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Hosts Damon Boelte, Sother Teague, and Greg Benson sit down to talk cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, tea, coffee, and all the other exciting liquids in the universe. With each episode, learn from some of the world’s experts in mixology, bar history, distillation, and brewing. Bringing on guests ranging from bartenders and brewers, alchemists and ambassadors, roasters and regulars, and every expert ... more

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Sotol is not an agave product, but it often gets marketed that way to consumers, posing a conundrum for the folks that make it. Aaron Dujovne, Co-Founder of Casa Lotos Sotol sits down with Greg and Sother to talk about differentiating his product fro... more

At the end of an alleyway, behind a burrito shop, on a relatively unassuming street in Long Beach is one of the newest Tokyo style speakeasies outside of Japan. Kevin Lee, lead bartender of Tokyo Noir sits down with Greg and Sother to talk about the ... more

A Natural History Museum-themed cocktail bar is coming to Bushwick and Greg couldn’t be more thrilled. Misha Chavez and Bobbi Adler join the show to talk about their new concept, discuss the “permanent exhibits” that will adorn their menu, (as well a... more

Where do you go for arguably the best pint of Budweiser in America? Why, Wilmington, North Carolina of course, where Robby Dow, formerly of Grand Army in Brooklyn, has opened his new place Bespoke which has been called, on this show, a perfect bar. H... more

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Recent Guests

Aaron Dujovne
Co-founder of Casa Lotos Sotol; mind behind its research, production and sales
Casa Lotos Sotol
Episode: A Sotol Difference with Aaron Dujovne
Kevin Lee
Lead bartender of Tokyo Noir, a Japanese Speakeasy bar in Long Beach, California
Tokyo Noir
Episode: Long Beach's Secret Japanese Speakeasy with Kevin Lee
Misha Chavez
Owner and lead bartender of The Museum (Bushwick concept)
The Museum
Episode: Night at The Museum with Misha Chavez & Bobbi Adler
Bobbi Adler
Co-owner and lead bartender of The Museum
The Museum
Episode: Night at The Museum with Misha Chavez & Bobbi Adler
Robby Dow
Former beverage director at Grand Army; owner and beverage director of Bespoke in Wilmington, North Carolina
Bespoke NC
Episode: Who Pulls a Better Budweiser Than Me? with Robby Dow
Anthony Moniello
Founder of Bear Fight Whiskey; CEO of Next Century Spirits
Next Century Spirits
Episode: You Can Take the Guy Out of the Bear Suit but You Can't Take the Bear Out of the Suits Guy with Anthony Moniello & Gabriel Macht
Gabriel Macht
Bear Fight creative partner; actor known for Suits
Bear Fight
Episode: You Can Take the Guy Out of the Bear Suit but You Can't Take the Bear Out of the Suits Guy with Anthony Moniello & Gabriel Macht
Claire Paparazzo
Former wine director at Blue Hill Stone Barns and Dirty French; current wine program lead at Sunday Hospitality Group (Chelsea Hotel)
Sunday Hospitality Group, Chelsea Hotel
Episode: Dine Fine with Funked Up Wine with Claire Paparazzo
Patrick Shanahan
Co-owner and designer of Rosebud Cocktail Lounge
Rosebud Cocktail Lounge
Episode: You'll Never Find a More Pleasant Hive of Vibes and Hospitality with Patrick Shanahan

Hosts

Sother Teague
Co-host of the show, known for his personality and interactions with guests, bringing humor and a wealth of knowledge to discussions on cocktails and spirits.
Greg Benson
Co-host who offers insights into the world of cocktails and spirits, engaging listeners through lively dialogue and interviews with notable guests.
Damon Boelte
Co-host and head bartender, providing a strong industry perspective with extensive experience in cocktail crafting and hospitality.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 254 ratings
  • Otherwise great

    The theme song makes me want to kill my family. I eventually set my player (Overcast) to skip the intro and outro so that I don’t have to hear it a anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ktslcut
    United States2 years ago
  • Poor Mic Quality

    Sother and Greg! Please invest in some quality microphones and recording/podcasting equipment. I started listening to the show many years ago but you guys have not evolved technically with the rest of the podcast world. Content is great but it’s painful to listen to such horrible audio quality. Greg especially- it sounds like you’re calling in from a pay phone inside a very large hollow room. I understand you stopped recording in person from Roberta’s when the pandemic hit, but that was four yea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Catertot
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this show!

    Insightful, informative, and engaging! I recently discovered The Speakeasy and have already learned a ton. I can’t believe this content is free!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maria Velasco 1
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent show!

    Have really enjoyed the stories and learning! #I❤️SE! JDShult

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JDShultz
    United States5 years ago
  • I love this show

    It’s so fun to hear bartenders I’ve been a fan of chat. Haven’t tried the mountain Suze yet— weirdly, I can’t find Mountain Dew easily here in boston either?? And I just didn’t try as hard— but I did end up dusting off the Suze bottle at the back of my shelf & remembering how good it is on its own! Honestly this podcast gives me way too many ideas about what to try. #I❤️SE

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    megatheorem
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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There are critiques regarding audio quality in some recent episodes, indicating a need for improved technical aspects of production.
Listeners rave about the engaging hosts and their ability to create lively discussions that are both educational and entertaining.
Many praise the diversity of guests, which enriches the content and provides multiple perspectives on cocktail culture.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Long Beach's Secret Japanese Speakeasy with Kevin Lee
Q: What do you think about the Attaboy unionization decision?
The guests acknowledge that unions don't map neatly onto small, Attaboy-sized venues and suggest a bespoke approach or tailored contracts, while recognizing the potential for a positive, collaborative model.
A Sotol Difference with Aaron Dujovne
Q: And I want to dig into this whole Sotol versus Agave thing, because Sotol for our listeners, it's not an Agave product. It actually comes from the desert spoon plant. So what balance are you striking educating the consumer between informing them about your product and riding the Agave wave a little bit?
Aaron explains that Sotol's uniqueness comes from its desert-spoon origins and terroir. They emphasize correct naming (not an Agave product) while leveraging the growing interest in agave spirits to educate consumers about Sotol's distinct plant, terroirs, and production methods, aiming for longer-term recognition rather than quick branding shifts.
Night at The Museum with Misha Chavez & Bobbi Adler
Q: What inspired the museum-themed bar concept and how do you translate natural history into cocktails?
The concept stems from a love of Natural History Museums and a belief that bars can educate and unite people through curious, nature-inspired drinks that are presented with theatricality but maintain strong flavor and balance.
Who Pulls a Better Budweiser Than Me? with Robby Dow
Q: What have you learned about training the next generation of bartenders and baristas to work together?
Hire people who value guest interaction, train them to execute timing with multiple drink types, provide hands-on leadership by working beside them, and create a culture that prioritizes efficiency without sacrificing hospitality.
Who Pulls a Better Budweiser Than Me? with Robby Dow
Q: Why is Budweiser on tap such a central symbol for Bespoke, and how does it fit with the Amaro-forward menu?
Budweiser on tap represents a bridge between high and low culture, acknowledging regional beer traditions while offering a sophisticated, bitter-forward Amaro-driven cocktail program; the system emphasizes temperature, service speed, and the sensory contrast of a frozen, crystalline Budweiser experience.

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A vibrant mix of cocktail culture, spirits, and the art of drinking defines the engaging conversations throughout this show. Notable for its guest diversity, which includes bartenders, brand ambassadors, and industry innovators, the discussions explore everything from cocktail recipes and distillation techniques to the personal narratives of professionals who shape the beverage landscape. Episodes are infused with humor, insights into the industry, and spirited debates that make the show both educational and entertaining for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Unique formats, such as interviews conducted in pint-sized bars or under unusual circumstances, set it apart from more generic lifestyle podcasts.

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Recent guests on The Speakeasy include:

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3. Misha Chavez
4. Bobbi Adler
5. Robby Dow
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7. Gabriel Macht
8. Claire Paparazzo

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