https://mixologytalk.com/182 As summer comes to a close but the weather is still warm, we at ABA are longing for the pre-COVID barbecues of yesteryear. So, in lieu of that, we’re talking this month about smoke in cocktails !
https://www.mixologytalk.com/181 From how to break down ice to what kind of ice to choose for which drink, if you want to learn more about working with craft cocktail ice at your bar or in your own home, you’ve come to the right place.
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https://www.mixologytalk.com/179 Just because we can’t go to the bar right now doesn’t mean we can’t have fun. We’re wrapping up our vacation-inspired voyage into tropical cocktails by talking about modern tiki with the very knowledgeable Daniel “Doc” Parks, beverage director of San Francisco’s Pagan Idol and Zombie Village ....
https://www.mixologytalk.com/178 Welcome back, and happy June! This month, we are talking all about tiki . And who better to talk to than Jeff “Beachbum” Berry , author of seven tiki cocktail books, owner of Latitude 29 in New Orleans, and all-around expert in all things tiki?
https://www.mixologytalk.com/177 Who better to learn from than the best known non-alcoholic spirits brand? Laura Lashley, the National Education manager for Seedlip, is joining us on the podcast to help us learn all about the art of non-alcoholic cocktails.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/176 Wish you could drink Amaro at work? Listen in as we chat with the founder of Casamara Club on how he created an “Amaro” soft drink - without alcohol!
https://www.mixologytalk.com/175 Today, Chris is talking with bar owner Chris Elford (yes, another Chris!) about a new way bars are serving their community, through to-go cocktail programs . Depending on your state’s current laws, this to-go service is a great option for staying in business during the COVID-19 shutdown.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/174 Ever wonder how to work beer flavor into your cocktails? This podcast has some incredible ideas from the basic to the very advanced!
https://www.mixologytalk.com/173 We’re discussing all things beer cocktails! From how to get started if you want to offer beer cocktails on your drink menu to tips and tricks to elevate your cocktail service.
Who better to ask about colors in cocktails than pastry chefs? Learn their tips, tricks & techniques for adding beautiful color - in and out of the glass. https://www.mixologytalk.com/171
https://www.mixologytalk.com/170 What’s new in the world of craft cocktails and hospitality? We asked a few thousand bartenders and here’s what they said.
https://mixologytalk.com/169 Who better to ask about the nitty gritty details of sugar substitutes than a food scientist? Zach Gooding is an expert in all things sweet. Join us to learn all about sugars (and alternative sugars) and how to use them in your next cocktail.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/168 Going low carb for January? Don’t despair! Listen in for some ideas for “no carb” cocktails and tips for making “no sugar” simple syrups as well.
https://www.MixologyTalk.com/167 If you saw the last episode, you know how Chris feels about hot cocktails. Now it's time to set him straight! Chris is chatting with bartender Bradley Thomas Stephens who has some great tips for making delicious hot cocktails for service - and avoiding the pitfalls that drove Chris crazy!
www.MixologyTalk.com/166 It’s true - Chris hates hot cocktails. Join us this week to experience his rant and some great suggestions for preparing hot cocktails that actually taste good!
www.MixologyTalk.com/165 Looking to add punches to your bar program? Join us this week as Chris learns all about the ins and outs of making and serving large format cocktails behind the bar.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/164 It’s so much more than “Jungle Juice”. Large format cocktails are an awesome way to serve delicious craft drinks at parties without bartending all night!
https://www.mixologytalk.com/163 Infusions are fun to play with, but can you really use them in a service setting? Lucas England says YES and is here to show us how! Listen in to hear his tips and tricks for making infusions work, even in a high volume bar.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/162 It’s one of the easiest “mixology” techniques there is! This week we’re talking all about infusions and how you can easily make them for use in your cocktail creations.
www.MixologyTalk.com/161 Listen in as we chat with sommelier Lucas Huff to learn how he creates delicious food and cocktail pairings, and some tips and tricks for how you can do the same at your bar.
www.mixologytalk.com/160 Ever wonder what makes different styles of Rum different? Join us this week as we learn about three common and two obscure styles of rum and how their unique production processes make them what they are.
www.MixologyTalk.com/159 It’s rum month for A Bar Above so we felt the perfect way to start is to go back to the basics. Today on the podcast we’re joined by Matt Pietrek to teach us all about it!
https://www.mixologytalk.com/158 We’ve published more than 800 things since we started A Bar Above in 2013. I think it’s time to grow up! Here’s what’s new, starting September 1!
www.MixologyTalk.com/157 We asked a bunch of bartenders what the hardest part of bartending was. Here are the top three responses and some suggestions for tackling them.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/156 Moving day! How do you find a job in a new market? Listen in for tips in how to move and find a new job - sometimes before you even leave!
https://www.mixologytalk.com/155 The modern craft bar isn’t all glitz and glamour. Bartending comes with its dark side as well. This week we’re chatting with Justyn Myers to discuss the grittier side of bartending and what he’s learned from hosting a show all about it.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/154 Making specialty syrups? This is your episode! We’re talking with Jared and Absinthia from Nickel Dime Syrups this week and learning all of their tricks for flavor extraction.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/153 What do you do when a coworker hates their job and makes your life miserable? Before you quit in exasperation, here are some ideas for trying to make things better.
https://www.mixologytalk.com/152 Ever used Mead in a cocktail? It might just be the next big hipster beverage, and this week have we have Mead expert Samuel Boulton on the podcast to teach us all about it!
