Barcode Mixer

In this episode, we sit down with Aistis, the mind behind Panamericano, the speakeasy-style cocktail bar known for showcasing spirits exclusively from across the Americas. Aistis shares his incredible journey from Lithuania to Miami — including the life-changing moment he won a green card lottery that opened the door to a new chapter in the U.S. What started as a leap of faith turned into a career...

In this episode, we sit down with Phil and James, the founders of Aphlora Passion Flower Liqueur, a spirit distilled at Big Cypress Distillery that captures the wild, tropical soul of South Florida. Childhood friends turned business partners, these two South Florida natives share the journey from growing up together to creating something truly original. What started as an idea rooted in curiosity...

In this episode, we sit down with Fernando Plata of Big Cypress Distillery to talk about his journey into the world of distillation, the passion behind craft spirits, and the wide range of products he’s helped create and develop. Fernando shares how he first got introduced to distilling, the challenges and rewards of working in the craft spirits industry, and what makes the Big Cypress approach un...

In this episode, we link up with Kayla for one of the most unconventional interviews we’ve done yet. Recorded while shooting pool, the conversation carries a laid-back, spontaneous energy that mirrors Kayla’s adventurous spirit and lifestyle. Kayla shares her experience traveling across 16 countries in just 6 months, diving into the cultures, people, and unexpected lessons she encountered along th...

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Velazquez from Kaori to talk about his journey behind the bar and the mindset that keeps him grounded in the industry. Alex breaks down his role at Kaori and gives us a peek into the philosophy and creativity behind parts of the cocktail menu. We dive into how he first got into bartending, the importance of authenticity in hospitality, and why staying true to...

In this episode, we sit down with Harry Ortiz, bartender at Sra. Martinez, for a conversation that blends cocktails, cinema, and sound. Harry shares how movies played a huge role in shaping who he is—especially how James Bond influenced not just his taste, but his decision to step behind the bar. From suave on-screen moments to real-life hospitality, we break down how film helped mold his style an...

In this episode, we sit down with Anays Diaz from Spiribam for a full-on deep dive into the world of rhum agricole. What started as a conversation quickly turned into a spirited (pun intended) geek-out as we explored what makes rhum agricole so unique—from its raw material and production methods to its flavor profile and cultural significance. If you’ve ever wondered how rhum agricole differs from...

In this episode we sit down with the very talented Frankie Padilla. Frankie is the General Manager of Bistro 8 (Ohco), a modern Mexican restaurant with a French Bistro feel right in the heart of Little Havana. We talk about what it was like growing up in Miami, the changes we've seen good and not so good, and what appears to be the revival of one of Miami's most historic and beloved neighb...

In this episode we kick off season 2 with Rebecca Quiñonez, the master mind behind Q Consulting Firm. Rebecca shares stories of how she went from humble beginnings to not only owning her own business but thriving in it. We explore both the beauty and the struggle, and the beauty within the struggle, of growing up as a first-generation American. She holds a wealth of information and is eager to sha...

✨ NOW POURING: Build Your Own Lane Our final episode of the 2025 run — before we return in 2026. We close the chapter with Courtney Lane , an industry legend whose story is built, not borrowed. From small-town bar beginnings in Gainesville , Courtney worked her way through South Florida staples like Craft Social Club, Baby Jane, 1306, Wynwood Diner, and Employees Only — each stop shaping the next...

✨ NOW POURING: Stay Gold Recorded right outside our friend Robbie’s mobile bar trailer — with Robbie Ritter and Patricio Garcia currently hosting a cocktail van residency at Hoy Como Ayer . In this episode, we dive into the ecosystem of our industry: • How keeping the dollar within the community sustains all of us 💸🤝 • Supporting each other’s side projects and passions as a shared network • Bui...

🌊 NOW POURING: Let’s Take a Dip A conversation with Mitchel Bauer of Drinkable — dropping just ahead of the final Night Swim of the season on December 15 at the Moxy South Beach . Mitchel wears many hats in our world: part of the team at Sexy Fish Brickell , and a voice for Axia Spirit , the leading Mastiha brand in the U.S., championing one of the world’s oldest spirits 🇬🇷🥃. Ray sits in with hi...

🧁 NOW POURING: Beauty of Second Acts A Thanksgiving-timed conversation with Aurora Fernández , Pastry Chef of Sra. Martinez in Coral Gables. We slow things down for this one and dive into a story shaped by courage, purpose, and reinvention: • How her passion first led her into hospitality management & governmental work supporting migrant communities 🤝 • The moment of trust that changed every...

☎️ NOW POURING: The Password Is… A sit-down with Kelsey Drevyn , General Manager of Red Phone Booth Brickell — the private member club with a little mystery at the door. We talk about: • Her shift from criminology into the world of hospitality 🔍➡️🍸 • How her path led to leading a members-only space built on trust, energy & intention 🔑 • The things we overhear at the bar, and the ways we bui...

✨ NOW POURING: We Owe It to Ourselves A sit-down with Shauna O’Neil — a seasoned industry veteran now stepping into her next chapter as founder of Cultor , a ready-made tequila-based cocktail rooted in intention and presence. In this episode, we go deep into: • The responsibility behind creating a product that reflects your life experience and your work 📈 • Sustainable living, sober curiosity &a...

🍺 NOW POURING: A New Beginning Part 2 of our conversation with Adam Gersten — the next chapter of the Gramps story. This week, we move from legacy into evolution: • How Gramps expanded into Gramps Getaway 🏝️ • The journey from New Schnitzel to what is now Double Luck Chinese 🥠 • The vision for what comes after the shutdown of the OG Gramps — and where the spirit of it will live next 🔮 If last w...

🍺 NOW POURING: Beginning of The End Part 1 of a two-part story with Adam Gersten , the mind behind Gramps — a Wynwood original. Part 2 will be next week's episode! In this first chapter, we go back to the origins: • How Gramps came to be in a neighborhood that was ripe for a cultural institution • The role it played as Wynwood grew, shifted, and built itself around its doors 🌆 • What made this p...

Ray y Eli se van a Te Be Determined para sentarse con el Chef Johnny Delgado y conocer la historia detrás de este restaurante que redefine lo que significa un neighborhood restaurant en Miami 🌴✨ Conversamos sobre: • Cómo nació el proyecto y la conexión inesperada con uno de nuestros antiguos invitados 🔗 • El poder de un equipo apasionado que hace las cosas por amor, no por obligación ❤️ • Y por...

🍻 NOW POURING: All Over the Place We sit down with Phil Banach , holding it down with Ariete Hospitality — currently posted up at Taurus while The Gibson Room preps its comeback 🔄. A native New Yorker 🇺🇸 now five years deep in Miami 🌴, Phil joins Ray and Jorge for a crash-out conversation that hits every corner of the map: • The overlap of Miami + NYC and why that mix makes sense 🗽➡️🌴 • How n...

🔬 NOW POURING: Gun for Hire We pull up to Robby Ritter’s house which in itself is definitely a bar. We sit with the mad scientist behind Bar Not Found and get to know his prep studio and his mobile trailer bar, Robby lets us into his world where music, craft, and curiosity collide 🎶🍸. We talk: • How his background as a musician shaped his creative process 🎸 • The birth of Bar Not Found — a roa...

🍴 NOW POURING: Stay Hungry, Stay Creative A sit-down with Barna Jeremias — Bar Manager of LPM Miami and part of the original team that brought the brand to the city 🇫🇷➡️🌴. Barna’s story is a testament to commitment and culture. We dive into: • How pride in who we are + where we come from fuels our work 💪 • The importance of finding a creative outlet beyond the bar 🎶 • His journey into music an...

✨ NOW POURING: Disconnect to Recharge A testament to what Barcode Mixer is all about. This week with Hansel De Muñoz , we step away from the drinks themselves — and focus on the person behind the bar. We talk: • Why bartending is just one way of expressing who we are 🎭 • How artists & givers recharge when the work becomes too much 🌱 • The role of family, love, nature, and laughter in findin...

🌶️ NOW POURING: Zero Compromise, All Flavor A sit-down with Tommy Stitt — the force behind Middle Finger Hot Sauce . We trace Tommy’s path through past lives that seemed to destine him for this role as Florida's hot sauce boss. Along the way, he shares: • His philosophy of recipe creation — rooted in personal story & culinary craft 🍳 • The influence of Mexican culture growing up in San Diego...

☕ NOW POURING: Chapeando con Código A true crossover with our sister show Código de Barra 🎙️🇪🇸 We sit with Eli & Dayron , the voices behind Código de Barra , for a 90/10 split of Spanish + English — over cigars, rum, and coffee, in the backyard of Café La Trova . Or as we call it: La Catedral ⛪🍹 We talk: • Hospitality as something that starts at home 🏠 • Heritage, preservation & the co...

🥃 NOW POURING: The Power of Gratitude A full-circle story with Miami industry legend Danny Jimenez 🌴✨ From Miami chancletero to putting on the suit — Danny walks us through his 20+ years in the game, now representing a world-renowned spirit 🏆 We talk: • How a career that fell into his lap became a lifelong path 🌊 • Why managing expectations + gratitude are his keys to success 🙏 • The beauty...