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Decoding CocktailsPodcast ep. 53: Chris Tunstall of A Bar AboveChris Tunstall co-founded A Bar Above with his wife Julia in 2013. They were early into the online content game with their YouTube channel and broke into the podcast space in 2014, the same year they released the first online Mixology Certification course. They’ve gone on to create several other classes on subjects like batching, syrups, infusions, and more.In 2016, they moved into the barware world, designing and manufacturing tools that looked great and more importantly, didn’t fail (or “suck”, my word) during the middle of service. Chris pointed out that because of manufacturing faults, things as basic as...2024-02-061h 05
Secrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce BrandEp 435: Selling Digital Products Alongside Physical Products With Julia Tunstall, A Bar AboveSend us a textSelling digital products alongside your physical products on Shopify is a killer business strategy. Fulfillment costs are next to nothing, but the value that digital products deliver to your customers can be incredible. In this episode, Jordan West interviews A Bar Above Co-founder Julia Tunstall. She talks about how her company got started, how the pandemic helped their business and all about their experience selling digital products. Listen and learn in this episode!Key takeaways from this episode:The main reason that Julia an...2023-02-2334 min
A Bar Above PodcastA Very Important Announcement!http://www.abarabove.com/podcast Chris & Julia have a big announcement today– Tune in to hear all about the future of A Bar Above and what we’re currently working on!2022-03-2107 min
A Bar Above PodcastDiversity in the Hospitality Workplace with Tiffanie Barrierehttp://www.abarabove.com/podcast Come along on a journey of learning as Chris talks with bartender, beverage director, author, and advocate Tiffanie Barriere about inclusion and diversity in the hospitality industry. 2022-03-0743 min
A Bar Above PodcastWomen-Owned Spirit Brands with Morgan McLachlanhttp://www.abarabove.com/podcast Join us as Julia talks with master distiller and co-founder of AMASS Gin, Morgan McLauchlan, about the art and hard work of distilling & about being a woman in the spirits industry. These two female entrepreneurs celebrate the female perspective and female distillers in a male-dominated industry on today’s episode.2022-02-2136 min
A Bar Above PodcastA Candid Interview About Addiction with Dr. Judy Griselhttp://www.abarabove.com/podcast Today, Chris is having a serious, important conversation with former addict and neuropharmacologist, Dr. Judy Grisel about drug and alcohol addiction to better understand how the brain works and how addiction begins.2022-01-2453 min
A Bar Above Podcast11 Ways to Support Bartenders During the Holidayshttp://www.abarabove.com/podcast Learn what bartenders really want this holiday season! Whether you’re a bar owner or a regular customer, Chris & Julia lead you through what the bartenders in our Craft Bartender Community said they’d appreciate for the holidays.2021-12-2012 min
A Bar Above PodcastHoliday Cocktails with Sother Teaguehttp://www.abarabove.com/podcast Wondering what to drink this holiday season? Chris is talking with beverage director, bartender, author, and podcast host Sother Teague about Christmas cocktails that can be enjoyed all year round!2021-12-0635 min
A Bar Above PodcastAll About Vodka with Veronika Karlovahttps://abarabove.com/podcast/ We’re talking vodka, vodka, vodka with vodka expert and spirits judge Veronika Karlova from Girls Drink Vodka. From which cocktails to make to which vodkas to buy at different price points, you’re guaranteed to also become an expert after today’s podcast!2021-10-1845 min
A Bar Above PodcastAn Overview of Vodka and its Futurewww.abarabove.com/podcast Vodka is known as a neutral spirit, but that may all be changing! Learn all about vodka with character and the new law regarding vodka production from Devon Trevathan of Liba Spirits.2021-10-0448 min
A Bar Above PodcastCocktail Familieshttps://www.abarabove.com/podcast Frustrated by memorizing cocktail recipes? We’ll walk you through the six main cocktail families so you can make hundreds of different types of cocktails using these simple cocktail family structures!2021-09-2022 min
A Bar Above PodcastHow to Stock Your Home Bar with Leah Hall from Gastronom Cocktailshttps://www.mixologytalk.com/201 Leah Hall is the co-owner of gastronomblog.com, a website dedicated to all things alcohol and making cocktails accessible to the home bartender. On the website and social media, she and her husband, Jay, share content dedicated to spirited travel, cocktails, and even boozy food. Bringing her background in hotel and restaurant management, Leah incorporates her unique views into the storytelling of bars and other amazing locations around the world. The Halls started their website in 2012; and while doing what they love most, they offer bar menu consultations, recipe development, cocktail...2021-09-0640 min
A Bar Above PodcastLaunching Gold Products and Going Back to Basics!https://www.mixologytalk.com/200 Celebrating episode 200, we are announcing both a name change for our podcast and the launch of our new gold bar tools line!2021-08-1611 min
A Bar Above PodcastOur Top 10 Podcasts from the Last 100 Episodes!https://www.mixologytalk.com/199 Today, we’re revisiting our favorite 10 podcasts of the last 100 episodes-- with a special guest, our very own Julia Tunstall. Split up between technique and career-focused episodes, these are podcasts you definitely want to go back and listen to if you missed them the first time!2021-08-0330 min
A Bar Above PodcastAn interview with Zane Harris from Riedel about glassware!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiVeKXO-9CY Join us in our Mixology Talk Podcast as we chat with Spirits Specialist and Bar Designer Zane Harris - @zanemharris - and dive deep into his experience as the designer of Riedel's cocktail glasses line, as well as the importance of using the perfect choice of glassware to serve beautiful cocktails!2021-07-201h 03
A Bar Above PodcastMTP 197-Glassware interview with 2 Bartendershttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIROCipaMEw2021-07-181h 02
A Bar Above PodcastAll About the San Francisco Spirit Competition with Jeffrey Morgenthaler and Anthony Blue!https://www.mixologytalk.com/1962021-06-2949 min
A Bar Above PodcastCoffee Cocktails with Levi Andersen and Derrick Wessels!https://mixologytalk.com/195 2021-06-1751 min
A Bar Above PodcastGenever to Gin, an Interview with Gin Expert Philip Duffhttps://mixologytalk.com/193 Join our conversation with gin and genever expert Philip Duff of Old Duff Genever to learn all about these spirits. Hint: they’re very different!2021-05-1842 min
A Bar Above PodcastA Pandemic Pivot: a Chat with the Founders of Prohibition Popshttps://www.mixologytalk.com/192 Join us as we chat with Cornelia Mathis and Cody Carney to hear all about their incredible story of launching a boozy popsicle brand during the Pandemic!2021-04-0934 min
A Bar Above PodcastYou don’t actually hate Gin: Why you should give gin another chance!https://www.mixologytalk.com/191 Think you hate gin? Don’t give up! Today we’re talking about the reasons a lot of people think they hate this misunderstood spirit, and ideas for giving it another chance.2021-03-0923 min
A Bar Above PodcastTaking Dry January to the next level, an Interview with Sharelle Klaus of Dry Botanical Bubblymixologytalk.com/1902021-03-0538 min
A Bar Above PodcastTips for Dry January, an interview with Chris Becker of Better Rhodeshttps://www.mixologytalk.com/189 Mocktails Anyone? It's not too late to start your Dry January or a dry week. Let’s dive into the relatively new world of craft, booze-free adult beverages and explore our options.2021-01-3029 min
A Bar Above PodcastCocktails on a Budget: How to Save Money in your Home Barhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/188 Craft cocktails are an expensive hobby! We’re talking about tips for making the most out of your home bar without breaking the bank (or budget!)2021-01-1935 min
A Bar Above PodcastGift Ideas for Cocktail Lovers (According to 10,000 of them!)https://www.mixologytalk.com/187 We asked our two 5000+ member Facebook groups what gifts they wanted most this holiday season. Here’s what they said!2020-11-2734 min
A Bar Above PodcastGift Ideas, Cocktail Photography and Writing a Cocktail Book: an Interview with Natalie Migliarini from Beautiful Booze.https://www.mixologytalk.com/186 Beautiful Booze’s Natalie Migliarini is one of the most influential voices in cocktails today. Listen in as she shares with Chris, cocktail gift ideas, how to capture the perfect cocktail shot for IG and more.2020-11-2748 min
A Bar Above PodcastCraft Cocktails and Vodka, an Interview with H. Joseph Ehrmannhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/1852020-11-0152 min
A Bar Above PodcastWood Smoke: an Interview with Pitmaster, Malcom Reedhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/183 Everyone knows the traditional smoking gun method for smoking cocktails. But if you want to know all about using wood to introduce smoke and flavor into your cocktails, this podcast is for you.2020-09-1725 min
A Bar Above PodcastSmoked Cocktails, an Interview with Ben Pottshttps://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!2020-09-0932 min
A Bar Above PodcastTips and Tricks for Working with Large Format Ice for Servicehttps://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.2020-08-2925 min
A Bar Above PodcastClear Ice, from Clinebell to Glasshttps://www.mixologytalk.com/1802020-08-1447 min
A Bar Above PodcastMTP 179: Modern Tiki, an interview with Daniel "Doc" Parkshttps://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.2020-07-2332 min
A Bar Above PodcastTiki, the Post-Prohibition "Craft" Cocktail with Beachbum Berryhttps://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?2020-06-2359 min
A Bar Above PodcastThe Art of Non-Alcoholic Cocktails, Learning from Seedliphttps://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.2020-05-2635 min
A Bar Above PodcastInventing the Impossible: Creating Non-Alcoholic Amaro with Jason La Vallahttps://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!2020-05-1242 min
A Bar Above PodcastHow to Launch a To-Go Cocktail Program, an Interview with Chris Elford from Navy Strengthhttps://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.2020-04-1454 min
A Bar Above PodcastAdvanced Beer Cocktails: Reductions, Compatible Flavors, and More with Nicole Barkerhttps://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!2020-03-2650 min
A Bar Above PodcastBeer Cocktail Basics with Chris Krausehttps://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.2020-03-1155 min
A Bar Above PodcastColors & Cocktails, Part 1: Ingredients & Techniques for Red Cocktails with Pastry Chef Bella JatzoWho 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/1712020-02-2737 min
A Bar Above PodcastCocktail & Bar Trends for 2020https://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.2020-02-1436 min
A Bar Above PodcastSugar alternatives - Interview with a food scientist about all things sweethttps://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.2020-01-2337 min
A Bar Above PodcastThe Impossible Task: How to make “No Carb” Cocktails that Actually Taste Goodhttps://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. 2020-01-1033 min
A Bar Above PodcastAdvice for serving hot cocktails at your bar - interview with Bradley Thomas Stephenshttps://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!2019-12-1934 min
A Bar Above Podcast5 Reasons Chris Hates Hot Cocktails (and how to fix them!)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!2019-12-0816 min
A Bar Above PodcastPunch for Service: Large Format Cocktails Behind the Bar with Rachel Hopkinswww.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.2019-11-2634 min
A Bar Above PodcastPunch: The Misunderstood Large Format Cocktailhttps://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!2019-11-0727 min
A Bar Above PodcastAdvanced Infusions for Fun and Profit with Lucas Englandhttps://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.2019-10-2143 min
A Bar Above PodcastBasic Infusions: How to make Infused Spirits and Syrups for Cocktailshttps://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.2019-10-0927 min
A Bar Above PodcastFood and Cocktail Pairings with Lucas Huffwww.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. 2019-10-0726 min
A Bar Above PodcastLearning the Secrets of Rum Production with Carter Raff and Josh Millerwww.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. 2019-09-1752 min
A Bar Above PodcastBack to the Basics: All About Rum with Matt Pietrekwww.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!2019-09-0337 min
A Bar Above PodcastGetting Organized & Growing up: What’s coming for A Bar Abovehttps://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!2019-08-2811 min
A Bar Above PodcastThe Hardest Part of Bartendingwww.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. 2019-08-1435 min
You're 86Episode 15: What’s next? Career movement for bartenders – With Chris TunstallSometimes we may feel like we can work behind the bar forever. I mean, what an amazing job? We get to bring the party and make people happy every night. It's great! But chances are even if you could physically work behind the bar forever, likely you won't want to. Whether you're burnt out mentally, your industry schedule doesn't work well with the family you are trying to start or you're just inspired to try something different, stepping out from behind the bar and doing something new can be incredibly challenging.My guest today is Chris Tunstall. In 2003, like many...2019-07-3140 min
You're 86Episode 15: What’s next? Career movement for bartenders – With Chris TunstallSometimes we may feel like we can work behind the bar forever. I mean, what an amazing job? We get to bring the party and make people happy every night. It's great! But chances are even if you could physically work behind the bar forever, likely you won't want to. Whether you're burnt out mentally, your industry schedule doesn't work well with the family you are trying to start or you're just inspired to try something different, stepping out from behind the bar and doing something new can be incredibly challenging.
My guest today is Chris Tunstall. In 2003, like many...2019-07-3140 min
A Bar Above PodcastRelocation for Bartenders: How to Find a Job in a Brand New Townhttps://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!2019-07-1717 min
A Bar Above Podcast"The Dark & Gritty side of Bartending - a chat with Justyn Myers"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.2019-07-0345 min
A Bar Above PodcastFlavor Extraction without Alcohol: Learning from Jared & Absinthia from Nickle Dime Syrupshttps://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. 2019-06-2045 min
A Bar Above PodcastDisengaged and Negative Coworkers: How to fix it (or deal with it!)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. 2019-06-0524 min
A Bar Above PodcastAll About Mead with Samuel Boultonhttps://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!2019-05-2250 min
A Bar Above PodcastBar Education and Bar Convent Brooklyn: A Chat with Angus Winchesterhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/151 It’s already conference season! Bar Convent Brooklyn is coming in just a few weeks, and is a great event if you’re a bartender looking to learn and grow. Join us this week as we chat with their head of education (and a man who needs no introduction), Angus Winchester. 2019-05-0830 min
A Bar Above PodcastIntroducing the A Bar Above Store!https://www.mixologytalk.com/150 It’s a day we’ve been waiting years for - and it’s here! The A Bar Above Store is officially open for business. Listen in for the whole story, including some hints at what’s coming and a few hiccups we experienced along the way.2019-04-2427 min
A Bar Above PodcastRaising your Prices: When and How (without Losing all your Regulars)https://www.mixologytalk.com/149 Time to raise prices? Don’t chicken out! Here are some tips for increasing your menu prices in a way that’s good for the bottom line and doesn’t scare away your customers. (I promise!)2019-04-0424 min
A Bar Above PodcastBartender Super heroes: Super Powers You didn't Even Know you Hadhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/148 Your regulars might call you a “super hero” all the time, but I would argue that bartenders really are modern day superheroes. Listen in for a fun episode all about the “super powers” that experienced bartenders all seem to have after a few years behind the bar.2019-03-2021 min
A Bar Above PodcastHow to NOT Poison your Guests, with Camper Englishhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/147 It’s great to get creative with your cocktail recipes, but how do prevent your creativity from going too far? This week we’re chatting with Camper English about keeping cocktails safe.2019-03-0649 min
A Bar Above PodcastOur Favorite Conversations 1,000 Bartenders & Cocktail Lovershttps://www.mixologytalk.com/146 What happens when you get 1,000 bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts in the same place to talk cocktails? Here’s a recap of our favorite debates and conversations from the last few months in our Facebook group! 2019-02-2025 min
A Bar Above PodcastStaying Sharp with an Empty Barhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/145 It’s February and it’s… quiet. Crickets at your bar. How can you use this time to stay sharp and improve your skills so you’re ready when folks show up again for St. Patrick’s Day?2019-02-0628 min
A Bar Above PodcastBig Trends and New Products from the 2019 Fancy Food ShowMixologyTalk.com/144 What’s new in booze? We went to the Fancy Food Show in San Francisco to Find out! Here are the key trends and most interesting new products we found.2019-01-2327 min
A Bar Above Podcast2018 in Review: Key Takeaways from our best Podcast Interviews in 2018https://www.mixologytalk.com/143 That’s a wrap! Here are our key takeaways from Chris’ best interviews of 2018.2019-01-0933 min
A Bar Above PodcastThe Modern Molecular Bar with Scott Guerinhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/142 Foams, spherification and pH… this week’s episode dives deep into the world of molecular gastronomy with the head chef from Modernist Pantry. It’s getting nerdy!2018-12-2653 min
A Bar Above PodcastCraft Cocktails Through the Years: an Interview with H. Joseph Ehrmannhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/141 Ever wonder what cocktail culture was really like 15 years ago? This week we’re chatting with H. Joseph Ehrmann about how the Craft Cocktail movement got its footing in San Francisco, and what he sees for the future of craft cocktails.2018-12-1239 min
A Bar Above PodcastThe Other Infusion: Tea Behind the Bar with Taylor Cowanhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/140 Tea is a great way to add flavor and aroma to cocktails. This week we’re chatting with Spirit Tea’s founder to learn about making great tea and using it to make great cocktails too!2018-12-051h 01
A Bar Above PodcastMastering Mobile Bartending with Ozeal DeBastoshttps://www.mixologytalk.com/139 Ever considered bartending for private events? Check out this interview with mobile bartending pro, Ozeal Debastos to learn how he got started and great tips for success2018-11-2147 min
A Bar Above PodcastEquipment Hacks to Make Your Life Easier Behind the Barhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/138 After working behind the bar long enough, you find a few tips and tricks that help make your day easier. Here are the tools and hacks that Chris found over the years behind his bar. 2018-11-0740 min
A Bar Above PodcastSpirit Free: Mixology without the Alcohol with Julia Momosehttps://www.mixologytalk.com/137 Who says a drink needs booze to be delicious? Join us this week for a chat with Julia Momose, one of the world’s foremost experts on alcohol free cocktails that put the word “mocktail” to shame.2018-10-2449 min
A Bar Above PodcastDeveloping Systems for a Smoother Shift and Better-run Barhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/136 You may not realize it, but you use systems every day to work faster, better, and longer. Listen in for more ideas on how you can leverage systems to improve every shift! 2018-10-1040 min
A Bar Above PodcastListener Questions: Costing High end Liqueurs, Keeping up the Speed and Fighting Burnouthttps://www.mixologytalk.com/135 Another listener questions episode! This week we’re talking about pricing high-end spirits, what to do if a coworker takes their “Mixology” a little too seriously, and some thoughts about rekindling your love for bartending.2018-09-2635 min
A Bar Above PodcastSix Figure Bartending: How to make (and keep) More Money Behind the Barhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/134 Love the career but with you could take home more money? Check out this week’s episode for some tips for increasing your hourly rate, getting more tips, and keeping the money you make!2018-09-1252 min
A Bar Above PodcastJobs Beyond the Bar: Hospitality Career Ideas for Bartenders that aren’t Behind the Barhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/133 Tired of the bartender life? There are so many great career options that leverage your bar skills - here are a few to get you started!2018-08-2955 min
A Bar Above PodcastWhat’s New in Mixology in 2018https://www.mixologytalk.com/132 Curious what’s new in the world of “bleeding edge” mixology? Here’s what we learned in a few great seminars this year on the topic.2018-08-1540 min
A Bar Above PodcastPreserving Seasonal Flavors - Ideas for Saving Summer Flavors to use Year Roundhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/131 Everything tastes amazing in the summer! Here are some ideas for preserving those great seasonal flavors to enjoy in your cocktails year-round.2018-08-0123 min
A Bar Above PodcastSaving Face: Making the Most of a Bad Brand Rephttps://www.mixologytalk.com/130 Brand reps are a key part of any successful bar - but they aren’t all perfect. Here’s what to do if you’re not getting what you need from your reps.2018-07-1834 min
A Bar Above PodcastBar Inventory: Why it’s Important and Where to Start with Trevor Bernatchez from BevSpothttps://www.mixologytalk.com/129 “Inventory” isn’t a bad word! Here’s how to do inventory without the frustration so you can start seeing the benefits for your bottom line! 2018-07-041h 00
A Bar Above PodcastWorking with Crab Apples, Adjusting Acid & Replicating Cocktails: Another Listener Questions Episode!https://www.mixologytalk.com/128 Have you used crab apples in cocktails, adjusted your citrus or tried to replicate a cocktail you had in a bar? You’ll like this episode!2018-06-2021 min
A Bar Above PodcastDo you really need a seasonal cocktail menu? https://www.mixologytalk.com/127 In an age where you can buy strawberries in Alaska in January, what’s the point of a seasonal cocktail menu? And is it right for your bar program?2018-06-0626 min
A Bar Above PodcastHow to Succeed as the First Cocktail Bar in Your Town: A Chat with Micah LeMonwww.mixologytalk.com/126 There are good and bad sides to being a cocktail bar in a smaller market. This week we’re chatting with Micah LeMon to learn about how he found success in his own small market.2018-05-2431 min
A Bar Above PodcastBecoming a Brand Ambassador - A Chat with Trevor Schneiderhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/125 Ever wanted to be a Brand Ambassador? Check out our chat with Reyka Vodka ambassador Trevor Schneider to hear about what it’s really like - the good and the bad!2018-05-0938 min
A Bar Above PodcastLessons from a Multi Site Operator with David Sangwellhttps://www.mixologytalk.com/124 Ever wondered what it’s like to manage a multi-site operation? Join us this week with David Sangwell to hear about his experience and tips for others doing the same.2018-04-251h 02
A Bar Above PodcastBecoming a Bar Manager: Mastering the Bar Manager Interviewhttps://www.abarabove.com/acing-the-bar-manager-interview It’s the last (and maybe hardest) step to getting your first bar manager job: The interview. Here’s how to make sure you ace it!2018-04-1144 min
A Bar Above PodcastBecoming a Bar Manager, Part 2: Getting a Bar Manager InterviewPart 2 of our “getting hired as a manager” series, this one’s all about finding job openings and getting the interview.2018-03-2836 min
A Bar Above PodcastMoving up the ladder: How to apply for your first Bar Management jobhttp://www.mixologytalk.com/121 You’ve got a good amount of bar experience and you’re ready to dip your toe in management. This week on the podcast we’re talking about your first steps to prepare apply (and interview) for management roles.2018-03-1432 min
A Bar Above PodcastGrowing a Business while Bartending: A Chat with Jennifer Colliau of Small Hand FoodsYou may have heard of Small Hand Foods. But did you know its founder, Jennifer Colliau, started the business while working full time as a bartender?2018-02-281h 08
A Bar Above PodcastGum Syrup: The story of This Old-School Cocktail Ingredientwww.mixologytalk.com/119 You may have seen “Gomme syrup” listed as an ingredient in some very old cocktail recipes. What is it, and why was it used in cocktails?2018-02-1414 min
A Bar Above PodcastCocktail & Bar Trends 2018: What’s new and Noteworthy NowWhat’s new and happening in cocktail bars in 2018? Here’s what we’re hearing and seeing today.2018-01-3126 min
A Bar Above PodcastHow to Effectively Work With a Bar ConsultantSurprise! Your boss hired a consultant. How do avoid frustration and make the most of this opportunity?2018-01-1720 min
A Bar Above Podcast116 - How to Become a Better Bartender in 2018 http://www.mixologytalk.com/116 It’s the new year and things are (finally) slowing down. Here’s how you can use your downtime to grow your skills and career!2018-01-0433 min
A Bar Above Podcast115-Bartender to Consultant: An Interview with Matthew Seigelhttp://www.mixologytalk.com/115 Listen in to hear Matthew Seigel’s crazy story - from Music producer to bar consultant. 2017-12-2041 minA Bar Above PodcastHow to Quit: Making your Exit without Burning BridgesTime to leave? It happens! Here are some tips for giving notice and moving on without making enemies along the way.2017-12-0620 minA Bar Above PodcastA Chat with the Beertender: Chris Cohen, Advanced CiceroneThis guy knows his beer. Join us this week as we’re chatting about choosing beer and getting certified as a Cicerone!2017-11-2246 min
The Online Course Show022 – Online Mixology Course with Chris and Julia TunstallHi everyone! I’m Jacques, The Online Course Guy, and it’s time for another podcast. Recently I had the pleasure of speaking with Chris and Julia Tunstall, creators of the A Bar Above mixology course.I had so much fun not only hearing about the Tunstalls’ course, but learning how they got started and (of course) getting a personalized drink recommendation. Chris and Julia had plenty of insights to share about what has worked for them, and also what they might have done differently if they were starting over.
"Don’t be afraid to start cr...2017-11-0736 min