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Buckwheat Whisky from Brittany with Loig le Lay of Eddu

Learn more about the only whisky that is made from 100% buckwheat in the latest episode of Paris Cocktail Talk.

Paris Drinking Culture with David Lebovitz

We are starting 2023 right with a chat with guest David Lebovitz about Paris drinking culture to kick off this year’s Tour de France for which I’ll export a different region of the country every month.

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Where to drink cocktails in Lyon

- September 14, 2022 | September 14, 2022 - Forest Collins

You might know where to eat in France’s gastronomic capital but do you know where to drink cocktails in Lyon?

Bee to Bottle and Erika Spirits

This month’s episode, Bee to Bottle, covers the importance of bees to the agricultural landscape in France (and elsewhere) and how one small beekeeper at Erika highlights honey with a gin, vodka and mead.

Farm to Bottle in France

Learn about the agricultural landscape in France and why small farmers are turning to spirits to sustain their businesses.

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Elderflower in Cocktails and Beyond

This month we learn about elderflower in cocktails and its evolution as an ingredient and flavour, how it was historically used beyond cocktails and cuisine and how it’s being used […]

Hard Seltzer in France

This month we learn about Hard Seltzer’s growth in France with Steve Veytia of French brand Two Palms. Steve explains how hard seltzer is made and what it’s like to […]

Non-Alcoholic Beer in France

This month we learn about Non-Alcoholic beer in France from Paolo Bouquin of Athletic Brewing Co. We talk about how you make NA beer, who’s drinking it, the ways in […]

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Japanese Spirits in France

This month we learn about Japanese Spirits in France, their increasing visibility in Paris and how the two cultures are coming together to create something more than the sum of their parts for culinary/cocktail experiences.

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.

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…