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The Speakeasy

Heritage Radio Network

Award-winning bartenders and co-hosts Sother Teague and Greg Benson sit down to talk cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, tea, coffee, and all the other exciting liquids in the universe. With each episode, learn from some of the world’s experts in mixology, bar history, distillation, and brewing. Bringing on guests ranging from bartenders and brewers, alchemists and ambassadors, roasters and regulars, and every expert and enthusiast in between, The Speakeasy introduces listeners to all the unique ways we enjoy imbibing today.

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  • a few times a week
  • Avg 41 min
  • English

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  • July 24 · 37 min

    Poolcasting at Tales of the Cocktail! - Day 4 with Shawn & Vay from Vandell

    Greg and Sother are back in the pool at Tales of the Cocktail 2026! On Day Four they’re joined by Shawn Lickliter and Vay Su, the owners of Vandell in Los Angeles which is up for best new cocktail bar at this year’s Spirited Awards. They discuss what makes Los Angeles different from New York City, their approach to inventing drinks (and when you cease tweaking a classic and start inventing something new) and what the incredible success of their bar has meant to them and their team. Then everyone gets a poolside spritz delivery, courtesy of Luxardo. PLUS Charlotte returns to talk about her career in the industry, going from bartender to brand rep to her current position at Tales, and what she’s looking forward to in the hospitality industry. Follow Shawn at @shawninverta Follow Vay at @bearandstone Follow Vandell at @vandell.losangeles Follow Luxardo at @luxardousa LINKS Become a Regular: patreon.com/SpeakeasyRegulars For resources on dealing with cold hard water agents in your community visit nouswithoutyou.la/ and @thenycalliance The Speakeasy is now on YouTube! Tune in to “see” what we’re talking about at youtube.com/@Speakeasy.Podcast Learn more about Luxardo at luxardousa.com Check out Quiote Imports at quioteimports.com and use promo code “Speakeasy” to get free shipping at checkout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • July 23 · 34 min

    Poolcasting at Tales of the Cocktail! - Day 3 with Kate Gerwin

    Greg and Sother are back in the pool at Tales of the Cocktail 2026! On Day Three they tough out tropical storm Bertha with Kate Gerwin, the owner of Albuqurque’s Happy Accidents and a Top Four Finalist for Best US Bar Mentor. Kate walks through her philosophy of bar mentorship, how her feelings on being a mentor have evolved over the years, and what it’s like to go from bartender to bar owner. Plus, she teases her new concept Bad Apple over some delicious apple brandy from Laird’s PLUS, Charlotte Voisey joins Greg and Sother to talk about the good work Tales of the Cocktail Foundation does behind the scenes. Follow Kate at @alchemistkate Follow Happy Accidents at @happyaccidentsbar Follow Laird’s at @lairdsapplejack LINKS Become a Regular: patreon.com/SpeakeasyRegulars For resources on dealing with cold hard water agents in your community visit nouswithoutyou.la/ and @thenycalliance The Speakeasy is now on YouTube! Tune in to “see” what we’re talking about at youtube.com/@Speakeasy.Podcast Learn more about Laird’s at lairdandcompany.com Check out Quiote Imports at quioteimports.com and use promo code “Speakeasy” to get free shipping at checkout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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