logo
episode-header-image
May 2019
51m 12s

Episode 333: Teaching is Learning

HERITAGE RADIO NETWORK
About this episode

Steve Olson!!!! @Akawinegeek

Today’s guest has been helping to shape the beverage industry for over 40 years. Getting his start in restaurants, he’s gone on to be a writer, consultant, educator, and lecturer, and is particularly known for his pioneering work with Sherry, Spanish and Greek wine, Sake, Gin, and Agave spirits. He’s opened nearly 50 restaurants and bars to date, including Gramercy Tavern in New York City, and was honored as “Best Bar Mentor” at the Tales of the Cocktail @tales_of_the_cocktail Spirited Awards in 2012. In addition to continuing to serve as founding partner in Beverage Alcohol Resource, an independent organization whose mission is to educate, guide, and propagate the healthy, enlightened, and responsible use of beverage alcohol products. His newest role is Global Mezcal Advocate / aka maguey geek / co-operating partner in Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal @delmagueymezcal .

🔥🔥Join us each week as industry leaders, Damon Boelte and Sother Teague, sit down with a wide range of hospitality and spirits experts from around the world to discuss everything that impacts our business.

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:
Damon Boelte @DamonBoelte
Sother Teague @CreativeDrunk
Speakeasy Podcast @SpeakeasyPodcast

FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:
Sother Teague @CreativeDrunk
SpeakeasyRadio @SpeakeasyRadio

The Speakeasy is powered by Simplecast.

Up next
Aug 8
Aguardiente Al Dente
Is the world ready for a mesquite-smoked Aguardiente? John Campbell sure seems to think so, which is why he’s bringing his Warbringer Aguardiente to a face near you! John sits down with the band to discuss his time as a distiller for Laphroaig, building a mesquite-smoked whiskey ... Show More
56m 43s
Aug 1
Mezcocktail Mezcollege
Are we loving mezcal to death? That’s just one of the questions Tim McKirdy set out to answer when he began working on a mezcal docuseries for his ongoing podcast Cocktail College. Airing now after two years in the making, Tim sits down with Greg and Sother to discuss his trip to ... Show More
1h 2m
Jul 31
Boomerang! with Amir Babayoff
In our final Boomerang! from Tales of the Cocktail Greg and Phil sit down with Amir Babayoff, beverage director at Ophelia in NYC. The conversation takes a number of twists and turns around well-crafted martinis about the creative process, the chaos that is New Orleans in July an ... Show More
35m 38s
Recommended Episodes
May 8
Mexican Drinking Traditions w Alan Ruesga-Pelayo | Bartender at Large ep 445
Join us for an inspiring chat with Alan Ruesga-Pelayo, former North American Brand Ambassador for Tequila Cazadores, as he shares why he believes that tequila is more than just a drink—it’s a celebration of Mexico’s rich history and culture. He believes that a great drink becomes ... Show More
29m 10s
Mar 2025
Talking Tequila w the founder of Lalo | Bartender at Large ep 438
Join us for an exclusive interview with Lalo González, the visionary third-generation tequila maker and co-founder of Lalo Tequila. Discover the rich heritage and passion behind each bottle as Lalo shares his family's secrets and dedication to quality. From the agave fields to th ... Show More
26m 24s
May 2022
Cocktail Entrepreneurship w H. Joseph Ehrmann | ep 298
In this episode of the show, we are joined by bar owner and entrepreneur, H. Joseph Ehrmann of Fresh Victor. He is a longtime veteran of the industry and has done a great job of diversifying his projects, while at the same time taking advantage of trends and staying dynamic. Tune ... Show More
30m 4s
Jul 2024
Mini-Episode: Mob of Mentors w Lauren Mote & Kate Boushel
Join us for this extra special mini-episode with Lauren Mote, Global Director of Advocacy and Education for Patron, and Kate Boushel, 50 Best North America Bartender's bartender, Bar World 100, and Director of Bars & education w Groupe Barroco. Listen in as they share the story b ... Show More
25m 12s
Mar 2020
Dustin Yellin on His Quest to Reimagine Learning in the 21st Century
Since establishing the Pioneer Works nonprofit cultural center in Brooklyn’s Red Hook neighborhood in 2013, artist Dustin Yellin has slowly grown the place into a powerhouse hub at the nexus of art, technology, music, and science (with literature and food sprinkled in). Like the ... Show More
52m 50s
Apr 2023
90s Cocktails w John deBary | Bartender at Large ep 342
Join us as we chat with cocktail expert and author John deBary about his latest book, Saved by the Bellini. From twists on the classic Bellini to other '90s-inspired cocktails, DeBary shares his insights and inspiration behind each creation. Get ready to sip back in time and disc ... Show More
28m 38s
Apr 2025
Celebrating the Margarita w Caroline Pardilla | Bartender at Large ep 445
Join us as Caroline Pardilla, digital content editor for Imbibe magazine, shares the inspiration behind her book Margarita Time: 60+ Tequila & Mezcal Cocktails, Served Up, Over & Blended! From classic margaritas to inventive mezcal creations, Caroline & Erick break down the lore ... Show More
26m 56s
May 29
AAPI Cocktail Week w Kevin Diedrich | Bartender at Large ep 448
This week on Bartender at Large, we’re celebrating AAPI Cocktail Week with special guest Kevin Diedrich, the force behind Pacific Cocktail Haven and Kona’s in San Francisco. We talk about the origins of AAPI Cocktail Week, building community through hospitality, and what it means ... Show More
27m 45s
Sep 2024
The Most Important Tequila of the Century
Once a century, Agave Road Trip goes out looking for the most important Tequila of that era. Now, there are still a solid 75 years let in this century, but I’m going to go out on a limb and say, this early in the game, I’ve identified that Tequila. And the winner is… Agave Road T ... Show More
25m 17s
Jan 2025
Catching Up w Lars Williams of Empirical Spirits | Bartender at Large ep 430
Join us, as we chat with Lars Williams, the innovative mind behind Empirical Spirits, to explore the art and science of distillation. Lars delves into the creative process behind their latest creation, a unique cilantro spirit that pushes the boundaries of flavor. We discuss how ... Show More
22m 38s