EDS #43: Misty Kalkofen, Mezcal Superstar
Alan connects with Misty Kalkofen in Boston to talk about her mezcal journey and experiences bartending.
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EDS #42: Adam Lantheaume, The Boston Shaker
Alan talks with Adam Lantheaume, founder and owner of The Boston Shaker, about his passion for bar equipment and his experience bringing his inspired shop to life. The Boston Shaker specializes in “shop tested and curated” barware, equipment, bitters and […]
EDS #41: Todd Maul, Bartender at Cafe ArtScience
Alan talks scientific cocktails with Todd Maul from Cafe ArtScience in Boston.
EDS #40: Joe McGuirk & Dave Cagle, Boston Bartenders
Alan sits down with Boston Bartenders Joe McGuirk & Dave Cagle to talk about the evolution of the Boston cocktail scene going back to their work at the iconic B-Side Lounge.
EDS #39: Jerald O’Kennard, Director of the Beverage Testing Institute
Alan explores the world of spirits competitions with the Director of the Beverage Testing Institute, Jerald O’Kennard.
EDS #38: Peter Vestinos, Chicago Bartender & USBG President
Peter Vestinos talks about his journey as a bartender and educator and the Chicago drinking experience. It was awesome.
EDS #37: Brett Pontoni, Binny’s Beverage Depot
Alan chats with spirits buyer and enthusiast Brett Pontoni about his spirits journey.
EDS #36: Francesco Lafranconi, Executive Director of Mixology & Spirits Education at Southern Glazer’s Nevada
Alan talks with Francesco Lafranconi about his journey from Italy to Las Vegas and his relentless dedication to spirits and cocktail education.
EDS #35: Kaleb Cribb, Atlanta Bartender
Alan sits down with Kaleb Cribb, known for his work at Holeman & Finch Public House in Atlanta, to riff on the amazingness that is Atlanta cocktail culture.
EDS #34: Ronnie Cox, Brands Heritage Director at Berry Bros. & Rudd
Alan connects with the great Ronnie Cox in Philadelphia for a conversation about The Glenrothes Single Malt and his many adventures in the whisky industry.
EDS #33: Lacy Hawkins, Bartender & Speedrack Champ 2016
Bartender Lacy Hawkins connects with Alan at the Anchor studio in San Francisco to talk about her recent travels and experience winning Speedrack 2016.
EDS #32: Bonnie Wilson, Suburban Cocktail Wizard
Alan catches up with Bonnie Wilson, Director of Independent Bar Concepts for Front Burner Restaurants in Texas, to talk about her adventures since her first appearance on the Educational Drinking Show.