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The MAFFEO DRINKS Podcast

Chris Maffeo
Beverage Industry
Brand Building
Whiskey
Cocktail Culture
Aperitivo
Spirits Industry
Drinks Industry
Hospitality Industry
Cocktails
Hospitality
Brand Development
Entrepreneurship
Fernet Branca
Botivo
Sustainability
Consumer Behavior
Consumer Engagement
Kyrö Distillery
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Bartending

The Maffeo Drinks Podcast is a leading business podcast in the drinks industry. 135 episodes. Listened to in more than 120 countries. This podcast closes the gap between Bottom-up reality and Top-down expectations with conversations about how brands are actually built, from the field, not the boardroom. Chris Maffeo, founder of MAFFEO DRINKS, hosts the show with over 20 years of experience across ... more

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Latest Episodes

Krista Schubert Silva, former Head of Sales at Overproof, an AI-powered market intelligence platform for the US drinks trade, on why a cocktail can top the menus in one US city and not even rank an hour up the coast.

"The Negroni is not even popular... more

David Wood, founder of Liana Collection, a UK-based premium drinks importer and distributor.

"You can really build brands through kind of death by a thousand cuts."

00:00 How Do You Pick A Brand That Actually Fits Your Portfolio?

03:51 Why Create ... more

Mark Burgess is a global executive search consultant with AIMS International who turns the mic around to interview MAFFEO DRINKS host Chris Maffeo about twenty-plus years of building brands across 30+ markets.

What separates leaders who reach their ... more

André de Almeida, a drinks industry consultant with twenty years across Loch Lomond Group, William Grant & Sons and Edrington and founder of Inside the Cask, on why the liquid comes first and how every drinker takes a different road into whisky.

"Th... more

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Krista Schubert Silva
Former Head of Sales at Overproof, an AI-powered market intelligence platform for the US drinks trade.
Overproof
Episode: San Francisco Drinks Negronis, LA Drinks Old Fashioneds: What City-Level Cocktail Data Reveals About Trends | Krista Schubert Silva | Maffeo's Cut #015
David Wood
Founder of Liana Collection, a UK-based premium drinks importer and distributor.
Liana Collection
Episode: Win As The Modifier, Not The Lead Ingredient: How To Pick Brands That Fit Your Portfolio, Not Fight It | David Wood | Liana Collection | Maffeo's Cut #014
Mark Burgess
Global executive search consultant
AIMS International
Episode: 133 | Chris Maffeo & Mark Burgess | What a Bottom-Up Mindset Looks Like in Career, Strategy and Leadership
André de Almeida
Episode: Meet The Drinker Where They Are In Their Whisky Journey: A Liquid-First Approach To Winning Whisky Drinkers | André de Almeida | Inside the Cask | Maffeo's Cut #013
Brian Rosen
Beverage industry veteran and guest expert on market strategy
Independent industry consultant/author
Episode: It's O-N-D, Baby. And It's Probably Too Late: Why The October-To-December Season Is Won Months Earlier | Brian Rosen | Maffeo's Cut #012
Tarquin Leadbetter
Founder of Tarquin's Gin
Tarquin's Gin
Episode: 132 | Tarquin Leadbetter | Tarquin's Gin | The Journey To The UK's Number One Super-Premium Gin
Micaela Pallini
CEO/owner of Pallini, fourth/fifth generation family member
Pallini
Episode: 131 | Micaela Pallini | Pallini | The World’s Best-Selling Limoncello Didn’t Happen By Chance
Philip Duff
Bev industry expert and figure in the drinks world, referenced as a guest in the episode
Episode: Why Farming Beats Hunting In The Drinks Trade: Why Spirits Sales Needs A Farmer's Mindset, Not A Hunter's | Philip Duff | Maffeo's Cut #008
Claire Warner
Founder of The Good Measure Guild
The Good Measure Guild
Episode: 130 | Claire Warner | How To Measure Trade Advocacy And What Actually Builds Brands In The On-Trade

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Chris Maffeo
Host of MAFFEO DRINKS; hospitality-focused advisor and founder/leader of MAFFEO DRINKS

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Very interesting!

    Chris invites seasoned professionals who share their perspective on trends and drinks brand building strategies, as well as their experience. Great listen and insight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gregoriuss
    United States10 months ago
  • Must Listen

    I’m a regular listener & been a guest. If you’re in drinks or thinking of starting one Chris’ work is a great place to start!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bennybran13
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • A must-listen !

    I really enjoy listening to the MAFFEO DRINKS Podcast as it gives me the opportunity to hear insightful stories from drinks founders. I am always impressed by the quality of the guests and their stories. It helps a lot especially as a marketer to sharpen my strategies. Thanks Chris!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dadatilman
    Belgium10 months ago
  • Sip, Listen

    The MAFFEO DRINKS Podcast delivers sharp, practical insights into building brands across the drinks industry. Jcbelgiumhe honest journeys of inspiring guests reminded me how vital patience and consistency are in growing authentic brands. A must-listen for founders, marketers and anyone passionate about the craft and business behind successful beverages. Thank you Chris!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    echoesfrombehindthecounter
    Belgium2 years ago
  • Best Podcast For Any Spirit Brand Builders!

    If you're building a spirits brand, Maffeo Drinks is a must-listen. Maffeo dives deep into the art, strategy, and hustle of the spirits industry, offering actionable insights and real-world stories from brand builders who’ve been there.

    The episodes strike the perfect balance between inspiration and practical advice, making it ideal for both seasoned professionals and newcomers alike. Whether it’s marketing tips, navigating distribution, or uncovering trends, Maffeo’s engaging style and passio... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nrguerrieri
    United States2 years ago

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The show is a must-listen for anyone in drinks, delivering actionable insights from founders and brand-builders.
Audiences value the down-to-earth interview style and external guest expertise for marketing and distribution strategies.
Listeners praise the host for bringing seasoned pros and practical, real-world perspectives on trends and brand-building in drinks.

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San Francisco Drinks Negronis, LA Drinks Old Fashioneds: What City-Level Cocktail Data Reveals About Trends | Krista Schubert Silva | Maffeo's Cut #015
Q: What is the most common thing that the brands do in your experience? Do they go in and say, like, I want to be where Hendrick's is, or is like, I don't want to be where Hendrick's is?
Silva says it depends on the brand: some seek accounts with major competitors, while smaller brands may avoid them. She contrasts cocktail rankings in San Francisco and Los Angeles to show how city preferences differ.
San Francisco Drinks Negronis, LA Drinks Old Fashioneds: What City-Level Cocktail Data Reveals About Trends | Krista Schubert Silva | Maffeo's Cut #015
Q: From previous experience of working with brands, how do they actually select the venues where they want to sell? Do they just go out there randomly, or do you feel they actually do their homework before entering your city?
Silva says some representatives visit accounts without a strategy, while others research online first. Overproof users can build target account lists using the platform's database and AI.
133 | Chris Maffeo & Mark Burgess | What a Bottom-Up Mindset Looks Like in Career, Strategy and Leadership
Q: What separates those who consistently exceed expectations from those with similar talent who never quite fulfill their potential?
Maffeo identifies self-honesty as a defining quality: being candid about what a person wants, what they can do, and where they fit. Open conversations and realistic alignment with colleagues and customers help build durable working relationships.
133 | Chris Maffeo & Mark Burgess | What a Bottom-Up Mindset Looks Like in Career, Strategy and Leadership
Q: You've argued getting a bottle placed doesn't necessarily mean that you've won distribution and that the industry should focus more on velocity and reorder rather than simply presence. Do you believe the beverage alcohol industry is measuring brand success using the wrong metrics?
Maffeo says distribution can be misleading when bottles remain on shelves or back bars without selling. Drawing on his experience in beer, he emphasizes throughput and reorder activity, and argues that teams need to focus on outlets and accounts where a product can realistically sell.
Win As The Modifier, Not The Lead Ingredient: How To Pick Brands That Fit Your Portfolio, Not Fight It | David Wood | Liana Collection | Maffeo's Cut #014
Q: Why be the modifier instead of the lead ingredient?
Wood explains that modifiers face less direct competition, can win placements in smaller quantities, and can build durable relationships with bartenders while avoiding dependence on a few high-volume listings.

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This show centers on building beverage brands from the ground up, with practical, field-based conversations that contrast grassroots realities with boardroom ambitions. Episodes frequently drill into brand storytelling, on-trade partnerships, distribution strategies, and how to run a brand authentically while scaling. Guests range from founders and master distillers to marketers and writers, offering concrete tips on partnerships, channel planning, and category creation. A notable strength is the emphasis on bottom-up insights, real-world trade dynamics, and long-term brand health over flashy launch tactics, making it especially valuable for founders, marketers, and investors in the drinks industry who want actionable guidance and candid in... more

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1. Krista Schubert Silva
2. David Wood
3. Mark Burgess
4. André de Almeida
5. Brian Rosen
6. Tarquin Leadbetter
7. Micaela Pallini
8. Philip Duff

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