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The Curious Bartender Podcast

Tristan Stephenson
Flavor Perception
Hospitality
Multisensory Experience
Aroma
Gastronomy
Rum
Taste
Psychological Science
Soundscapes
Sustainability
Whiskey
Bartending
Emotional Responses
Cuisine
Cocktails
Jamaica
Coffee
Motivation
Martini
Africa

Conversations on food and drink through history, science, culture and geography with bestselling author and bar person Tristan Stephenson

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Harold McGee is a man that requires no introduction if you are someone who has worked in food and drink in any capacity at all. In 1984 he published McGee On Food & Cooking and brought the science and technology of cooking and flavour to the masses. ... more

Today I am speaking with Serge Valentin. Serge is a whisky expert and the founder of a whiskyfun.com - which is widely regarded as the go-to review repository for whisky tasting notes and scores on the internet. Over the past 23 years Serge has taste... more

In today’s episode, I’m joined by one of the true mavericks of American distilling — Lance Winters of St. George Spirits. This is a journey that begins in the orchard, with pears, quinces and raspberries destined for eau de vie, and stretches all the... more

Charles Denby is the co-founder and CEO of Berkeley Yeast, a company that’s reimagining fermentation through genetics. With a PhD in molecular and cell biology from UC Berkeley, Charles and his team are using genetic science not to replace brewing tr... more

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Recent Guests

Serge Valentin
Founder of whiskyfun.com and whiskey expert
whiskyfun.com
Episode: #49 Serge Valentin - Whisky Fun, Scoring Whisky, Brora & Clynelish, Independent Bottlers, Weird Whisky, Wine Casks, Maturation
Charles Denby
Co-founder and CEO of Berkeley Yeast
Berkeley Yeast
Episode: #47 Charles Denby - Future of Brewing, Yeast Genetics, Brewing 0% ABV Beer, Beer for Health
Megs Miller
Bartender, educator, and agave spirits expert
Salón de Agave
Episode: #46 Megs Miller - Agave Spirits Exploration, Terpenes for Mood Enhancement, Sotol, Mezcal, Salon de Agave, Durango
Richard Hart
Baker and author, known for his work at Tartine Bakery and Hart Bakery
Green Rhino Bakery
Episode: #45 Richard Hart - Sourdough, Bread Culture, Cereals, Copenhagen, Perfection, Sandwiches, Mexico City, Green Rhino
Henrietta Lovell
Founder and CEO of The Rare Tea Company, tea educator, and author
The Rare Tea Company
Episode: #42 Henrietta Lovell - Tea Masterclass, How To Brew Tea, Tea Agriculture, Economics, Communities, Rare Tea, Matcha
Dale DeGroff
Renowned bartender, author, and co-founder of the Museum of the American Cocktail.
Episode: #41 Dale DeGroff - King of Cocktails, Bars & Restaurants, Rainbow Room, Jazz, NYC History
Alexandre Gabriel
Founder of Maison Ferrand, Citadelle Gin, and Plantation Rum
Maison Ferrand
Episode: #40 Alexandre Gabriel - Planteray, Maison Ferrand, WIRD, How Cognac is Made, Jamaican Rum, Barbados, History, Brand Building
Sandor Katz
One of the world's most influential voices in the art and science of fermentation, often called a fermentation revivalist.
Episode: #39 Sandor Katz - How to Ferment, Koji, Sake, Lactic Acid Bacteria, Wild Fermentation, Kefir, Kombucha, Cultures
Joy Spence
Master Blender of Appleton Estate and the first female master blender in the spirits industry, renowned for her expertise in rum.
Appleton Estate
Episode: #37 Joy Spence - World's First Female Master Blender, Jamaica Rum, Appleton Estate, Rum Chemistry

Host

Tristan Stephenson
Host known for engaging discussions about food and drink, often framed within cultural, scientific, and historical contexts.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Great show

    A must listen show if you’re into spirits/bar history, and culture. Entertaining and enlightening long form interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not Michael Anthony
    United States2 months ago
  • Absolutely Essential

    An must for anyone interested in the world of beverages and the people, stories, and elements behind them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JeffreyMorgen
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellence

    Tristan personifies curiosity. His engaging interview style, supported by genuine interest and background knowledge, encourages his guests to be open and excited to share their stories.

    I only wish the episodes were even longer and more frequent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Utjvh
    United States3 months ago
  • Outstanding on every level

    The podcast all bartenders wanted, fantastic guests, relaxed and easy to listen to yet the level of educate is brilliant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Hoy
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Easy listening

    Interesting and early to listen to. Makes me want to go and make a martini now

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wholly Joe
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Many highlight the educational value of the discussions, often remarking that they leave wanting to learn more about the subjects covered.
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Feedback frequently emphasizes the entertaining storytelling style, adding a personal touch to the interviews with industry experts.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#68
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#40
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#40
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#32
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#55
Italy/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#61
France/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#48 Lance Winters - St George Spirits, Eau de Vie, Gin, Absinthe, Whisky, Distillation, Provenance, Experimentation
Q: Can you envisage a time where Oda V has a like a grander status within the bar industry?
I think there are distillers out there who are doing incredible Oda V's.
#48 Lance Winters - St George Spirits, Eau de Vie, Gin, Absinthe, Whisky, Distillation, Provenance, Experimentation
Q: So when did that become a part of the philosophy of St. George Spirits? Was it there from the start?
It wasn't necessarily there from the start as a super intentional thing.
#45 Richard Hart - Sourdough, Bread Culture, Cereals, Copenhagen, Perfection, Sandwiches, Mexico City, Green Rhino
Q: But what about water?
I mean, the hardest thing, I don't know if we'll get there, but like the altitude was a difficult thing.
#45 Richard Hart - Sourdough, Bread Culture, Cereals, Copenhagen, Perfection, Sandwiches, Mexico City, Green Rhino
Q: What about drinks though, you like a drink?
I'm very much into the honey, malty, sugary, Caribbean-y whiskey.
#44 Dave Broom - Whisky Writing, World Whisky, Terroir in Spirits, Culture, The Whisky Market, Best Dram
Q: What do you see as the biggest concerns for the whisky category current and going into the future?
We're undoubtedly in a tough time. The industry is way over capacity.

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