Podcast Episodes

Techniques: Acid Adjusting

Season 1 Episode 23

The importance of technique is one of the major foundations of Cocktail College. So, in today’s episode, we’re going to focus on one aspect of bartending that’s grown in prominence and gained a lot o…

Published on 3 years, 9 months ago

The Pornstar Martini

Season 1 Episode 22

The Pornstar Martini seems custom designed to grab our attention, with its gaudy name, striking appearance, and dessert-inspired ingredients. And this drink is deserving of our attention — especially…

Published on 3 years, 9 months ago

The Piña Colada

Season 1 Episode 21

Rum blends, juicing pineapples, late 70’s pop music, and a special little something called “coco biz” — these are all on the menu in this week’s episode, which focuses on the Piña Colada. Leading our…

Published on 3 years, 10 months ago

The Long Island Iced Tea

Season 1 Episode 20

Traditional Long Island Iced Teas break all the rules that have since defined the craft cocktail

movement. But that doesn’t mean that — when made to more exacting standards — we should

discount its mer…

Published on 3 years, 10 months ago

The Paloma

Season 1 Episode 19

Among the world’s most refreshing and flavorful two-ingredient highballs, the Paloma is a simple composition that combines just tequila and grapefruit soda. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be treated …

Published on 3 years, 10 months ago

The Sidecar

Season 1 Episode 18

In today’s episode, we sit down with Joaquín Simó of New York’s Pouring Ribbons for a special Cognac tasting, all with the aim of exploring how bartenders select ingredients for specific cocktails an…

Published on 3 years, 10 months ago

The Pisco Sour

Season 1 Episode 17

The Pisco Sour offers a velvet, refreshing intro to the stunningly complex world of Pisco. Lynnette Marrero leads us on an exploration of both spirit and drink in today’s episode, and shares her tips…

Published on 3 years, 10 months ago

The French 75

Season 1 Episode 16

Cocktail College returns with a bang this week, as we explore the Champagne-spiked, artillery-inspired French 75. Cognac expert Ms. Franky Marshall is on hand to share expert advice on navigating the…

Published on 3 years, 11 months ago

The Margarita

Season 1 Episode 15

In this week’s episode, Tim digs deep into the Margarita with award-winning bartender and podcast host, Erick Castro. Prepare to learn all about Erick’s favorite Margarita riffs, why he thinks fresh …

Published on 4 years ago

The Bamboo

Season 1 Episode 14

For a century old cocktail, many aspects of The Bamboo make it a decidedly on-trend drink in today’s landscape. The Bamboo eschews a base spirit in favor of industry darling sherry, which also allows…

Published on 4 years ago