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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. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diageobarac/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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London, United Kingdom

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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. CONNECT WITH US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiageoBarAcademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diageobarac/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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English

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02079070670

Episodes

Stanley Tucci's Happy Hour

3/27/2023
Happy hour just got a whole lot happier! Actor, Director and more recently at home Mixologist - there’s little Stanley Tucci can’t do. In this episode of Bar Chat, he joins Tristan to discuss everything from what makes great hospitality to his food tour of Italy and the importance of honing your sense of taste. But, if you just want to know why he makes his negroni the way he does, he covers that too! Tune in now. IN THIS EPISODE - Food and drink experiences - The philosophy of...

Duration:00:59:11

Why Exercise Matters in Your Career

3/20/2023
From prioritising exercise to creative ways to sneak your steps in, Tim Philips-Johansson shares how and, more importantly, why he makes time to exercise every day. Tune in now. Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHLhba Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3gMzUBR You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any...

Duration:00:02:19

Culinary Cocktails with Adam Handling

3/13/2023
Yes chef! In this episode, Tristan welcomes Michelin-starred chef and award-winning restaurateur Adam Handling to the podcast. They chat about his sources of inspiration in the kitchen, his new bar, Eve Bar London and interesting cocktail ingredients - including cabbage. Tune in now! IN THIS EPISODE: - How Adam established himself as a chef and his career. - How the synergy between bar and kitchen maximises the opportunity to waste less. - How to make great tasting drinks from kitchen...

Duration:00:40:46

Why Representation Matters in the Bar Industry

3/6/2023
In the last ten years there has been a lot of progress behind the bar with greater representation across gender and race. In this Bar Chat Short, celebrated New York Mixologist Shannon Mustipher discusses how the industry is changing - for the better! Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHLhba Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Instagram:...

Duration:00:02:54

From Mentee to Mentor with Julie Reiner

2/27/2023
Previously crowned ‘Best Bar Mentor’ in Tales of The Cocktail Spirited Awards and protégé of legendary bartender Dale DeGroff, Julie Reiner joins Tristan to chat about her role as a judge, consultant and mentor and how she has influenced a generation. IN THIS EPISODE: · Julie’s early years as a bartender and the people who influenced her. · How she set up some of New York’s most legendary bars. · Her role as a mentor – particulary to up and coming bartenders. CONNECT WITH US ON: Sign...

Duration:01:01:05

How to Write a Job Ad with Sean Finter

2/20/2023
Want to attract and select the best candidates for your bar? Sean Finter shares his top tips for creating the perfect job ad in this Bar Chat Short. Don’t miss out! Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHLhba Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3gMzUBR You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions or...

Duration:00:03:39

Making Sustainability Work at Your Bar

2/13/2023
Reduce, Reuse, Rob Roy. Nowadays, everyone tries to be sustainable but how can you do it for your bar? In this episode Tristan chats with co-owner of Red Frog and Monkey Mash, Paulo Gomes on what it means to be truly sustainable, and how to realistically introduce this approach in all bars. Tristan speaks with Paulo about: - How the Lisbon bar scene has evolved over the last 10 years. - Sustainable policies used in his bars. - How to approach sustainability in your bar, with best...

Duration:01:25:19

How to Personalise Classic Cocktails with James Grant

2/6/2023
In this Bar Chat Short, 2021 World Class Global Bartender of the Year James Grant discusses local interpretations of classic cocktails and how you can make them. Get ready to be inspired, tune in now! Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHLhba Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3gMzUBR You must be over legal purchase...

Duration:00:03:31

The Art of Mixology with Remy Savage

1/23/2023
Mona Lisa or Margarita? Having trained in the arts before answering the call of the bar, it’s not surprising that Remy Savage has been at the forefront of some of the best conceptual bars in the world. In this episode Remy chats about how he links art movements to the drinks industry and the impact this has on the design and creation of his cocktails – not to mention the design and functionality of the venue. Tristan speaks with Remy about: · The story behind A Bar With Shapes for a...

Duration:00:48:07

Discover How No-Alcohol Aperitifs Influenced History

1/17/2023
In this short, Claire Warner shares how Aecorn Aperitifs was formed. From traditional recipes to 17th century English herbal remedies we delve into the incredible history that inspired the brand. Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHLhba Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3gMzUBR Hosted on Acast. See...

Duration:00:03:27

Drinks Data: Future Trends You Can’t Afford to Miss

1/9/2023
Keen to better understand your guests and plan strategically for the future? In this episode, Phil Tate of international drinks consultancy CGA serves up the latest global trends with insights into how consumer attitudes, motivations and needs are evolving. Don't miss out - listen today! Tristan speaks with Phil about: · The catalyst behind new trends and how they are identified · How consumer expectations have shifted in recent years · How social media is influencing consumption Phil...

Duration:00:48:33

The Benefits of Mindfulness for Bartending

1/3/2023
We’re all guilty of being so busy with our thoughts that we forget to live in the here and now. In this Bar Chat Short mindfulness expert Andrew Johnson gives us an introduction to the skill of everyday mindfulness and just how life changing the practice can be. Take a deep breath, clear your thoughts and dedicate the next five minutes to you. Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow...

Duration:00:04:47

Active Listening Techniques from A Hostage Negotiator

12/19/2022
How do you tame intense, reactive emotions? You name them. Find out how to use emotional labelling to diffuse difficult situations with Hostage and Crisis Consultant Martin Philips. Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHLhba Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3gMzUBR You must be over legal purchase age to...

Duration:00:03:26

Secrets from the U.K.’s Biggest Ice Producer

12/12/2022
Struggling to not dilute your drinks with ice? Want to know what ice works best for spirits? Tristan sits down with Gavin Marks, the Managing Director of Eskimo Ice, to find out about the perfect chill. Eskimo Ice is the U.K.’s top ice manufacturer, distributing and packing ice across the U.K. and Europe for over forty years. Realising a gap in the market for ice production that directly targets bartenders and mixologists, they created their exclusive Ice Club Diamond Collection to cater...

Duration:00:33:48

Celebrating Women in Cocktails with Lynnette Marrero

12/5/2022
In this Bar Chat Short, Lynnette Marrero recalls how the iconic Speed Rack was set up and why it’s such an important competition for women in the industry. Tune in now. Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHLhba Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3gMzUBR You must be over legal purchase age to listen. Any opinions...

Duration:00:03:36

Bar Takeover Tips and Tricks from the World’s Best Bar

11/28/2022
Originally from Tuscany, Giacomo Giannotti set up Paradiso in Barcelona, the number one bar in The World’s 50 Best Bars, in 2015. In 2020, he opened his second cocktail bar, Galileo, as well as beginning his sustainability project, Paradiso Lab to bring new innovation to the sustainability category. Passionate about sharing knowledge, Giacomo regularly participates in cocktail masterclasses as well as hosting bar takeovers and partaking in industry guest shifts. Tristan talks with Giacomo...

Duration:00:48:53

How to Open a Bar with Sean Finter and Declan McGurk

11/21/2022
Is it your dream to open a bar some day? In this Bar Chat Short, hear from Tristan Stephenson, Sean Finter, and Declan McGurk as they share the highs and lows of opening a bar, and their advice for getting started. Listen to get the scoop! Sign Up to become a Diageo Bar Academy Member: https://bit.ly/3SFn5X5 Test Your Bar Knowledge With E-Learning: https://bit.ly/3gD7NEU Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHLhba Follow Diageo Bar Academy on Instagram:...

Duration:00:05:22

Vermouth 101

11/14/2022
Are you up to speed with vermouth? In Vermouth 101, we hear from World Class Bartender of the Year 2010, Erik Lorincz and Co-Founder of Belsazar Vermouth, Max Wagner. Erik Lorincz has prestigious credentials under his belt with roles at five-star establishments like The Purple Bar at Sanderson and The Connaught – two of London’s most luxurious drinks destinations. For eight years, Erik also held the enviable position of Head Bartender at The Savoy’s famous flagship, The American Bar. In his...

Duration:00:52:00

How to Improve Customer Experience in Your Bar with Ashtin Berry

11/7/2022
In our first Bar Chat Short of the season, Ashtin Berry shares her thoughts on improving customer experience in just four minutes. Sommelier, mixologist, drinks consultant, activist, writer and equity campaigner, Ashtin founded Radical Xchange, a creative agency that focuses on intersectionality, and frequently features on the Drinks International Bar World 100 Most Influential Figures. Tristan talks with Ashtin about: • How to deliver premium customer service • How customer experience...

Duration:00:02:56

Passion into Profit: Transforming Hobbies into a Career with Sandrae Lawrence

10/31/2022
In our first episode of season four, hear from the iconic Sandrae Lawrence. Inducted into the Dame Hall of Fame at the Tales of The Cocktail last year for her contribution to the industry, Sandrae Lawrence has established herself as a drinks industry legend. Sandrae is one half of the partnership behind the award- winning publication The Cocktail Lovers. As well as championing women in the drinks industry, Sandrae hosts consumer events, sits on industry panels, and has twice been listed on...

Duration:00:44:24

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