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The Philip Duff Show

Philip Duff
Cocktail Culture
Whiskey
Hospitality Industry
New York City
Bartending
Mixology
Hospitality
Cocktails
Mezcal
Rum
Vodka
New York
Spirits Industry
Tales Of the Cocktail
Covid-19
Agave Spirits
Flair Bartending
The Bottle Cocktail Shop
Cocktail Industry
Hospitality Management

Liquor, bars, cocktails: the people and companies who make them, sell them and drink them, plus everything & everyone in-between, with your host, globetrotting spirits guy and escaped bartender, Philip Duff.

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I met Aarón in Europe when he was visiting, and I've wanted to sit down with him for ages. From a childhood in kitchens to teaching culinary arts around the world and falling sideways into mixology after a stint at Chicago's world-famous Aviary, his ... more

I bumped into Mike at NY's legendary Irish bar Swift in 2020, when a mutual friend who'd been showing Mike around Manhattan bars introduced us. I'd heard a story or two about this new-to-the-market MGP-sourced bourbon named Penelope from a couple of ... more

I met Rakshay a few years back on one of the legendary Blueblazer press tours of bars in Italy, and he let me taste the agave spirit he produces in India, Maya Pistola Agavepura. Its distilled with traditional tequila methods from an Indian-grown spe... more

Drew has been a friend for half a decade, and as well as being a lauded bar owner, we created Moonbird Gin (double gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Awards) and GOATz Spiced Rum together  - and he's a hilarious, fascinating guy. 

Drew on IG: h... more

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Michael Paladini
Penelope Bourbon co-founder; early influencer in blending and brand development
Penelope Bourbon
Episode: Mike Paladini and Danny Polise, founders, Penelope Bourbon
Danny Polise
Penelope Bourbon co-founder; master blender on the Penelope line
Penelope Bourbon
Episode: Mike Paladini and Danny Polise, founders, Penelope Bourbon
Rakshay Dhariwal
Founder of Maya Pistola Agavepura and India Cocktail Week co-founder
Maya Pistola Agavepura; India Cocktail Week
Episode: Rakshay Dhariwal, founder, Maya Pistola Agavepura Indian agave spirit, co-founder Passcode Hospitality and India Cocktail Week
Drew Schenck
Owner of Dram & Draught bar group; founder of Moonbird Gin & GOATz Rum
Moonbird Gin; Dram & Draught
Episode: #158, Drew Schenck, owner, Dram & Draught bar group,(North Carolina), founder, Moonbird Gin & GOATz Rum
Eric van Beek
Co-founder of Handshake Bar (Mexico City) and Shakerato (Amsterdam)
Handshake Bar / Shakerato
Episode: #157, Eric van Beek, co-founder, Handshake Bar (Mexico City, #1 W50BB ‘24) & Shakerato (Amsterdam)
Sven Almenning
Viking bar entrepreneur; founder of Behind Bars agency; operates Eau de Vie, Nick & Nora's, The Sanderson, Mjolner and other venues
Behind Bars / Eau de Vie / Speakeasy Group
Episode: #156, Sven Almenning, founder, Behind Bars agency (Australia), and Australian cocktail bars Eau de Vie, Nick & Nora’s, The Roosevelt, The Sanderson, Pearl Diver & Mjolner Viking steakhouses, 13 April 2026
Tobin Ellis
Veteran bartender, author of Bar Design Essentials, principal of Barmagic design studios (Las Vegas & New York)
Barmagic Design Studios
Episode: #155, Tobin Ellis, veteran bartender, author of “Bar Design Essentials", champion flair bartender, principal of Barmagic design studios (Las Vegas & New York) 30 March 2026
Andrew Merinoff
Co-founder & Investor Chinola Liqueur, Dispact Ventures; former Proximo/Great Jones executive
Dispact Ventures, Chinola Liqueur, Great Jones Distillery
Episode: #154, Andrew Merinoff, Co-founder & Investor Chinola Liqueur, Coconut Cartel, Empirical Spirits, Matchbook Distilling, Seven Rooms, & more
TJ Lynch
Co-founder of Mother's Ruin; operator of Lowlife Bar and Lost Isle restaurant
Mother's Ruin, Lowlife Bar, Lost Isle
Episode: #153, TJ Lynch, co-founder Mother’s Ruin (NY, Austin, Nashville, Chicago), Lowlife Bar and Lost Isle restaurant (South Carolina)

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Philip Duff
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • One of the best sources of knowledge around beverage products that I’ve found

    This is one of the easiest podcasts about the liquor industry to listen to - Phillip does a great job of ensuring the conversations are both casual and informative, and the guests are always fantastic.

    It truly feels like you’ve lucked your way into bellying up to the bar next to some of the beverage world’s top minds, and you get a nice mix of honest insight and collegiality that is rare in this space.

    Peppered throughout you’ll also find recommendations on places to visit, products to try, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Above Average Warren
    Canada3 years ago

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Guests are consistently top minds in beverage and bar culture.
This show makes the liquor industry approachable with casual yet insightful conversations.
Host and guests create a barroom vibe that's both entertaining and informative.

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Apple Podcasts
#248
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#10
Ukraine/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#13
Saudi Arabia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#161
Hong Kong/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#169
Ireland/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#191
Netherlands/Arts/Food

Talking Points

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Mike Paladini and Danny Polise, founders, Penelope Bourbon
Q: Why did MGP acquire Penelope, and what changed after the deal?
The acquisition was driven by growth potential and the desire to scale with a real marketing and sales engine. Post-acquisition we gained access to a larger team and distribution while continuing to innovate with finishes and new releases.
Mike Paladini and Danny Polise, founders, Penelope Bourbon
Q: How did you decide to start Penelope Bourbon with three mashbills from MGP?
We were chasing good liquid with little risk, starting small, and learning by doing. Blending different mashbills on-site taught us what actually works, and the process evolved into a structured product with room for variation and refinements.
#155, Tobin Ellis, veteran bartender, author of “Bar Design Essentials", champion flair bartender, principal of Barmagic design studios (Las Vegas & New York) 30 March 2026
Q: What do you think bartenders should be physically doing to get better and faster and prevent injury?
Bartenders should constantly self-assess their movements, seek to minimize awkward reach and twists, and adopt neutral spine ergonomics; focus on biomechanics over flashy gear, and adapt pouring and ice-handling techniques to reduce repetitive strain.
#154, Andrew Merinoff, Co-founder & Investor Chinola Liqueur, Coconut Cartel, Empirical Spirits, Matchbook Distilling, Seven Rooms, & more
Q: Can you share the origin story of Chinola and how it evolved from a kitchen project to a global brand?
Chinola began when an Austrian liqueur blender partnered with a Dominican entrepreneur; a passion fruit liqueur was born in a Dominican Republic setting, tested in New York, refined through early bottles that separated and browning issues led to innovations like a shell‑stable, fresh fruit approach. Over years, the team perfected production techniques, secured Dominican Republic sourcing, and expanded into additional fruit lines as demand grew.
#152, David Vogel, founder, Badger Bevs premium mixers, 9 March
Q: What gap in the market did you see and how did Badger Bevs address it?
The market was dominated by established mass brands delivering inconsistent quality and packaging. Badger Bevs aims to fill the gap with a premium, restaurant-quality liquid, superior carbonation, and branding that communicates sophistication and tenacity, specifically targeting high-end on-premise channels before expanding into retail.

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A deep dive into beverage culture, hospitality entrepreneurship, and bar operations through conversations with founders, brand ambassadors, bartenders, and bar owners. Across episodes, listeners get practical insights on brand building, distribution, bar design, staff culture, and nightlife trends, with a strong emphasis on hands-on wisdom from industry practitioners. Noteworthy traits include a focus on bartender welfare, sustainable restaurant/bar design, and the human side of running high-volume venues, making it useful for operators, brand teams, and prospective guests seeking real-world lessons from veteran insiders.

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1. Michael Paladini
2. Danny Polise
3. Rakshay Dhariwal
4. Drew Schenck
5. Eric van Beek
6. Sven Almenning
7. Tobin Ellis
8. Andrew Merinoff

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