Drinks At Work with Sam Bygrave

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The world of drinks is a big one. Drinks At Work talks to those who have built — or are building — rewarding and creative careers in the drinks industry, from bar owners to spirits marketers, brand ambassadors, distillers, writers and more. Hosted by Sam Bygrave and produced by Boothby Media.

  1. Hotel bars (and what indie bars can pick up) with Alex Happy Gilmour & Ross Blainey

    JUL 30

    Hotel bars (and what indie bars can pick up) with Alex Happy Gilmour & Ross Blainey

    Hey bartendery types! On this episode of Drinks At Work, Sam Bygrave speaks to Alex Gilmour & Ross Blainey about the nuances of hotel bars, focusing on their unique characteristics, the importance of local flavors, and the challenges faced in the hospitality industry. The speakers share their experiences and insights on creating memorable bar experiences, the role of customer service, and the differences between hotel bars and indie bars. They also discuss the expectations of luxury clientele and how to navigate entitlement in high-end settings.

    32 min
  2. Sean Baxter on the fight for attention; plus, what bars can learn from Never Never's brand refresh

    JUL 9

    Sean Baxter on the fight for attention; plus, what bars can learn from Never Never's brand refresh

    Hey bartendery types! On this episode of Drinks At Work, Sam Bygrave speaks to Sean Baxter, to discuss recent developments at Never Never Distilling Co., including a brand refresh, the upcoming Never Never Cocktail Competition, and the impact of being acquired by Asahi. He shares insights on navigating the spirits market, the importance of label design, and the role of bartenders in creating memorable experiences. Sean also highlights the innovative spirit of head distiller Tim Boast and offers advice for bars facing current market challenges. Learn more about the Step Into The Never Never bartender challenge here.

    39 min
  3. How to own and run bars you want to spend time in

    JUL 3

    How to own and run bars you want to spend time in

    Hey bartendery types! On this episode of Drinks At Work, Sam Bygrave speaks to Charlie Lehmann & Sebastian Soto about their approach to owning and running venues — an approach we think makes for great hospitality — which took place live at the Better Bars Summit during Bartenders' Weekender last month in Brisbane.

    22 min
  4. “Arrogance will never make a great bar,” says The Connaught’s Giorgio Bargiani

    JUN 25

    “Arrogance will never make a great bar,” says The Connaught’s Giorgio Bargiani

    Hey bartendery types! On this episode of Drinks At Work, Sam Bygrave speaks to Giorgio Bargiani about the Martini, The Connaught, Grey Goose Altius, and what makes a great bar.

    29 min

  5. JUN 12

    How Kayla Saito and Yao Wong developed popup menus abroad

    Hey bartendery types! On this episode of Drinks At Work, Sam Bygrave speaks to Kayla Saito and Yao Wong about what it taks to put on guest shifts in foreign lands, working only with the ingredients you find when you're there.

    39 min
  6. “Opening a bar is about overcoming challenges,” says George Curtis

    MAY 14

    “Opening a bar is about overcoming challenges,” says George Curtis

    Hey bartendery types! On this episode of Drinks At Work, Sam Bygrave speaks to George Curtis about what it takes to open not one but two Brisbane bars, why food is so important in the industry right now, about Bartenders' Weekender, and loads more.

    28 min
  7. What makes the Brisbane bar scene different with Jacob Cohen and Charlie Hunter

    MAY 7

    What makes the Brisbane bar scene different with Jacob Cohen and Charlie Hunter

    Hey bartendery types! On this episode of Drinks At Work, Sam Bygrave speaks to two Brisbane bartenders — Charlie Hunter and Jacob Cohen — about what makes that scene tick, about Bartenders' Weekender, and loads more.

    21 min
  8. Must-visit iconic bars (where the drinks may or may not be good), with Sebastian Cosmo Soto

    APR 24

    Must-visit iconic bars (where the drinks may or may not be good), with Sebastian Cosmo Soto

    Hey bartendery types! On this episode of Drinks At Work, we're doing things a little differently. Host Sam Bygrave is joined by Sebastian Cosmo Soto to unpack the last few weeks in bars in Australia, talking about the Maybe Cocktail Festival, the benefit of takeovers, Sorry Not Sorry, and new wine and cocktail joint, Bar Demo, before putting together a list of iconic bars you must visit — whether or not they make good drinks today.

    57 min
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The world of drinks is a big one. Drinks At Work talks to those who have built — or are building — rewarding and creative careers in the drinks industry, from bar owners to spirits marketers, brand ambassadors, distillers, writers and more. Hosted by Sam Bygrave and produced by Boothby Media.

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