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The Booming Athens Cocktails Scene

- August 25, 2022 - Forest Collins

Athens cocktail bar scene is burgeoning! Here’s where, how and why….

Low ABV Cocktails in Paris with Olivier Martinez

House Garden bar showcases low ABV cocktails in Paris in a fresh way that make it worth a visit.

Tipping in France with Heather Stimmler

Want the inside scoop in tipping in France? Heather Stimmler of Secrets of Paris breaks down the customs and traditions including a bit on their political and ideological roots.

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3 Seattle Cocktail Bars I’m loving right now

- January 19, 2022 | January 20, 2022 - Forest Collins

As a former Seattleite, I may be biased when I say that Seattle cocktail bars have got it going on! I try to get back to my former hometown regularly, […]

Red House bar for cocktails and tacos in Paris

- December 12, 2021 | December 12, 2021 - Forest Collins

I’m up to my old ways of looking for fabulous, fun and under the radar Paris cocktail news that you won’t find in every other online guide. Like… this very local tip for tacos and cocktails in Paris.

NFT Cocktails and Blockchain Tech for Bars

NFT Cocktails This month we get geeky and learn about NFT cocktails and how these non-fungible tokens running on blockchain technology and are being used in all kinds of industries […]

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Christian Drouin releases 8,550 bottles of Pira, small batch pear based gin

- May 27, 2021 - Forest Collins

While you might think of apples when you think of Normandy, pears are important fruits there too. And Christian Drouin has a very limited edition gin made from pears.

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Irish and English hard seltzer comes to France in a party box

- May 25, 2021 | May 25, 2021 - Forest Collins

Looking for easy summer drinking inspiration? We’ve been taste-testing more of the many, many hard seltzers to be popping up in France and are enjoying a couple of the new choices coming over from Ireland and Britain for a low-key, fuss-free options. They can even come in their own party box for the full apero experience.

Calvados in Cocktails with Maxime Potfer

Cool weather months are perfect for some Calvados cocktails! This month we talk with Maxime Potfer about how to enjoy this French spirit alone and in cocktails.

COVID-19 Effects on France’s Drinks & Food Businesses – Part. 2/2

In Part 2 of this bonus episode of Paris Cocktail Talk, we explore how COVID-19 has affected the drinks and food industry in France with a dozen interviews from cocktail, spirits and gastronomy professionsl

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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…