The Cocktail Academy

By Damian Cole

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Introducing "The Cocktail Academy" with your host Damian Cole, a seasoned veteran of the hospitality industry. Join Damian and his expert guests on a spirited journey through the world of cocktails, spirits, and all things booze-related.

Whether you're a home cocktail enthusiast or aspiring bartender, this podcast is your go-to source for practical tips and insider knowledge, served straight up with no nonsense. From mastering classic cocktail recipes to exploring the latest trends in mixology, "The Cocktail Academy" has everything you need to shake, stir, and sip like a pro. Tune in for candid conversations, industry insights, and plenty of laughs along the way.


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Episode Date
Bourbon, Brand Advocacy & Hospitality Careers with Benji Purslow
Jun 11, 2026
Inside Sip & Guzzle with Steve Schneider
May 21, 2026
The Cocktail Apps Bartenders Actually Use
May 06, 2026
Julie Reiner: Hospitality, Mentorship and the Noise of Modern Bartending
Apr 29, 2026
Inside Casements: Building a Modern Irish Bar in San Francisco
Apr 22, 2026
Inside Scarfes Bar: Building a World-Class Cocktail Menu with Andy Loudon and Kris Bazys
Apr 15, 2026
Tiny Cocktails, Big Ideas with Tyler Zielinski
Mar 11, 2026
Lindsey Johnson on Trust, Care & the Real ROI of Bartender Education
Feb 12, 2026
Martinis, Standards, and Great Hospitality with Declan McGurk
Feb 04, 2026
Saeed “Hawk” House on Bartending, Cocktail Content Creation & Making Drinks Fun Again
Nov 20, 2025
Sother Teague (Amor y Amargo): Bitterness, Balance & the Beauty of Saying No
Nov 06, 2025
Kiki Lounge: Building a Tropical Bar on a Not-So-Tropical Island
Oct 22, 2025
Emma Janzen: Translating Bartender Brilliance into the Written Word
Oct 01, 2025
Lost Irish: The Tim Herlihy Interview
Sep 24, 2025
How to Taste with Mandy Naglich: Unlocking Flavor, Aroma & becoming a better taster
Sep 17, 2025
The Whiskey Bible with Noah Rothbaum
Sep 10, 2025
David Wondrich: From Imbibe! to the Oxford Companion and beyond.
Aug 27, 2025
From Pastor to Cocktail Creator: Jordan Hughes, the High-Proof Preacher
Aug 19, 2025
Live from Bourbon Street: The Irish House at Tales 2025
Aug 12, 2025
Toby Maloney: The Craft, Chaos & Calm of The Violet Hour
Aug 06, 2025
My Tales of the Cocktail Debrief : Frozen Irish Coffees, Light-Up Ice Cubes and Amazing People
Jul 29, 2025
Behind the Book, The Cocktail Balance 2.0 with Stanislav Harcinik
Jul 15, 2025
Preston Lee: Hospitality That Sticks
Jul 08, 2025
The Carbonation Episode: How Two Bartenders Bottled a Movement
Jul 01, 2025
Jeff Morgenthaler: Cocktails, Calculators & Cutting the BS
Jun 24, 2025
Flavour First: A New Way to Taste with Reece Sims of Flavor Camp
Jun 17, 2025
From Finance to Fernet: Kara Newman’s Journey in Spirits Journalism
Jun 11, 2025
Not Barspoon TV: Real Talk from the Service Trenches with Marco Ortiz
Jun 04, 2025
What It Really Takes to Win World Class: Keegan McGregor Breaks It Down
May 28, 2025
The Educated Barfly: Why Technique, Not Trends, Builds Better Bars
May 20, 2025
Jawbox & the Belfast Cut: Gerry White’s Blueprint for Great Bars
May 13, 2025
Erick Castro - Bartender at Large
May 06, 2025
Sugar, Neon & Mistakes: Educating Your Palate Through the Worst Cocktails Ever
Apr 29, 2025
Spritz Season: How the Spritz Took Over the World
Apr 22, 2025
Potatoes, Passion & Peated Whiskey: The Muff Liquor Story
Apr 14, 2025
Jillian Vose on Crafting Cocktails and Creating Outwalker Irish Whiskey
Apr 07, 2025
Inside El Gallo Altanero with Freddy Andreasson
Mar 31, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Cocktail Garnishes: Tips for Flavor, Aroma & Presentation
Mar 11, 2025
Shaken or Stirred? When to Use Each Technique Like a Pro
Mar 04, 2025
Cocktail Bitters 101: The Secret Ingredient Every Bartender Needs
Feb 25, 2025
The Ultimate Margarita Guide: History, Myths & Best Recipes
Feb 18, 2025
Coffee & Cocktails – The Craft of Coffee Cocktails
Feb 11, 2025
Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr. Lyan) Breaking the Rules of Bartending
Feb 04, 2025
Essential Cocktail Books You Need in Your Library
Jan 28, 2025
Cachaça Uncovered: A Deep Dive with Raf Agapito
Jan 21, 2025
2025 Drink Trends: What’s Shaking in the Cocktail World
Jan 14, 2025
Sleighing the Season: Easy and Festive Christmas Cocktails for Everyone
Dec 10, 2024
The Creamy, Boozy World of Eggnog 🍹🎄
Dec 03, 2024
World Class Bartending: Emily Doherty’s Story of Passion, Persistence, and Innovation
Nov 26, 2024
The Rise of Savory Cocktails: Pushing the Flavor Boundaries
Nov 19, 2024
Unpacking "The Bartender's Pantry" with Jim Meehan
Nov 12, 2024
Building the Bar Industry: Lessons in Hospitality with Sean Finter
Nov 05, 2024
The Agave Experience: Unfiltered Insights with Lucas Assis
Oct 29, 2024
Squeeze the Day: Mastering Citrus in Cocktails
Oct 21, 2024
020: Chilling with Camper: The art of Clear Ice.
Oct 14, 2024
019: Behind the Bar with Kaitlyn Stewart: Crafting Likeable Cocktails for Everyone
Oct 07, 2024
018: Ice Cold Genius: Mr Panda's Revolutionary Freezing Methods
Sep 30, 2024
017: Exploring Vermouth: Mark Ward’s Journey from Bartender to Brand Founder
Sep 23, 2024
016: Reviving Poitín: Dave Mulligan’s Mission to Modernise Ireland’s Native Spirit
Sep 16, 2024
015: How Chris Leavitt Built Not Just a Bartender: Cocktail Content Creation Secrets
Sep 09, 2024
014: The Indie Bartender: Danil Nevsky’s Wild Ride in the Global Cocktail Scene
Sep 02, 2024
013: Exploring the Bramble: From Dick Bradsell’s Original to Modern Twists
Aug 26, 2024
012: The Evolution of Irish Whiskey: Insights from Barry Chandler, Founder of Stories & Sips
Aug 19, 2024
011: Equal Measure Cocktails: The Secret to Easy, Balanced Mixology
Aug 12, 2024
010: Shaking Up the Industry with Lynnette Marrero
Aug 05, 2024
009: Mastering Tequila with Julio Bermejo
Jul 29, 2024
008: Mastering Syrups for Cocktails: A Guide to Creating Simple, Rich, and Flavored Syrups
Jul 22, 2024
007: King Cocktail: A Conversation with Dale DeGroff
Jul 15, 2024
006: The Art of Batching Cocktails: Tips, Techniques, and Recipes for Effortless Entertaining
Jul 08, 2024
005: From Belfast to the Big Apple: Jack McGarry's Journey to Crafting the World's Best Cocktails at The Dead Rabbit
Jul 01, 2024
004 Home Bar Essentials: The Ultimate Guide to Must-Have Booze for Perfect Cocktails
Jun 24, 2024
002: Essential Bar Tools for Home Bartenders: Your Ultimate Guide to Crafting Perfect Cocktails
Jun 17, 2024
003: Inside McConnell’s Distillery: Crafting Premium Irish Whiskey with Graeme Miller
Jun 17, 2024
001: From Belfast to The Dead Rabbit: Sean Muldoon's Cocktail Journey and Award-Winning mentality
Jun 17, 2024