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Nico de Soto and the latest Danico Cocktail…

The latest Danico cocktail menu ‘Japan’ launched in February and is the third in the bar’s conceptual series ‘Xplorer’. The Xplorer menu series launched in 2023 and the drinks evolve every 6 months to reflect…

Lambig de Bretagne with Loig le Lay of…

This month we talk to Loig le Lay of Eddu about Lambig de Bretagne made by his family’s Brittany based Distillerie des Menhirs. Loig explains the unique aspects of Lambig de Bretagne, an apple brandy…

a martini in a champagne coupe with micro greens as a garnish seen from above sitting next to a cocktail bar menu

mesures / Paris 03 / €€€ 14 - 17

Mesures: a New Paris Vinyl Bar Inspired by…

- February 28, 2024 | February 28, 2024 - Forest Collins

The newly opened Paris vinyl bar, Mesures, draws inspiration from the Japanese concept of jazz kissa. Kissa - shorthand for “kissaten”, a tea room/coffee shop - is a phenomenon that first appeared nearly 100 years…

Out of Office

Edinburgh Cocktail Bars: Where to Sip in Scotland’s…

- February 26, 2024 | February 26, 2024 - Forest Collins

With a growing number of notable Edinburgh cocktail bars, Scotland’s capital is making a name for itself when it comes to mixed drinks. On a recent overnighter I revisited some old favorites for cocktails in…

Freimeisterkollektiv Artisanal Spirits Collective

In this episode, we dive into the world of Freimeisterkollektiv , where tradition meets innovation in the realm of artisanal spirits. Founder Theo Ligthart and his collective of small distilleries and seasoned bartenders and spirits experts…

Cravan Saint Germain / Paris 06 / €€€€ 18 - 24

Cravan Saint Germain

- January 26, 2024 | January 26, 2024 - Forest Collins

In the heart of the Saint Germain neighborhood in Paris, is the new outpost of Cravan, which tows the brand’s party line of well-executed cocktails served in an historical setting. But unlike the miniature 17…

Paris Palace Hotel Bars: Les Ambassadeurs with Kevin…

We have a special treat to kick off 2024 with guest Kevin Rigualt talking about what it’s like managing in Paris palace hotel bars, the creation of his new seasonal menu and what future events…

Drink Like a Local: Paris

In this month’s episode of Paris Cocktail Talk, I talk about my newly published book: Drink Like a Local: Paris. It’s a field guide to Parisian’s favorite beer, wine and cocktail bars, featuring 75 establishments…

Seychelles Rum with Richard D’Offay of Takamaka

On this month's episode we venture into the exotic world of rum with Richard D’Offay, the co-founder of Seychelles rum distillery, Takamaka. Richard shares the captivating story behind the creation and evolution of the Takamaka…

cheese pairings

October Cheese and cocktail pairing: Jack Rose and…

- October 4, 2023 | October 4, 2023 - Forest Collins

In our cheese and cocktail pairing project, I combine my cocktail know-how with the encyclopedic cheese knowledge of Jennifer Greco of Chez Loulou for a series of classic cocktails paired with French cheese. As we…

Paris Cocktail Talk Back Episdoes

Paris Cocktail Talk

The Pilot

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The Pilot

Jan 5, 2016 • 33:05

In the pilot episode of Paris Cocktail Talk we talk about cocktail trends and favorite Paris bars with local bartenders Thierry Daniel, Josh Fontaine, and Thibaut Neuman.
New Bar Openings

Jan 22, 2016 • 27:16

In this episode of Paris Cocktail Talk we explore what's new in the Paris cocktail scene and focus on new cocktail bars opening in Paris. We'll visit three bars that have recently opened (or reopened): Les Justes, Tiger, and Les Bains.
Paris Cocktail Week

Feb 5, 2016 • 37:28

In honor of Paris Cocktail Week, we caught up with some of the participants in this year's event to talk cocktails. From brand ambassadors to bartenders we get the low down on this annual cocktail event.
Brand Ambassadors

Feb 19, 2016 • 43:58

This week on Paris Cocktail Talk we're getting to know some locally based brand ambassadors to find out more about their favorite perks (and pitfalls) of the job and, of course, their favorite cocktails.
Single Spirit Bars

Mar 4, 2016 • 41:29

In this episode of Paris Cocktail Talk we get into single spirits bars. We'll talk bourbon at The Beast, rum at Mabel, and whiskey at Sherry Butt.
Rum

Mar 25, 2016 • 39:04

This episode of Paris Cocktail Talk is all about rum. We'll get into the history of rum, debates about sugar in rum, and great places to taste rum in Paris.
Tiki Talk Part I

Apr 8, 2016 • 16:34

In Part I of our Tiki Talk series, we'll be chatting with Scotty Schuder of Dirty Dick, artist Bai Tiki, and Alexandre Gabriel of Pierre Ferrand Cognac.
Beginner Bartender Basics

Apr 22, 2016 • 41:38

This episode of Paris Cocktail Talk is all about beginner bartenders. We'll talk with local shop owners and bartenders and get advice on how to start up a home bar and equip yourself to make cocktails from the comfort of your own home!
Tiki Take 2

Jul 15, 2016 • 40:59

Part 2 of our Tiki Series! We'll talk with art historian Carol Ivory, Tiki authority Jeff Beachbum Berry, and Cédric Caer, co-owner of Le Tiki Lounge in Paris
Rhum Fest

May 19, 2017 • 30:19

This episode of Paris Cocktail Talk is all about Rhum Fest 2017. We'll talk with some of the brand ambassadors present at the Fest this year, with a focus on Rhum from exotic places like Thailand, Mexico, and beyond. We'll also catch up with some of our favorite faces from…