but you don’t need me to tell you that...

Cocktail Culture - New Haven CT Edition. from 2017-09-27T21:58:58

On this week’s Podcast, our good friend Hazel Alvarado who works with me on the show, journeys to New Haven, CT to check out their cocktail culture and chats with Dan Rek, Beverage Director for ...

Tasting Whiskey with Lew Bryson from 2017-09-14T10:40:08

• Today on the podcast it’s a very special interview with Whiskey writer and all around good guy Lew Bryson! Lew wrote the great book Tasting Whiskey and is the managing editor and columnist ...
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Hospitality, plus More from Tales of the Cocktail 2017 from 2017-09-07T21:42:55

We are talking about Hospitality today, our book of the week is Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business.

• Cocktail of...
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Warren Bobrow, Mezcal: At Suite Silenceo& House of Elyx from 2017-09-01T14:29:20

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Warren Bobrow, Mezcal: At Suite Silenceo & House of Elyx

• We talk with our friend Warren Bobrow. We caught up with Warren at a pool party on the rooftop of Hotel Montelegon...
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Maker's Mark with Jane Bowie from 2017-08-25T13:35:26

This week, we continue our Tales of the Cocktail 2017 coverage. This is the 5th of 9 planned episodes about Tales 2017.

• We will talk with Jane Bowie from Maker’s Mark. Durin...
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Tales of the Cocktail 2017 - Continuing Coverage from 2017-08-16T18:35:40

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week, we continue our Tales of the Cocktail 2017 coverage. This is the 4th of 9 planned episodes about Tales 2017.

• We will talk with 2 very inte...
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Avant Garde Cocktails& Cedar Ridge Distillery from 2017-08-12T18:33:19

"Thinking outside the box."  Perhaps an overused phrase, but is an appropriate term for Summer Jane Bell's Seminar:  Shake Outside of the Box: Avant-Garde Cocktails.  Many great ideas were float...

Hot Mic - Podcasting for Bartenders from 2017-08-02T23:17:11

From Tales of the Cocktail 2017 in New Orleans: ·   Tales of the Cocktail 2017 has wrapped up, but it lives-on, with Bartender Journey!  We have a total of 8 shows planned with Tales 2017 coverage...

You Are Throwing Money Away! from 2017-07-26T23:17:40

Sustainability is the hot topic in the Bar & Restaurant world right now.  How can we help the environment AND our bottom line at the same time?

Brian is just back from Tales of the Cockai...

Summer Social from 2017-06-28T14:39:55

It's the Bartender Journey Podcast No. 218 and as you know I’ll be attending Tales this year again but this time as a part of a panel titled: “Hot Mic: Podcasting for Bartenders”.

Ground to Glass Gin from 2017-06-14T23:50:22

• It's the Bartender Journey Podcast No. 216!  Listen with the audio player on this page, or subscribe on iTunes Listen

Gin Gin...It's all about Gin. #WorldGinDay from 2017-06-07T20:27:22

World Gin Day is the second Saturday of June each year. We will take this opportunity to dedicate an entire episode to Gin!

• It's the Bartender J...
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Best Way to Juice a Lime from 2017-05-31T21:31:07

Oh Lime, How Do I Squeeze You?

Freshly squeezed lime juice is one of the most important ingredients in a good Bartender’s arsenal. Pre-packed bottled stuff is no comparison.

But ...

Bar Insitute, USBG&Dad's Hat Rye from 2017-05-24T22:02:48

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast we have not one, but two guests -- plus two road trips!

It's the Bartender Journey Podcast # 213!  Listen with the audio player on this page, o...

Bartender Spotlight Series - Craig Schiedlo from 2017-05-18T00:23

Today we’ll be talking to Craig Schiedlo. He’s a Bartender and good friend from our USBG NY chapter.

• Next time on the Bartender Journey Podcast a lot more about the United States Ba...
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Social Media for Bartenders with Nico Martini from 2017-05-10T23:03:25

• This week on the Podcast we speak with Nico Martini. His company Hypeworthy does digital marketing…mostly for the Hospitality and Spirits industries. Listen

Derby, Bourbon&Juleps with Woodford Reserve from 2017-05-03T23:08:10

This week we talk about how to taste Whiskey with Woodford Reserve Bourbon Brand Ambassador Walter Easterbrook.

Lawman Plans To Retire and Bartend Full Time from 2017-04-26T23:06:58

• This week we talk with George Bressler. Mr. Bressler has worked in Law Enforcement for many years, and now plans to retire and work as a Bartender.
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Black Bottle Scotch with Mal Spense from 2017-04-19T20:33:01

• This week we talk with Mal Spense from Black Bottle Scotch. I meet Mal through my friend Hal Wolin, who I know from the USBG.
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Drambuie with Vance Henderson from 2017-04-05T20:50:18

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• This week we talk with Vance Henderson - National Brand Ambassador for Drambuie.
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The Complete Cocktail Manual with Lou Bustamante from 2017-03-31T13:37:31

This week we talk to Lou Bustamante. He is the author of The Complete Cocktail Manual: 285 Tips, Tricks, and Recipes. This is a great book and is sanctioned ...

Sam Ross&Monkey Shoulder from 2017-03-23T20:28:37

On this week’s episode, we chat with two awesome gentlemen: Sebastien Derbomez, U.S. Monkey Shoulder Ambassador and Sam Ross of the newly opened Diamond Ree...

Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller - Jeff Arnett from 2017-03-15T16:15:39

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast we talk with Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller Jeff Arnett. I spoke with Jeff at San Antonio Cocktail Conference.

Its the Bartender Journey Podcas...

Diversity Awareness (&Some Turmoil) in the Cocktail World from 2017-03-09T00:01:08

It’s been quite a week in the cocktail world.  Our cocktail community is in turmoil. People are upset. Nerves are raw. It all started with a Facebook Live video of Ann Tuennerman, Founder and Ex...

Hacienda Patrón – Tequila from Farm to Glass from 2017-03-01T13:20:49

I was honored to have the opportunity to travel to Mexico recently as a guest of Tequila Patrón. The trip was a is a program developed in conjunction with the United States Bartenders Guild (USB...

Distilled Knowledge from 2017-02-15T23:39:07

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This week on the show we’ll talk to Brian Hoefling, author of Distilled Knowledge: The Science Behind Drinking’s Greatest Myths, Legends, and Unanswe...

Bartender Journey - 200th Episode Anniversary Edition from 2017-02-08T12:18:20

It has been quite a Journey!  The Bartender Journey Podcast has been going strong for nearly 4 years.  We have spoken to authors, bartenders, bar owners and major influencers in the industry. Listen

Meaghan Dorman&Tom Richter from 2017-02-01T20:55:09

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• This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, we talk with Meagan Doorman, the bar director at the two Raines Law Room locations, Listen

Jazz Tx - Music Venue with Great Cocktails! from 2017-01-25T22:29:56

On the Podcast this week we talk to Jake Corney (GM) and Derik Cortez (Head Bartender) of Jazz Tx in San Antonio, Texas.

It's the Bartender Journey Podcast #198!  Listen with the audio p...

San Antonio Cocktail Conference 2017 from 2017-01-18T22:39:46

We are just back from San Antonio Cocktail Conference!

Listen to our overview of this great event!

Lots more from San Antonio Cocktail Conference will be coming up in the next fe...

Dueling Podcast! Bartender Journey&Bartener HQ. from 2017-01-04T21:34:47

It's the Bartender Journey Podcast Number 196!  Listen with the audio player on this page, or subscribe on iTunes ...

BarCraft Live! from 2016-12-28T23:06:02

Our live online cocktail party was a lot of fun!  Brian was joined by Stefan Giesbert, Producer of the German Language Cocktailpodcast.  The live event h...

Jack Daniel's Scottish Bartender Competition at Dead Rabbit from 2016-12-21T20:24:08

It's the Bartender Journey Podcast Number 194!  Listen with the audio player on this page, or subscribe on iTunes,...

Shake. Stir. Sip. with Author Kara Newman from 2016-12-07T23:18:03

• This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast we celebrate Repeal Day! As you may know, here in the States, Dec 5 1931 was the end of Prohibition. Bartenders across the US now celebrate this u...
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Personal Branding for Bartenders from 2016-11-30T23:08:06

• How should you market yourself and build your “Personal Brand”?
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Bar Institute NYC and Diageo World Class from 2016-11-10T23:58:30

Bar Institute NYC

• We had the very exciting Bar Institute event here in NY this week.
• It's the Bartender Journey Podcast number 1...
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Whiskey Club from 2016-11-02T21:52:56

This time on the Bartender Journey Podcast we talk with Kurt Maitland of the Manhattan Whiskey Club - a Members only community that gathers monthly for private tastings.  He also contributes to the...

Aquavit - the Traditional Spirit of Scandinavia from 2016-10-26T21:55:42

Aquavit is the native spirit of the Scandinavian countries and is making an impact on the cocktail scene around the world! Its the Bartender Journey Podcast number 187!  Listen with the audio pla...

Tiki! With Martin Cate owner of Smugglers Cove from 2016-10-19T22:49:03

Martin Cate owner of Smugglers Cove, which was awarded Best American Cocktail Bar at the Spirited Awards during Tales of the Cocktail 2...

Rum&Miami Bar: RePour from 2016-10-12T23:00:11

Bartender and Brand Ambassador for Afrohead Rum, Isaac Grillo joins us on the Bartender Journey Podcast Number 185. Listen with the audio player on this page, or subscribe on from 2016-10-05T14:47:29

Bernie Lubbers is the National Whiskey Brand Ambassador at Heaven Hill Distilleries.  He tells us exa...

The Balvenie Single Malt Scotch Whisky from 2016-09-28T21:52:11

Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a relatively new phenomenon.  Blended Scotch Whisky was the norm only a few decades ago. This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast we talk with Gemma Paterson, Bran...

Bartender&Bar Owner Neal Bodenheimer. NOLA! from 2016-09-21T22:20:23

Neal Bodenheimer - Bar Owner and Bartender chats with us on the podcast this week.  Co-owner of Cane & Table and Cure, Neil talks about his cocktail menu, the bartender's roll in the bar and develo...

The Manhattan Cocktail with Philip Greene from 2016-09-13T16:15:39

The Manhattan - The Story of the First Modern Cocktail with Author Philip Greene. It''s the Bartender Journey Podcast Number 181. Listen with the audio player on this page, or subscribe on Listen

Back To (Bartending) School! from 2016-09-08T00:07:08

A true Bartender is always learning.  Its September:  Back to School time, and we focus, more than ever on education. It the Bartender Journey Podcast Number 180. Listen with the audio player o...

WhistlePig with Master Distiller Dave Pickerell from 2016-09-01T00:31:07

We chat with Dave Pickerell, the legendary Master Distiller on the podcast this week. Brian won a contest and was taken on a three day trip with 9 other bartenders to the WhistlePig Farm and Dis...

Tales of the Cocktail 2016 Coverage from 2016-08-24T22:52:22

This week's podcast continues Tales of the Cocktail 2016 coverage with a chat with Tim Master on Chartreuse, Jim Meehan, founder of PDT in Manhattan and Jett...

What is Your Time Worth? from 2016-08-17T21:17:48

Taking your skills to the next level as a bartender, bar manager or owner calls for cultivating your business mindset to help manage your time and tasks towards optimizing the bottom line.   To...

Tales of the Cocktail 2016 Wrap Up from 2016-08-11T10:16:46

Join us for some adventures in New Orleans during Tales of the Cocktail 2016. Listen with the audio player on this page, on BartenderJourney.net or ...

Cocktails in the Country with gaz plus Tales of the Cocktail with Jonathan Pogash from 2016-08-04T09:58:01

We talk with the Yoda of Bartending Gary 'gaz' Regan during Cocktails in the Country. Plus a Walk and Talk interview / tour of the the...

Maximizing Your Experience at Bartending Events from 2016-07-27T17:41:43

Attending Bartending events?  You should!  They are a lot of fun, very educational, and you get to hang out with the coolest people on the planet! How do you get the most from these events? Bri...

Live from Tales Of The Cocktail 2016 from 2016-07-19T12:46:03

Brian Weber reports from the first day of Tales Of The Cocktail 2016. A very short episode this week as we dive into TOTC2016.

Real McCoy Rum Cocktail Competition Semi Finals from 2016-07-13T10:25:07

Its another road trip for Bartender Journey!  Brian records the podcast in his car this week on the way to the Real McCoy Rum Cocktail Competitio...

Black Dirt Bourbon from 2016-07-06T21:56:14

Its a Bartender Journey Field Trip as we travel to the Black Dirt Distillery in Warwick, NY.

American Single Malt Whiskeys from 2016-06-22T18:11:50

When you think of Single Malt Whiskey, you probably think Scotch.  Some great Single Malts are popping up throughout the U.S. including Westland made in the city of Seattle, Washington.  We talk ...

Zen&Tonic - Savory&Fresh Cocktails For The Enlightened Drinker from 2016-06-16T16:24:42

How can we produce cocktails that contain healthy elements.  Superfoods in our cocktails? Why not? This time on Bartender Journey Podcast No 168 with talk with Jules Aron, author of from 2016-05-18T14:13:41

·     There are often many fun things to do on Mondays in NYC for Bartenders!  This week we visit:

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Cannabis Cocktails with Warren Bobrow from 2016-05-11T20:00:35

This week we speak with author of the ground breaking book "Cannabis Cocktails, Mocktails & Tonics", Warren Bobrow!

Bar Institute from 2016-05-04T14:55:52

Mimi Burnham - Bartender at Danny Meyer’s Porchlight Bar (fixed) from 2016-04-26T13:31:52

Mimi Bernham has been bartending in NYC for many years.  From crazy nightclubs to now working behind the stick at the great Porchlight Bar, the first dedicat...

Bartending Problems - Getting Those Glasses Clean&Spotless from 2016-04-13T21:45:53

What's the best way to get your glasses clean?  Do we really need to polish every single glass?  Take a listen to the podcast as we talk to an expert on dishwashers!  Recorded at the Nightclub & Ba...

Pisco&Pisco Sours! from 2016-04-05T20:39:10

Cocktail of the Week:  Pisco Sour

·     3 oz Pisco

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Cocktail Competitions - How to Win! from 2016-03-29T18:40:19

This week on the podcast its all about cocktail competitions.  Entering Bartending Competitions  is great for your bartendingskills.  It really gets youthinking about how to mi...

Tales Of The Cocktail 2016 Preview with Philip Duff from 2016-03-22T10:25

Plans for Tales Of The Cocktail 2016 are underway!  The yearly July ...

Nightclub Bar Show Las Vegas 2016 Wrap Up from 2016-03-15T08:50:50

The Nightclub & Bar Show is the trade show run by...

Whisky Live Wrap Up/Nightclub Bar Send Off from 2016-03-08T12:49:53

Whisky Live NYC was a great event.  We talk with Master of Whisky Gregor Cattanach about Scotch.  Plus we get ready for the Nightclub & Bar Show in Las Vegas!

How to: Hospitality with Sother Teague of Amor y Amargo from 2016-03-01T11:48:17

Sother Teague of the great East Village NYC bar Amor y Amargohas a very specific ...

Usquaebach Scotch Whisky from 2016-02-23T19:12:24

Usquaebach Scotch Whisky

Usquaebach is a Blended Scotch Whisky.  We talk with U.S. Brand Ambassador Ryan Judson.

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Bartender of the Year from 2016-02-16T19:19:03

Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr. Lyan) won International Bartender of the Year at the Spirited Awards at Tales of the Cocktail 2015.  We talk to Mr....

Unofficial Bartender Week - Wrap Up from 2016-02-10T15:23:58

February 1-5, 2016 was Unofficial Bartender Week in New York City.  Organized by the New York Chapter of the United Bartender's Guild, a great time was had by all!  Many thinks to the all the brand...

Paris Cocktails from 2016-02-01T09:48:22

Paris Cocktails

Hear all about the cocktail scene in Paris with author of Paris Cocktails: An Elegant Collec...

Erick Castro from Polite Provisions from 2016-01-25T10:01:22

Our guest this week is Erick Castro from Polite Provisions San Diego.  We talk about Cocktail Creation, Cocktail Competitions, and his new venture ...

The Manhattan Cocktail from 2016-01-20T14:45:38

A well made Manhattan is one of the most satisfying, delicious and classy cocktails you can drink.  Tony Abou-Ganim said its like "Frank Sinatra in a glass...holding one in your hand gives you an...

Bartending Events&Competitions from 2016-01-12T20:19:59

Bartender Journey Podcast # 145

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Mezcal&NY Times Cocktail Book from 2016-01-05T21:05:18

We have two guests on the Bartender Journey podcast  # 144:

o   Steve Reddicliffe, edito...

Irish Whiskey with Tim Herlihy from 2015-12-29T18:56:11

Irish Whiskey Part 2 with Tim Herlihy - U.S. Brand Ambassador for Tullamore D.E.W. Its the Bartender Journey Podcast # 143 Listen with the player on below, or subscribe on event ...

Pisco Academy from 2015-11-25T12:36:49

On Bartender Journey Podcast # 138 we learn all about the South American made Spirit Pisco, mix up some Pisco Sour Cocktails, and talk about using Egg Whites in Cocktails.Listen with the player ...

Pour A Better Pint&Do Inventory Faster from 2015-11-19T00:38:22

Pour A Better Pint & Do Inventory Faster

Bartender Journey Podcast # 137

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Bain’s Cape Mountain Whisky - Made in South Africa from 2015-11-11T17:33:21

Bartender Journey Podcast # 136

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Liquid Bar Tools from 2015-11-05T12:51:38

On Bartender Journey Podcast # 135 we talk with “Flavorist” Jamie Beurklian from Bar 40 Bitters. ·      The Bar 40 Bitters are very unique –they come in 4 varieties:    Sweet,...

Mezcal with Misty Kolkofen from 2015-10-29T16:50:26

Mezcal with Misty Kolkofen

This week on Bartender Journey Podcast # 134 we talk with Misty Kolkofen from Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal abo...

Sazerac from 2015-10-22T20:42:19

Join us for a Sazerac and learn about the history of this iconic New Orleans Cocktail!

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Authentic Caribbean Rum from 2015-10-16T10:20:26

Authentic Caribbean Rum

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Craft vs. Mass Produced Spirits from 2015-10-08T10:45:31

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Craft vs. Mass Produced Spirits

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Not So Simple Cocktail Syrups from 2015-09-29T21:39:58

·      This week we talk to Joe Raya, owner of the Gin Joint in Charleston, South Carolina.  He & his wife also make delicious syrup...

End of Summer Tiki Party! from 2015-09-23T14:19:40

This week we raise a glass and toast the Summer of 2015 with some Tiki talk (& Tiki Cocktails!)

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Flyover - Craft Cocktails in Middle America from 2015-09-15T23:28:03

On Bartender Journey Podcast # 127 we talk to a Dan & Adam who are building a Craft Cocktail Bar & Restaurant in a relatively small town in Missouri.  How will Middle-America react? Listen to th...

Beautiful Booze’s Natalie from 2015-09-10T15:02:26

·     This week on Bartender Journey Podcast # 126, our guest is Cocktail Blogger Natalie from Leblon Cachaça, Steve Luttmann!

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Let's Talk Tequila! from 2015-08-19T18:47:38

Jacques Bezuidenhout joins us for a great chat about Tequila.  Jacques is the Brand Ambassador for Partida Tequila.  We talk about the process of growing the Agave plants and distilling this trad...

The cocktail is colder than the ice?? from 2015-08-12T13:42:33

On the show this week we talk with Bartender and Author Tristan Stevenson.  It’s the Bartender Journey Podcast ...

Grand Marnier Orange Liqueur from 2015-08-04T21:54:42

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast we chat with the charming Anne-Louise Marquis, Brand Ambassador for Grand Marnier.  We have a great chat about Anne-Louise's experience as a young bartend...

Tales Of The Cocktail 2015 Recap Part II from 2015-07-29T09:23:56

Last week we discussed Tales 2015, but there is still more to talk about!  Its the Bartender Journ...

Tales Of The Cocktail 2015 Wrap-up! from 2015-07-23T00:15:28

It was a exciting and fun filled week at Tales Of The Cocktail 2015!  So many parties, so many wonderful people! We talk about everything from Mezcal, to Cocktail Competitions and Seminars and of c...

Tales Of The Cocktail 2015 Preview with Warren Bobrow! from 2015-07-13T23:59:38

Recording a podcast while packing a bag! On the way to New Orleans as this episode is published! We chat with Warren Bobrow about Tales Of The Cocktail.  He is involved in several events at the yea...

Modern (and historic) Vermouth! from 2015-07-07T21:21:24

On the Bartender Journey Podcast number 117, we talk with Adam Ford - author of Listen

Great whiskey made in Brooklyn New York! from 2015-06-24T18:17:33

This week we visit with Colin Spoelman, co-founder of The Kings County Distillery.   Kings County Distillery is producing high quality whiskey in a beautiful old building the Brooklyn Navy Yard.  T...

Bourbon Empire from 2015-06-16T23:06:03

On Bartender Journey Podcast number 114 we talk with author Reid Mitenbuler.  Reid's book  Listen

Genever - A Slightly Mysterious Spirit from 2015-05-27T00:41:51

On the Bartender Journey Podcast #111 we talk about the somewhat mysterious sprit Genever.  Brand Ambassador Anthony Pullen gives us an education on the product that the Bols c...

Interview with Mr. David Wondrich from 2015-05-19T22:27:04

Its an interview with Cocktail Historian, Author & Barman David Wondrich! We talk about the history of the "American Bar", the value of GOOD ice and why OLD bars are so interesting.  Plus cocktail ...

Drinking a Negroni with Gaz from 2015-05-12T23:14:46

Gaz Regan produces an awesome Bartender education event called Cocktails In The Country.  10 students are treated t...

Interview with Jesse. Berkshires Bartender who shares some stories from behind the bar. from 2015-04-28T22:35:12

Interview with Jesse - Bartender who works in the Berkshires who shares some great stories from behind the bar. Plus, The Water of Life is a whisky tast...

Bitters&Shrub Syrup Cocktails from 2015-04-23T21:13:17

On the Bartender Journey Podcast #107 its great conversation with Mr. Warren Bobrow, the author of several amazing cocktail books.  Warren's new book offers 75 traditional, yet newly-created cockta...

Scotch tasting with Simon Brookings from 2015-04-09T20:00:15

Its a fun and educational tasting of ? with Simon Brookings.  We learn exactly what makes a Scotch a “Single Malt”.  Plus some...

Wine Knowledge for Bartenders 2.0 from 2015-04-02T15:23

Wine knowledge is an important part of Bartending.  This week on Bartender Journey its a "joint podcast" with the from 2015-03-11T18:50:26

Rye whiskey has a wonderful spiciness and depth.  Dad's Hat Rye Whiskey is doing great things with whiskey in Pensilvania.  We talk to one of the founders - John Cooper - about this great brand.  A...

Wine Knowledge for Bartenders; Cocktail tour of New Orleans&an interview with Julie Reiner. from 2015-03-03T19:03:01

Its a jam-packed episode of Bartender Journey!

• Wine Knowledge for Bartenders.  Its a very informal & simplified discussion about wine, but should be useful to many of our listeners.  For a p...
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Bartender Journey Podcast #100! from 2015-02-18T15:07:56

Its a big milestone for the show!  100 episodes of Bartending, Cocktail & Spirits. To celebrate, Bartenders Chris Tunsdale & Ozeal come on the show and talk about drinks, the bar business, manageme...

Interview with Dale DeGroff! from 2015-02-05T17:00:54

A chat over breakfast with King Cocktail himself - Dale DeGroff! Dale gives advice for bartenders who are just starting out.  Also he shares some cocktail history, and gives us a wonderful descript...

Farm to Bottle Distilleries producing great Spirits! from 2015-01-27T21:53:19

Small Craft Distilleries are producing great spirits all around the country!  New York State has some new regulations that encourage & help small business.  We talk to the founders of Orange County...

Your Guests Are Trying to Tell You Something - Ep 97 from 2015-01-14T10:26:21

What can Bartenders & Servers learn from their guests?  Learn and take cues from your guests' actions and behaviors. Listent to the podcast with the player below or subscribe on  Listen

Interview with Cocktail Author Warren Bobrow from 2014-12-02T21:21:14

This week on Bartender Journey we talk to Warren Bobrow author of  Listen

Interview with Jim Meehan, owner of the Manhattan Bar - PDT from 2014-11-18T22:17:45

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week, its an interview with Jim Meehan, owner of the Manhattan Cocktail bar PDT! Jim talks about the bar business, hospitality and becoming a great bartender. ...

Making Your Own Liqueurs and Infused Spirits from 2014-11-05T17:21:11

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast we talk with Author Andrew Schloss about his book Homemade Lique...

Bartender Continuing Education from 2014-10-21T17:52:09

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, its a recap of the Bar Smarts Advanced course -- an amazing recourse for Bartender Education. How do you develop your tasting palate?  How do you descri...

Barender Talk! And Bar Management. from 2014-10-15T21:02:38

Bar Management, Cocktail Menus Bartending and more are discussed on The Bartender Journey Podcast this week!  Brian Vincent Weber talks with his buddy Ozeal! Listen

Challenges of Owning a Bar from 2014-09-04T11:35:26

Vano is on the podcast this week!  We talk with Bar Owners from California about the some of the challenges of serving the general public.  Also, what do bar owners look for when hiring?  And, what...

7 Habits of the World's Best Bars from 2014-08-26T22:15:35

What policies and procedures do the most successful bars have in place?  Learn from the best bar owners in the world about how to manage employees, how to make your bar memorable & distinctive.  It...

Bartending Mentors! from 2014-08-19T23:48:55

Stories about bartenders who inspire! We hear from Vano again this week, who tells about some of his Bartender mentors. Plus, an interview with someone who might be able to help you get a bartendin...

Craft Gin, Rye&Whiskey with FEW Spirits from 2014-08-12T09:16:08

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, it's an interview with Alison Mouratis from FEW Spirits. FEW Spirits produces craft Gin, Rye and Bourbon near Chicago. We talk about cocktails, Tales of...

Interview With Dushan Zaric! from 2014-08-05T15:24:36

Brian Vincent Weber of the Bartender Journey Podcast interviews the great Dushan Zaric! Dushan is considered one of the best bartenders in the world.  He is one of the founders of Em...

Educate your guests...and profit from it! from 2014-07-29T21:12:57

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week -- its all about Bartenders educating their guests, and how to profit from it! On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week -- its all about educating your ...

Tales Of The Cocktail 2014 WrapUp! from 2014-07-22T23:46:11

Tales of the Cocktail 2014 has come and gone.  From seminars, to tastings, parties and great people, you just can't beat TOTC for a fun and educational experience! On the Bartender Journey Podcast ...

Tales of the Cocktail Send-off, Plus: how to land a Bartending gig from 2014-07-15T01:28:05

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week, we talk about how to land a gig in the Bartending world.  Vano is on the show this week, plus the great Jim Meehan, owner of the famous PDT bar in New Yo...

Big News from Tales of the Cocktail! from 2014-07-08T19:18:52

Its a blockbuster announcement from Tales of the Cocktail founder Ann Tuennerman!  And it is being announced for the first time on Bartender Journey! Plus, "best practices" for attending Tales of t...

Stories from Behind The Bar; Plus a high end Vodka made in Downtown L.A.! from 2014-07-02T00:30:17

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week:  Stories from Behind the Bar with Vano!  He meets some some young people working in a Liquor Store who are interested in becoming Bartenders.  Vano offer...

Training Day! How to make a Bartender out of a Server in One Night! from 2014-06-24T23:44:21

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, Vano tells a story about a night when one of his fellow bartenders couldn't make it to work.  It was destined to be a busy night, and the bar was despera...

Bartenders - How can you upgrade you guests to Better Cocktails? from 2014-06-17T21:08:20

Get Inspired! Give thanks to Jerry Thomas, "the father of American mixology." On the Bartender Journey Podcast # 73, Vano is back in the studio! ...

Grenadine made with real Pomegranate Juice makes awesome Cocktials! from 2014-06-10T21:58:26

How is "Real" Grenadine made?  On the Podcast this week find recipes for Fresh Grenadine. Plus, Cocktails made with Grenadine:  A Ward 8 Cocktail & a variation on a Brown Derby Cocktail. Also, we t...

Comments on 6 Great Bar Management Tips. from 2014-06-04T21:15:40

This week on The Bartender Journey Podcast, Vince comments on an article about Bar Management:  "The High Cost of Bartender Turnover".The original article can be found here:http://www.americanmixol...

Self-Proclaimed Cocktail Geeks - Cocktail Kingdom from 2014-05-28T15:43:17

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, Vince chats with the CEO and General Manager of Cocktail Kingdom. Cocktail Kingdom is a supplier of professi...

Part 2: Multi-Award Winning Bar Owner, Bartender Trainer and Cocktail Competition Judge: Joerg Meyer from 2014-05-20T21:41:10

Part 2 of Vince's interview with the great Joerg Meyer!  Joerg's bars in Hamburg Germany have earned several international awards.  Take a listen for great talk about Bars , The Bar Business and Co...

Multi-Award Winning Bar Owner, Bartender Trainer and Cocktail Competition Judge: Joerg Meyer from 2014-05-13T10:14:35

This week Vince has the opportunity to interview the great Joerg Meyer. Mr. Meyer owns two bars in Hamburg, Germany:  Le Lion Bar De Paris & The Boilerman Bar. Le Lion Bar won Best New Cocktail Bar...

Eleven Core Values of a Great Bartender from 2014-05-06T20:43:02

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast Episode #67, Eleven traits of superior Bartenders.Listen here or subscribe on ...

Bitters - The World Beyond Angostura from 2014-04-30T16:42:21

This week on the Bartender Journey Episode #66, Vince interviews Miles Thomas.  Miles is a Bartender and the proprietor of the Scrappy Bitters company. Bitters are the Bartenders "Salt & Pepper" - ...

Beer Knowledge for Bartenders from 2014-04-22T18:55:34

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, Vince interviews internationally recognized Beer Expert and author Stephen Beaumont! Having knowledge about the beer you are serving is very important th...

Lonely old dude walks into a bar… from 2014-04-15T20:49:06

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week, Vince talks about how he dealt with a patron who sat at his bar ALL night long, annoying the other guests. Also, Vano raises a glass and "drinks like a g...

Breaking Bad with Bourbon Man! Great Bourbon Bargains! from 2014-04-08T20:54:43

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, Vince talks to Bourbon expert Patrick Garrett.  Great talk about Bourbon bargains, Bourbon Cocktails and general Bourbon knowledge. Also, Vince talks abo...

Las Vegas Nightclub&Bar Trade Show - Wrap Up! from 2014-04-01T16:58:32

This week on The Bartender Journey Podcast, Vano talks about his trip to the ultimate Trade Show for the Nightclub & Bar Industry. Jon Taffer of Bar Rescue fame, runs this inspiring, educational an...

Bartender Journey Podcast #61 from 2014-03-25T21:30:30

Lots more great Bartending talk this week! SPAR:  Situation, Problem, Action, Result.  How can you use this acronym to get a great Bartending Gig?

Bar owner interview Part II from 2014-03-18T22:37:33

On the Bartender Journey Podcast #60, it the continuation of the interview with Bar Owners Brian & Briania. We talk about bar promotions, shooters and lots of other bar management issues, including...

What do owners look for when hiring Bartenders? Interview with Bar Owners from California. from 2014-03-11T20:57:36

This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, Vince & Vano talk to bar owners Brian & Brianna. We talk about the qualities owners look for in their Bartenders.  Brian also asks what owners do that bu...

The Secret Language of Bartenders! from 2014-03-04T19:26:08

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week, Vince and Vano were inspired by an article in the NY Times.  The secret vocabulary of Bartenders is exposed! Why is it so important to say "Behind you!" ...

6 Ways To Keep Control of Your Bar while Bartending from 2014-02-25T21:14:42

Its the Bartender Journey Podcast Episode #57.There is nothing worse as a bartender than loosing control of the situation.  On the show this week, Vince and Vano talk about how to keep the upper ha...

Bartender Interview with Brando, (Podcast #56) from 2014-02-18T21:29:59

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week, we interview an awesome Bartender with many years of experience. We talk about everything from how to land a gig as a Bartender to training and cutting p...

How can Reader's Digest help you be a better Bartender? (Podcast No 55) from 2014-02-11T21:10:43

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week Vince & Vano talk about how to stimulate conversation at the bar.  Conversation starters can come from anywhere -- you need to be prepared.  Picking up a...

Customer convicts, sentences and executes bartender's ability over a twist. (Podcast # 54) from 2014-02-04T19:06:36

Experienced Bartender - thrown for a loop - by a lemon twist! This week on the Bartender Journey Podcast, Vano tells the story of a rough night he had behind the bar.  A gentleman asking for a twis...

Bartender Journey Podcast - One year Anniversary show! from 2014-01-29T11:19:18

Its the 53rd weekly Bartender Podcast!  We've been talking about The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of Bartending for one year! Join us this week for more "Real Talk" about Bartending and the Bar busin...

Bartender Journey Episode #52 from 2014-01-21T18:25:49

This week we have Ozeal back on the show to talk about the San Antonio Cocktail Conference.  We talk about his experiences at the Conference including a seminar about how to throw a great cocktail ...

Bartender Journey Episode #51 from 2014-01-14T22:49:59

Amazing chat about Bartending with Ray Foley…author of Bartending For Dummies, Running a Bar For Dummies and founder of Bartender Magazine.  Listen to this great interview about bartending!  Find o...

Bartender Journey Episode #50 from 2014-01-07T22:58:54

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week, Vince talks to a cool dude - Ozeal is a bartender dedicated to his craft!  An inspired conversation about bartending!

Bartender Journey Episode #49 from 2013-12-31T15:21:44

Happy New Year from Bartender Journey!Here's a list of New Year's resolutions for Bartenders! See the full list here:http://bartenderjourney.weebly.com

Bartender Journey Episode #48 from 2013-12-24T20:42:40

Happy Holidays from Vince & Vano!

Bartender Journey Episode #47 from 2013-12-18T16:21:29

This week Vince and Vano interview a Bartender from Illinois who's been tending bar for a long time.  Join us for Bartending insights!

Bartender Journey Episode #46 from 2013-12-11T00:14:32

Vano talks about his Bartending mentor.  He learned a lot from her, and you can too!

Bartender Journey Episode #45 from 2013-12-03T22:48:56

Vano visits a bar and breaks down his experience!

Bartender Journey Episode #44 from 2013-11-26T21:46:33

Vince & Vano are back in the studio this week talking about bartending.  Tending the bar can be a balancing act - Vince talks about the dude who was drinking double scotch, neat.  There were concer...

Bartender Journey Episode #43 from 2013-11-19T18:53:27

Vince and Vano Interview a bartender who is somewhat new to the game, but is doing a great job!

Bartender Journey Episode #42 from 2013-11-12T20:52:36

Vince & Vano talk bartending again this week.  What to do on a slow night behind the bar?  Make the most of it!  Also, Vince talks about making a "balanced" cocktail.

Bartender Journey Episode #41 from 2013-11-06T00:50:04

Vince & Vano talk about bartending again this week.  Its the continuation of the chat at the outside bar.  Pour a beverage and listen!

Bartender Journey Episode #40 from 2013-10-29T20:56:39

Vano is back this week!  Vince & Vano talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of Bartending.

Bartender Journey Episode #39 from 2013-10-23T00:47:35

This week - an interview with the authors of The French Quarter Drinking Companion.  

Bartender Journey Episode #38 from 2013-10-15T22:36:12

A "Best of Bartender Journey" this week!  We flash back to episode 12 to talk about the "Disney Experience" as it applies to Bartending. 

Bartender Journey Episode #37 from 2013-10-09T07:10:45

Learn all about Rum this week!  Vince interviews Mr. Carlton Grooms from the Papa's Pilar Rum Company

Bartender Journey Episode #36 from 2013-10-01T19:53:58

Lots of great Bartender Talk!  We talk about the great Manhattan bar:  Employees Only.  We talk about Vince & Vano's new bartending situations.  'Being yourself' behind the bar is so important...an...

Bartender Journey Episode #20 from 2013-09-24T18:04:50

Another week of great bartender talk! Listener questions:  How to prepare for "The Rush" & how to deal with a regular customer who gets unruly. Also, a great interview with Andrew Quady who makes ...

Bartender Journey Episode #35 from 2013-09-24T18:03:34

This week on the Podcast, Vince interviews Patrick Garrett, a Bourbon expert.  Learn all about Bourbon!  Check out Patrick's Bourbon Blog at:  bourbonbanter.com

Bartender Journey Episode #34 from 2013-09-17T21:58:14

This week Vince and Vano interview Matt from ByeJoe --  a fascinating spirt from China! 

Bartender Journey Episode #33 from 2013-09-17T21:56:33

Lots of talk about the COSMO this week!  As a Bartender, there is no avoiding it!!

Bartender Journey Episode #32* from 2013-09-03T14:30:22

Its Labor Day.  We are on vacation.  A very short podcast this week just to say "Hi!"  We'll be back with new shows soon!   *Shortened Show this week.  Hope you all had a great Labor Day weekend!

Bartender Journey Episode #31 from 2013-08-27T23:45:47

This week on The Bartender Journey Podcast, an interview with a bartender and the owner Moonchine Saloon in Florida.  Take a listen, and check out Moonchine at http://moonchine.com

Bartender Journey Episode #30 from 2013-08-21T00:46:56

Its Episode #30 of our Bartender Journey Podcast!  Vince shares a little Bourbon knowledge.  Vince has been experimenting with some interesting ingredients to make cocktails.  Cheers!

Bartender Journey Episode #29 from 2013-08-13T21:07:39

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week...Stories from behind the bar.  Vince & Vano get into some Real Talk about how bartending has impacted their lives.

Bartender Journey Episode #28 from 2013-08-07T03:00:30

Vince is brewing up some homemade ingredients.  Fresh ingredients make your drinks SO much better. Plus Vano talks about cocktail shakers.  "Shake it to awake it!"  Shake with style & passion!

Bartender Journey Episode #27 from 2013-07-31T20:45:43

Vince & Vano talk about why the origins of the Bartender Journey Podcast.   Plus Vince talks about how much fun it can be to make your own stuff.  Take a listen and the guys know what you think! Fo...

Bartender Journey Episode #26 from 2013-07-23T23:30:14

On the Bartender Journey Podcast this week, its the Tales Of The Cocktail wrap up! Vince is just back from New Orleans with lots of stories from the Premier Cocktail Event of the Year!

Bartender Journey Episode #25 from 2013-07-16T10:29:52

What are the advantages & disadvantages of Bartending School?  We have a 'case study'. Also, for our listeners who are just getting started in the Bartending game, we outline about 50 drinks that E...

Bartender Journey Episode #24 from 2013-07-10T01:11:34

Vince does the show solo this week.  Its summertime...the guys are taking it kinda easy, but gearing up for exciting things to come! Make your own Coffee Liquor & Cocktail cherries?  Cool idea!  Vi...

Bartender Journey Episode #23 from 2013-07-02T23:08:14

Vince & Vano talk about how to find work as a bartender.  Vince landed a new gig as a bartender after a year of trying to get in!   Lots of lessons in this episode for bartenders! Also, visit our ...

Bartender Journey Episode #22 from 2013-06-25T19:56:30

We've got some cool news this week: -Our website just launched.  Go to bartenderjourney.weebly.com to check it out!-Our very first product giveaway!  Go to the website to enter! Plus, our "Meat & P...

Bartender Journey Episode #21 from 2013-06-19T00:25:29

Another great interview with a producer of super high quality spirits.  Privateer Rum is a craft distiller in Massachusetts.  Vince speaks with Maggie, the head distiller.  Vince & Vano mix up some...

How is a Bar like a fish tank? Bartender Journey Episode #19 from 2013-06-04T17:47:04

Bartenders should be great conversationalists.  Vince & Vano give you some tips on how to keep the conversation (and the drinks, flowing!)

Bartender Journey Episode #18 from 2013-05-28T19:56:28

Vermouth..most people don't realize it should be stored in the fridge! Vano is out of town, but calls in.  Then guest host Camaron fills in for the second half of the show. Lots of great bartendi...

Bartender Journey Episode #17 from 2013-05-21T18:23:10

VInce talks about his experience as a guest bartender at a neighborhood bar...and how he managed to land that gig.  Vano tells some more stories from behind the bar.  Vano's stories are always ente...

Bartender Journey Episode #16 from 2013-05-14T20:43:34

Great interview with a bar owner & bartender from California.  Inspired by Jon Taffer & Bar Rescue, this dude bought a bar, turned it around, and made it successful!

Bartender Journey Episode #15 from 2013-05-07T14:36:33

Vano tells a couple of great stories from behind the bar -- stories that bartenders might learn a little something from.  A couple of Vince's tweets (@BarKeepTips) inspire conversation about barten...

bartender Journey Episode #14 from 2013-04-30T20:56:36

Bartenders have a lot to think about!  Social media? Maybe the bartenders should be the promoters!  Bartenders can control their own destiny. Plus, Vano's funny voices/movie quotes entertain the g...

Bartender Journey Episode #13 from 2013-04-23T15:35:46

What's the best way to go about getting a job bartending?  In this episode Vince & Vano break it down for you.  The "do's and dont's" of your bar job search. Plus, an inspiring interview with a you...

Bartender Journey Episode #12 from 2013-04-16T19:51:15

Critical Bartender information in this podcast!  Fun stories, but all with a message:  you gotta be on-your-game...ALL the time. Also, Vince ran into a young bartender at a NYC hotspot who was a l...

Bartender Journey Episode #11 from 2013-04-09T19:21:16

Lots of Bartending talk this week!  Vano talks about his first bartending job & his mentor at the nightclub where he worked.  Also, more talk (& some interviews) from the Nightclub & Bar Show in La...

Bartender Journey Episode #10 from 2013-04-02T22:00:28

A great interview with a Bartender who has retired from the Military & is now an awesome, focused Bartender!  Thanks for talking to us Cameron!

Bartender Journey Episode #9 from 2013-03-26T22:37:45

Vince is just back from the Nightclub & Bar show in Las Vegas.  Its the show wrap up!  Lots of info for bartenders here, including how to spot a fake ID.

Bartender Journey Episode #8 from 2013-03-18T23:41:10

Once you are a Bartender, you can work anywhere!  Vince & Vano talk about that, plus some war stories from behind the bar.  What do you do when somebody breaks a glass in your ice?  Plus, Vince is ...

Bartender Journey Episode #7 from 2013-03-12T17:06:48

Bartending is seeing a "renaissance".  Vince & Vano talk about the "Inner Game" of Bartending...not just "How to make drinks", but "How to be an awesome Bartender".  Plus some war stories from behi...

Bartender Journey Episode #6 from 2013-03-05T21:07:55

Bartending...there's a lot to it!  We talk about about how to improve your game, how to make more tips, but also some serious issues about serving underage folks too.  We are here to help you learn...

Bartender Journey Episode #5* from 2013-02-26T16:38

Vince talks about bartending by himself this week, as Vano was unavoidably detained.  Episode #5* (with an asterisk because its an abbreviated / solo edition). This week, step up your bartending g...

Bartender Journey Episode #4 from 2013-02-19T13:55:22

Bartending Talk by two guys that have been doing it a long time!  Vince & Vano talk about some "Finer Points of Bartending".  Great for aspiring AND established Bartenders!

Bartender Journey Episode #3 from 2013-02-12T10:39:23

The "Inner Game" of bartending!  The show is for both established and aspiring bartenders, and even bar goers! In this episode, among other things, Vince & Vano talk about a condition we call "Tip...

Bartender Journey Episode #2 from 2013-02-05T18:01

Great tips and discussion for established & aspiring bartenders! Vince and Vano talk about how to break into bartending, how to prep your station & the "rush" of working a busy bar.  Also some dis...

Bartender Journey Episode #1 from 2013-02-01T13:02:45

Your Path to Bartending Excellence! For aspiring and established bartenders. Vince & Vano talk about how to become the best bartender you can be!