In today’s episode, we sit down with Joaquín Simó of New York’s Pouring Ribbons for a special Cognac tasting, all with the aim of exploring how bartenders select ingredients for specific cocktails and why. The cocktail in question is the Sidecar, and Joaquín shares a wealth of knowledge on how to make your version live up to the drink's rich heritage. Listen on (or read below) to discover Joaquín’s Sidecar recipe — and don’t forget to subscribe! Joaquín Simó’s Sidecar Recipe Ingredients - 2 ounc...
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 18
The Pisco Sour offers a velvet, refreshing intro to the stunningly complex world of Pisco. Lynnette Marrero leads us on an exploration of both spirit and drink in today’s episode, and shares her tips on how to master the iconic cocktail. Listen on (or read below) to discover Lynnette’s Pisco Sour recipe — and don’t forget to subscribe! Lynnette Marrero’s Pisco Sour Recipe Ingredients - 1 ounce cane simple syrup (2:1) - ½ ounce fresh lemon juice - ½ ounce fresh lime juice - 2 ounces pisco, ideall...
Jan 27, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Cocktail College returns with a bang this week, as we explore the Champagne-spiked, artillery-inspired French 75. Cognac expert Ms. Franky Marshall is on hand to share expert advice on navigating the drink’s base spirits, build, and ideal glassware. Listen on (or read below) to discover Franky’s French 75 recipe — and don’t forget to subscribe! Ms. Franky Marshall’s French 75 Recipe Ingredients ½ ounce fresh lemon juice ½ ounce simple syrup 1 ounce of gin or Cognac 1 ½ - 2 ounces sparkling wine ...
Jan 20, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this week’s episode, Tim digs deep into the Margarita with award-winning bartender and podcast host, Erick Castro. Prepare to learn all about Erick’s favorite Margarita riffs, why he thinks fresh lime juice can be even more important than tequila, and how integral the Margarita has been in his journey as a bartender. Listen on (or read below) to discover Erick’s Classic Margarita recipe. And don’t forget to subscribe! Erick Castro’s Classic Margarita Recipe Ingredients 1 ½ ounces blanco tequi...
Dec 16, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 15
For a century old cocktail, many aspects of The Bamboo make it a decidedly on-trend drink in today’s landscape. The Bamboo eschews a base spirit in favor of industry darling sherry, which also allows it to arrive with a lower alcohol content. To walk us through the complex, stirred blend of Spanish wine, vermouth, and bitters, we’re joined today by Alex Day, one of the partners of Death & Co. Listen on (or read below) to discover Alex’s Bamboo recipe. And don’t forget to subscribe! Alex Day’...
Dec 09, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 14
The Daiquiri is a drink so revered by bartenders, and one whose deceptively simple preparation requires such fine attention to detail, it’s gained a reputation as being the acid test of a mixologist’s skills. To learn how to pass that exam, Tim sits down with William Elliott, the managing partner of New York’s Maison Premiere, and an individual who’s spent over a decade perfecting his Daiquiri. Listen on (or read below) to discover William’s Daiquiri recipe. And don’t forget to subscribe! Willia...
Dec 02, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this mid-season special, Tim looks back at some of the most important lessons our bartenders have shared so far, and includes some of his highlights from season one to-date. Please leave a rating and review, and don’t forget to subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 25, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Devised hundreds of years ago for medicinal purposes, the G&T has gone from strength to strength in recent years, thanks to a proliferation of new gin brands and higher quality tonic waters. As the founder of one of those brands, Simon Ford knows more than a thing or two about the Gin & Tonic, and in this episode waxes lyrical about the drink’s history, preparation, and modern-day elevation. Listen on (or read below) to discover Simon’s G&T recipe. And don’t forget to subscribe! Simo...
Nov 18, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Despite being drenched in history and arriving with an attractive rose hue, Pink Gin — the cocktail — remains an outsider in the bartending world. After spending a great deal of time tracing the cocktail’s roots, Sebastian Hamilton-Mudge wants to change that. And he’s here today how and why you should also embrace this simple, historic creation. Listen on to learn his tips and don’t forget to subscribe! Sebastian Hamilton-Mudge Pink Gin Recipe Ingredients 2 ounces gin, preferably Plymouth Angost...
Nov 11, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In today’s episode, Tim explores the sweet, fragrant fusion of rum, lime, sugar, and mint, best known as the Mojito. Los-Angeles-based Yael Vengroff teaches us how to perfect the drink (without overthinking it) and also sheds light on where life leads beyond the bar, and what it’s like to launch a canned Mojito. Listen on and don’t forget to subscribe! The Mojito Recipe w/ Yael Vengroff Ingredients 2 ounces white rum, such as Casa Magdalena 1 ounce fresh lime juice 1 ounce simple syrup ½ dash An...
Nov 04, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Fresh citrus was a vital ingredient in America’s cocktail renaissance but in the instance of The Gimlet, using fresh citrus — or only fresh citrus — yields neither a historically accurate version of the drink, nor the best example of it. Tim speaks with Toby Cecchini to learn all about lime cordial, and how he resurrected The Gimlet by formulating his own version of the ingredient. Listen on (or read below) to discover Toby’s Gimlet recipe. And don’t forget to subscribe! Toby Cecchini’s Gimlet R...
Oct 28, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Is the Gibson the best bonafide Martini riff? And is describing this cocktail as a “riff” selling it short? In today’s episode, Tim chats with Meaghan Dorman of New York’s Raines Law Room, Dear Irving, and Dear Irving on Hudson to find out. Listen on (or read below) to discover Meaghan’s Gibson recipe — and don’t forget to subscribe! Meaghan Dorman’s Gibson Recipe Ingredients 2 ounces Tanqueray No. 10 gin 1 ounce Carpano bianco vermouth 2 tablespoons pickling liquid Garnish: 1 pickled onion Dire...
Oct 21, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 7
The Mai Tai is perhaps the best known Tiki cocktail in the world. Without a doubt, it’s also the one drink within that category that so often gets made incorrectly. Thankfully, help is at hand in today’s episode, as Tim sits down with Brian Miller, a tropical drinks enthusiast with an extensive knowledge of bartending. Years in the making, he shares his recipe — and technique — for perfecting the Mai Tai. Listen on (or read below) to learn more — and don’t forget to subscribe! Brian Miller’s Mai...
Oct 14, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The Ramos Gin Fizz is best known for its bicep-straining preparation and the chain of shaker boys historically employed to ensure a perfect, frothy, towering foam. In today’s episode, Tim breaks down this New Orleans classic with Lucinda Sterling, managing partner at New York bars Middle Branch and Seaborne. Tune in to learn how to make Lucinda’s Ramos Gin Fizz — recipe also listed below — and don't forget to subscribe! Ingredients 2 ounces gin, such as Ford’s or Beefeater ½ ounce lemon juice ½ ...
Oct 07, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 5
How do you even begin to describe The Martini? A star of the big and small screen, and countless works of literature; it has its own iconic glass and even lays claim to the cocktail emoji 🍸. The Martini also happens to be the world’s best cocktail — at least, that’s what Tim thinks. So, for this episode, he spoke with the man who mixed him the finest Martini he’s ever tasted: John Clark-Ginetti, owner of 116 Crown in New Haven. Tune in to learn how to make John’s Martini — recipe also listed be...
Sep 30, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Neal Bodenheimer and his team at Cure in New Orleans have a simple philosophy: “Nothing’s sacred except maybe the Sazerac.” In this episode, we go deep on that drink’s history, and Neal explains how he and his team came up with their version of the beloved NOLA cocktail. Learn how to make Neal’s Sazerac below — and don’t forget to subscribe! Neal Bodenheimer’s Sazerac Ingredients 2 ounces rye, such as Sazerac 6 Year ¼ ounce Demerara syrup (2:1 ratio of sugar and water, lightly cooked) 3 dashes (...
Sep 23, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Abigail Gullo, director of Bartender's Circle, is passionate about the Manhattan. Not only did she grow up on New York's most storied island, she first learned how to make the drink as a seven year old, and has been honing her technique ever since. Tune in to hear Abigail Gullo's perfected Manhattan recipe — also listed below — and don't forget to subscribe! Abigail Gullo’s Manhattan Ingredients 2 ounces rye whiskey 1/2 ounce sweet vermouth 1/2 ounce dry vermouth 1 dash Angostura bitters 1 dash ...
Sep 16, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Tim speaks with Eric Alperin, co-owner of The Varnish in Los Angeles, to dissect one of the world’s most iconic cocktails: The Old Fashioned. Eric lends sage advice on everything from the importance of ice to bitters bottles and the size of sugar cubes. Tune in to learn how to make Eric Alperin's Old Fashioned — recipe also listed below — and don't forget to subscribe! Eric Alperin’s Old Fashioned Ingredients 1 Domino Dot sugar cube 3 dashes Angostura bitters (8-9 when dispensed from a Japanese ...
Sep 09, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Introducing the latest podcast from VinePair. Each week, managing editor Tim McKirdy sits down with America's best bartenders to learn how to perfect classic cocktails beyond their recipes. Get ready to take your mixology game to the next level! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 02, 2021•1 min
