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Join host Tristan Stephenson as he chats to some of the biggest and best names in the industry. From the finer details of spirits and cocktails to the latest trends and movements sweeping the bar industry around the world. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join host Tristan Stephenson as he chats to some of the biggest and best names in the industry. From the finer details of spirits and cocktails to the latest trends and movements sweeping the bar industry around the world. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Description:

Join host Tristan Stephenson as he chats to some of the biggest and best names in the industry. From the finer details of spirits and cocktails to the latest trends and movements sweeping the bar industry around the world. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Language:

English

Contact:

02079070670

Episodes

THE PERFECT BLEND: HOW TO PICK WHISKY FOR HIGHBALLS

5/12/2022
Want to know if you should be using malts or blends in your cocktails? Tristan chats to experts Dave Broom and Ervin Trykowski talk about the benefits of malts and blends in making the perfect highball. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Duration:00:04:20

Grasshopper to Master: Building on Basic Cocktails with Lynnette Marrero

5/5/2022
Want to know what it takes the become a master cocktailian? Lynnette Marrero gives her expert advice on mastering basic cocktails and harnessing creativity to develop unique serves. Listen to find out how you can build your skills! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Duration:01:03:47

Bar Chat Shorts: Coffee & Cocktails

4/28/2022
Want to elevate coffee cocktails in your bar? In this Bar Chat Shorts, leading coffee expert James Hoffman discusses brew at home coffee trends and the role of cafés and bars in the future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Duration:00:03:59

Brave Bartending: Becoming A World Class Winner with James Grant

4/21/2022
In this episode of Bar Chat, Tristan chats to bartender and 2021 Diageo World Class Global Winner James Grant. James shares the realities of his career before (and after) World Class success, the cocktail he is most proud of and where he has found purpose and challenged himself over the years. Tune in Now. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook:...

Duration:01:10:36

Bar Chat Shorts: Dutch Courage: A Brief History of the Nolet Distillery

4/14/2022
Did you know there is a rich history of vodka production in the Netherlands? Dennis Tamse recounts the colourful history of the Nolet distillery, home of Ketel One vodka, and the wonderful cocktails it has inspired! You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:00:06:12

Licensed to Distill: Shaken and Stirred with Jabin Troth

4/6/2022
Learn from Jabin Troth, founder of Licensed to Distill, as he shares the secrets to developing increasing following, how to improve your bar's social content, and some important learnings for the industry as it transitions into this new year. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:01:03:26

Bar Chat Shorts: Dry and Drinkable: Why London Dry Gin is Unique

3/30/2022
Did you know that London Dry gin has protected status? Join Fever Tree’s Craig Harper and the Gin Institute’s Jake Burger as they reveal what makes London Dry gin so unique and what you should expect from its taste. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:00:06:23

Bar Chat Shorts: Collabs and Creatives: Behind the Scenes of Bar Shows

3/24/2022
Go behind the scenes of bar shows with Hannah Sharman-Cox, Siobhan Payne, and Caroline Rosen as they discuss the collaboration and creativity it takes to run Tales of the Cocktail and London Cocktail Week. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diageobarac/ See...

Duration:00:04:14

Bar Chat: Breaking Bias in Hospitality with Shannon Mustipher and Alexis Brown

3/17/2022
Interested in creating opportunities and diversity in your bar? On International Women’s Day, Tristan sat down with Shannon Mustipher and Alexis Brown to discuss how they develop inclusive spaces and the programs they run for marginalised communities. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:00:42:02

Bar Chat Shorts: Writing Legends: The History of Johnnie Walker

3/10/2022
Ever wondered who Johnnie Walker is? Nick Morgan joins Tristan to recount a brief history of this illustrious brand and the man who gave Johnnie Walker its name. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Duration:00:05:33

Diffusing the Bar: Tips from a Hostage Negotiator to Calm Difficult Customers

3/3/2022
Want to stop trouble in your bar before it begins? On this special Bar Chat episode, find out how to assess state of minds and effect change using just your language with Martin Richards, Hostage and Crisis Management Specialist. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:00:40:44

Bar Chat Shorts: A Kaleidoscope of Flavour: How Colour, Sound, and Shape Help Your Taste

2/24/2022
Ever wonder why you think red drinks taste better? On this Bar Chat Short, discover how colour, sound, and shape can affect taste perception with experimental psychologist Professor Charles Spence. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diageobarac/ See...

Duration:00:06:58

Bar Chat: Take Care! Wellness Tips from Bar Industry Experts

2/17/2022
Constantly on the go and not sure how to take care of yourself? Learn from experts in the field of wellness to give you techniques to manage stress, adapt to change, and nurture the hospitality teams you work and manage. GUESTS INCLUDE: You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:00:46:54

Bar Chat Shorts: How the World’s Best Bar Brought Back the Cocktail Trolley

2/10/2022
On this Bar Chat Short, Ago Perrone tells us about some of the design considerations of The Connaught and the development of their famous martini trolley. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diageobarac/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Duration:00:08:03

Tales from The World’s Best Bar: Martinis and Success with Ago Perrone

2/3/2022
Want to be known as a bartender with style? Join Tristan as he sits down with The Connaught’s Ago Perrone as he discusses his career, his use of flair bartending, and how building your personal brand can bring success in your career. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:01:14:05

Bar Chat Shorts: Honing your Palate: Wine Tasting 101 with Dawn Davies

1/27/2022
Want to upgrade your bartending to the next level? Dawn Davies, Head Buyer for Speciality Drinks, reveals to Tristan her top tips for wine tasting, what you should be looking for, and the best practices for getting the most out of your bottle. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:00:06:59

Master the Art of Listening to Customers with Head Drinks Buyer Dawn Davies

1/20/2022
What is the thinking behind choosing a quality wine or spirits? How do you build palate and tasting knowledge from the ground up? Former on-trade manager, sommelier and now bonafide drinks specialist Dawn Davies chats to Tristan around her career so far and role as a buyer, focusing in on what makes the drinks trade so interesting to work in, and how she identifies great wines and spirits. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are...

Duration:01:07:48

Bar Chat Shorts: Hidden Gems: World’s 50 Best Bars Ones to Watch

1/13/2022
Everyone loves to hear about the new hottest bars in town. Join Tristan as he talks with Mark Sansom, Content Editor for World’s 50 Best Bars, as he tells us about the bars you should be looking out for in the future. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram:...

Duration:00:07:20

Cocktail Champions: Becoming the World’s 50 Best Bars with Mark Sansom

1/6/2022
Ever wanted to know what makes a bar great? How does a bar distinguish itself? Join Mark Sansom as he discusses with Tristan the importance of the World’s 50 Best Bars competition, the process of ranking, and what your venue can learn from the top bars across the world. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook:...

Duration:00:57:45

Bar Chat Shorts: Preserving the Punch: Conserving Seasonal Ingredients

12/23/2021
Tristan sits down with bartender Evan Stroeve and forager James Wild to talk about preserving ingredients for months to come. Looking at fermentation, oil and fat-based mediums, fat-washing cocktails to infuse herbs into, they give their best guidance on how to make the most of seasonal ingredients. You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or views expressed in this podcast are the guest's own and do not represent those of Diageo. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook:...

Duration:00:07:30

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