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Yael Stormborn
Yael Stormborn is a force to be reckoned with in the world of mixology. Recently named the brand ambassador for the emerging coconut water brand, Strange Water, Yael’s creative flair and dedication have made her a standout in the cocktail industry. With numerous accolades, including winning the national Speed Rack Championship and being featured in […] More
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Exclusive Interview with Marian Beke
In the constantly shifting world of mixology, Marian Beke’s influence stands firm. Once at the helm of The Gibson, a renowned London establishment, he now brings his expertise to Berlin’s burgeoning bar scene with the BellBoy Group. We caught up with Marian to discuss the transitions since our last interview in 2017. Q: Marian, since […] More
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Mastering the Art of Coffee Cocktails
Rasty Kasar, one of Slovakia’s most successful figures in the international bartending scene and a regular contributor to BarMagazine, clinched a coveted victory at the prestigious Taiwan International Coffee Show in the Coffee in Good Spirits category in late November. As a bartender and barista who has worked in top establishments worldwide like the American […] More
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NIKOS BAKOULIS
I interviewed Nikos Bakoulis a few years ago when the Athens bar, The Clumsies, made it to The World’s 50 Best Bars list, sparking discussions about the bar itself and the Greek bar scene worldwide. History repeats itself. Most of us have noticed their latest concept called Line, which has been catching attention since its […] More
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Giacomo Giannotti
He grew up in a family ice cream shop with a fairytale name on the Tuscan coast and today is one of the most successful bartenders in the world. His Barcelona speakeasy bar, Paradiso, visually inspired by Gaudí’s architecture, gathers award after award, and it seems that Italian Giacomo Giannotti still doesn’t run short of […] More
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Benjamín Padrón Novoa
He stands as the pioneer behind Mexico’s first cocktail bar, revolutionizing the country’s bar culture. His Limantour has been among the top fifty bars worldwide for eleven years now. How did someone who spent years as a marketing manager achieve such success, and what advice does he have for young bartenders? We spoke with the […] More
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Ian McPherson
Living in Edinburgh, where he owns three bars, one of which is considered among the best in the world. He became famous for his innovative approach to the craft of bartending, developing techniques like switching and sub-zero, all stemming from his love for ice cream production. Get to know the Scottish bar pioneer as we […] More
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Exploring Peru’s Bar Scene with Louis Flores
Originally from Chimbote, a city in northern Peru, but has been living in the capital city Lima for seventeen years now. Having worked in renowned Peruvian restaurants like Maido, Malabar, and ámaZ, he now manages La Pulpería, specializing in wine and local artisanal products. Here, Louis shares insights into Peru’s bar scene, a yet-to-be-discovered gem […] More