A Bar Above Podcast
Once upon a time… a cocktail lover married a bartender. Together, they created a mixology course, a craft cocktail educational website, a podcast, and eventually a premium barware brand! Sounds fun, doesn't it?
Chris and Julia Tunstall created A Bar Above to help bar professionals and cocktail enthusiasts everywhere master their craft, get the ideal tools they need, and connect with other like-minded cocktail lovers. Join them as they discuss all things cocktails, including techniques, recipes, industry trends, news, and so much more! Whether you’re a long-time professional behind the bar, just starting out, or even a home cocktail enthusiast, you’re guaranteed to learn a lot and have fun while doing it.
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- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 37 minutes
- Episodes
- 99
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2022
Preserving Seasonal Flavors - Ideas for Saving Summer Flavors to use Year Round
https://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.
Saving Face: Making the Most of a Bad Brand Rep
https://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.
Bar Inventory: Why it’s Important and Where to Start with Trevor Bernatchez from BevSpot
https://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!
Working 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!
Do 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?
How to Succeed as the First Cocktail Bar in Your Town: A Chat with Micah LeMon
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 marke…
Becoming a Brand Ambassador - A Chat with Trevor Schneider
https://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!
Lessons from a Multi Site Operator with David Sangwell
https://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.
Becoming a Bar Manager: Mastering the Bar Manager Interview
https://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!
Becoming a Bar Manager, Part 2: Getting a Bar Manager Interview
Part 2 of our “getting hired as a manager” series, this one’s all about finding job openings and getting the interview.
Moving up the ladder: How to apply for your first Bar Management job
http://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 app…
Growing a Business while Bartending: A Chat with Jennifer Colliau of Small Hand Foods
You 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?
Gum Syrup: The story of This Old-School Cocktail Ingredient
www.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?
Cocktail & Bar Trends 2018: What’s new and Noteworthy Now
What’s new and happening in cocktail bars in 2018? Here’s what we’re hearing and seeing today.
How to Effectively Work With a Bar Consultant
Surprise! Your boss hired a consultant. How do avoid frustration and make the most of this opportunity?
116 - 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!
115-Bartender to Consultant: An Interview with Matthew Seigel
http://www.mixologytalk.com/115
Listen in to hear Matthew Seigel’s crazy story - from Music producer to bar consultant.
How to Quit: Making your Exit without Burning Bridges
Time to leave? It happens! Here are some tips for giving notice and moving on without making enemies along the way.
A Chat with the Beertender: Chris Cohen, Advanced Cicerone
This guy knows his beer. Join us this week as we’re chatting about choosing beer and getting certified as a Cicerone!