A Bar Above Podcast

A Bar Above Podcast


Latest Episodes

86-Dinner Parties, Smoked Cocktails and Frustrating Bartenders - it’s another Listener Questions Episode!
November 09, 2016

https://www.abarabove.com/podcast/listener-questions/ Preparing for a dinner party, smoked cocktails and struggling with bad service.

85- Attracting Great Staff: How to find good people in a tight labor market
October 26, 2016

http://www.mixologytalk.com/85   In many markets, the demand for great staff far exceeds supply. How can you compete in a tight market?

84 - Avoiding & Treating Bartender Injuries: An Interview with Physical Therapist Dr. Karena Wu
October 12, 2016

http://www.mixologytalk.com/84 We’ve talked about the occupational hazards of bartending before - but today we’re talking with an expert!

83 - The Art of the Upsell
September 28, 2016

https://www.abarabove.com/podcast/art-of-the-upsell Is “upselling” so bad? Here are some ideas for “upselling” in a way that’s authentic and great for the customer - and your wallet.

82 - It’s Pumpkin Spice Time: Ideas for Putting Pumpkin on the Menu
September 14, 2016

http://www.mixologytalk.com/82 Fall is coming - here are some ideas for incorporating pumpkin in your autumn menu.

81-Starting from Scratch, New Mexico Cocktails and Cigar Pairings with Greg Mays from Simple Cocktails
August 31, 2016

http://www.mixologytalk.com/81 This week we have a guest on the podcast: Greg Mays from the Simple Cocktails Podcast. Listen in!

80- 8 Lessons from Aviary Chicago
August 17, 2016

http://www.mixologytalk.com/80   A few great takeaways from our visit to the Aviary bar in Chicago

79-Champagne, Banquets and Syrups: Time for more Listener Questions
August 03, 2016

http://www.mixologytalk.com/79 Sparkling wine, a party for a hundred and disappointing herbal syrups – it’s another listener questions episode on the podcast!

78 - Mixologist vs. Bartender: What’s the difference?
July 20, 2016

https://www.abarabove.com/recipe/afternoon-in-the-park/ Where did the word “mixologist” come from, and why does it have such a bad rap?

77 - Bar Shortages: Surviving without Product
July 06, 2016

http://www.abarabove.com/Dealing-with-bar-Shortages Your supplier says you can’t get product – what do you do? Here’s how to survive when there’s a shortage (or crazy price hike) for product you use behind the bar.