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The Curious Bartender Podcast

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

Long-form conversations with the leading minds in drinks, spanning history, science, culture, and craft, with bestselling author and bartender Tristan Stephenson.

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Hannah Sharman-Cox and Siobhán Payne are the co-founders of London Cocktail Week and the Pinnacle Guide. Having launched London Cocktail Week 16 years ago, they have built one of the drinks industry's most recognised consumer-facing events, taking it... more

Agostino Perrone is the Director of Mixology at The Connaught Bar in London — one of the most acclaimed bar programmes in the world, and the only bar to have featured in the World's 50 Best Bars list every year since its inception, claiming the top s... more

Tom Oliver is one of the UK’s most respected cider and perry makers, based in Herefordshire. A farmer first and foremost, he works with traditional orchards, rare varieties and long, slow fermentations to produce some of the most expressive cider and... more

The Temperley family oversee the Somerset Cider Brandy Company, which became the UK's first independent distillery in living memory when it commenced operations in 1987. Thus, for almost 40 years, the Temperley family have been committed to reviving ... more

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Recent Guests

Agostino Perrone
Head Bartender/Bar Director at Connaught Bar, London
Connaught Bar
Episode: #68 Agostino Perrone - Connaught Bar, Creativity, Italian Hospitality, Career, Photography
Tom Oliver
Cider and perry maker, known for artisan production techniques.
Episode: #67 Tom Oliver - Cider & Perry Making, Orchards, Varieties, Fermentation, Cider Appreciation, Herefordshire, Agriculture
Henry Jeffreys
Author of 'Empire of Booze' and expert on the cultural history of alcohol
Episode: #65 Henry Jeffreys - Drinking the British Empire, Churchill, Fortified Wine, Bordeaux, Rum, Gin, Cider, Legendary Drinkers
Gabe Cook
Cider expert and educator, known as the Ciderologist
Episode: #57 Gabe Cook - How Cider is Made, Appreciating Cider, Cider History, Growing Apples, Cider Producers, English Cider, American Cider
Jota Tanaka
Master blender at Fuji Gotemba Distillery
Fuji Gotemba Distillery
Episode: #52 Jota Tanaka - Japanese Whisky, History, Fuji Gotemba, Four Roses, Distillation, Mizunara
Camper English
Drinks writer and educator based in San Francisco
alkademics.com
Episode: #51 Camper English - San Francisco Bars, Making Clear Ice, Alcohol as Medicine, Water Sommeliers
Harold McGee
Renowned author and food science expert, known for his work in culinary science and his book 'On Food & Cooking'.
Episode: #50 Dr. Harold McGee - Science of Food & Drink, Smell & Aroma, Foundations of Flavour, Tea, Writng
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

Host

Tristan Stephenson
Host and bestselling author with expertise in food and drink, engaging in enriching conversations with various experts in the beverage industry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • One of the best!

    Amazing podcast about spirits/history/fermentation and culture! Look forward to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fermentedself
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it

    I look forward to every episode of this insightful and engaging show about my beloved industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CreativeDrunk
    United States4 months ago
  • My favourite flavour focused podcast

    As someone who works in the drink industry and loves learning about flavours this is easily the best podcast I have found so far: inquisitive and fun host, interesting guests and a quality array of topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️🇪🇸
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • 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 States7 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 States7 months ago

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Listeners praise the host's curiosity and engaging interview style, making the content both entertaining and educational.
Inquisitive and fun host with engaging guests and fascinating topics related to flavors and the industry.
A must-listen for those interested in spirits, bar history, and cocktail culture, providing enlightening long-form interviews.

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#68 Agostino Perrone - Connaught Bar, Creativity, Italian Hospitality, Career, Photography
Q: What advice would you give to a young Ago entering the bar world today?
Approach with pride and responsibility, stay patient, and pursue a journey that is your own. Build a foundation, develop your craft, and grow with the team toward a shared vision.
#68 Agostino Perrone - Connaught Bar, Creativity, Italian Hospitality, Career, Photography
Q: How important is mentorship and developing the next generation at the Connaught Bar?
Mentorship is central; ambassadors within the team train and guide new staff, ensuring the vision stays alive across generations, while maintaining humility and a collaborative environment.
#68 Agostino Perrone - Connaught Bar, Creativity, Italian Hospitality, Career, Photography
Q: How did the Martini Trolley come to define the Connaught Bar experience?
The trolley was introduced to move from a tray-based service to a table-side, theater-like experience that explains the drink through aroma and presentation, while still focusing on genuine hospitality and the bar's identity rather than copying others.
#67 Tom Oliver - Cider & Perry Making, Orchards, Varieties, Fermentation, Cider Appreciation, Herefordshire, Agriculture
Q: Can cider compete with wine in terms of food pairing?
Yes, cider can perform in every way that wine does regarding pairing.
#67 Tom Oliver - Cider & Perry Making, Orchards, Varieties, Fermentation, Cider Appreciation, Herefordshire, Agriculture
Q: Is it right to call cider premium?
Premium helps understand the intent behind cider, but it's been misused by marketing.

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