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Hosts Jonathan and Jeffrey Pogash talk food, drink, entertainment and all things delicious, luxurious, and fun on The Cocktail Guru Podcast.

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    • 4.9 • 11 Ratings

Hosts Jonathan and Jeffrey Pogash talk food, drink, entertainment and all things delicious, luxurious, and fun on The Cocktail Guru Podcast.

    The Guilded Bartender with Livio Lauro (TCGP S3 E12)

    The Guilded Bartender with Livio Lauro (TCGP S3 E12)

    On this edition of THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST, live from Libertine Social at Mandalay Bay on the Las Vegas Strip, Jonathan Pogash talks organizing bartenders—no, it's not like herding cats—bar designing, beverage engineering, and more with Livio Lauro, the living hospitality legend responsible for reviving and expanding the United States Bartenders' Guild, designing the EuroBar Station, and authoring or co-authoring several celebrated cocktail books. Plus Jeffrey Pogash dives deep into the Mai Tai on this episode's Cocktail Commentary, brought to you by Monin Gourmet Flavored Syrups, while Jonathan whips up a Whiskey Sour featuring Glenmorangie Highland Single Malt
    Scotch Whisky during our Tipple Time segment.

     

    THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST is produced by 1st Reel Entertainment and distributed by EatsDrinksTV, a service of the Center for Culinary Culture—Home of The Cocktail Collection, and is available wherever fine podcasts can be heard. The Center for Culinary Culture—Telling the Story of Food & Drink…One Taste at a Time.


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    • 36 min
    Green's Finest Meets the Wiz with Duane Fernandez & Pamela Wiznitzer(TCGP S3 E11)

    Green's Finest Meets the Wiz with Duane Fernandez & Pamela Wiznitzer(TCGP S3 E11)

    On this edition of THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST, live from The Vault, the ultra-exclusive bar inside the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, host Jonathan Pogash talks bartending, chasing challenges, and embracing opportunities—plus a fair bit of whiskey wonkery—with Duane Fernandez Jr. and Pamela "The Wiz" Wiznitzer, two leading hospitality professionals who personify the episode's themes. All brought to you by Emilio Lustau, The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley, and Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, as featured in our Cocktail Commentaries and Tipple Time segments.

    THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST is produced by 1st Reel Entertainment and distributed by EatsDrinksTV, a service of the Center for Culinary Culture—Home of The Cocktail Collection, and is available wherever fine podcasts can be heard.




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    • 34 min
    The BarSomm Meets the Moscow Mule with Rachel Kling (TCGP S3 E10)

    The BarSomm Meets the Moscow Mule with Rachel Kling (TCGP S3 E10)

    Join Jonathan Pogash, the Cocktail Guru, and his father Jeffrey as they delve into the fascinating history of Smirnoff vodka and the iconic Moscow Mule in this episode of the Cocktail Guru Podcast. Special guest Rachel Kling from Diageo discusses the educational programming and partnership with the US Bartenders Guild. Discover the evolution of vodka in the US, the marketing genius behind Smirnoff, and the creation of the Moscow Mule. Learn about the Diageo Bar Academy, the World Class bartending competition, and the impact of Diageo's support during the pandemic. Plus, get insights into the use of copper mugs in cocktails and a special offer from Moscow Copper. Cheers to cocktail history and innovation!

    Don't miss out on this engaging episode filled with cocktail history, industry insights, and educational initiatives in the world of spirits and mixology. Subscribe to the Cocktail Guru Podcast for more entertaining and informative episodes with leading experts in the hospitality industry. Cheers!





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    • 38 min
    Tequila Thespian with Joe Mantegna (TCGP S3 E9)

    Tequila Thespian with Joe Mantegna (TCGP S3 E9)

    On this episode of THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST, host Jonathan Pogash talks film, television, and tequila with acting great Joe Mantegna, co-owner of Señor Rio, a very special agave spirit born of business, love, and shared passion—and created by fellow guest Debbie Medina—in the Mexican state of Jalisco. We will also speak with Paul Imbesi about his roll at Barritt's Ginger Beer. All brought to you by Monin Gourmet Flavored Syrups, Mozart Chocolate Liqueur, and Señor Rio and Tequila Barritt's Ginger Beer.

    THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST is produced by 1st Reel Entertainment and distributed by EatsDrinksTV, a service of the Center for Culinary Culture—Home of The Cocktail Collection, and is available wherever fine podcasts can be heard. The Center for Culinary Culture—Telling the Story of Food & Drink…One Taste at a Time.




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    • 38 min
    Chefwise with Shari Bayer (TCGP S3 E8)

    Chefwise with Shari Bayer (TCGP S3 E8)

    On this episode of THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST, hosts Jonathan & Jeffrey Pogash go behind-the-scenes at some of the world's legendary restaurants and bars with intrepid foodie and world traveler Shari Bayer, founder of Bayer Public Relations, host and producer of All in the Industry, and author of Chefwise: Life Lessons from Leading Chefs Around the World. All brought to you by Cierto Tequila and The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley.

    THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST is produced by 1st Reel Entertainment and distributed by EatsDrinksTV, a service of the Center for Culinary Culture—Home of The Cocktail Collection, and is available wherever fine podcasts can be heard. The Center for Culinary Culture




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    • 36 min
    The Miracle Worker with Luis Lopez (S3 E7)

    The Miracle Worker with Luis Lopez (S3 E7)

    On this episode of THE COCKTAIL GURU PODCAST, hosts Jonathan & Jeffrey Pogash talk cocktails, spirits—including, of course, agave spirits!—and a whole lot more with Milagro Tequila Ambassador Luis Lopez, a literal "miracle-working" Los Angeles native and West Hollywood resident who's long drawn upon his deep Guatemalan roots for mixological inspiration. All brought to you by Emilio Lustau and Milagro Tequila.




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    • 32 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

BlackJackBauer ,

A great listen!

One of the best beverage industry related podcasts out there. Not only does Jonathan have a top-notch group of ‘Gurus’ helping him lead the way at events across the country, his father and he have the very best guests and a real comfortable space for real conversation.

Give it a listen!

Lifelong learner! ,

Informative and entertaining!

I love the positive energy that Jon and Jeff Pogash emote. Their podcast conversations are always informative and entertaining - a real treat to listen to!

drinkinglikekitty ,

Dynamic duo!

Love this podcast! It’s always a fun listen with this dynamic father & son duo, who are a wealth of knowledge about drinks history & the industry in general - complete with witty banter!

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