Bottoms Up With MrMixologist: A Brown And Balancd Podcast

Send a text We pull up with Gran Coramino Cup Champion Joel McKenzie , tracing his come-up from a gatekept bar scene in San Jose to standing tall on a national stage. This conversation is a masterclass in perseverance, purpose, and pouring from the soul. Joel keeps it all the way real about navigating the early days, finding mentorship and brotherhood through Camp Runamok, and repping identity beh...

Send a text We have finally reached the last episode of Season 1 of the Bottoms Up Podcast, and we're closing out our inaugural season with a bang!  Fitting that we are posting this episode on Juneteenth! Live from New York for BCB, Bacardi hosted the Cigar Social at Aura Cocina in Brooklyn, featuring Josh Davis, Josh White, and Cale Brown mixing up cocktails. Before the event started, Josh h...

Send a text Tassia is a nationally recognized mixologist, cocktail consultant, and cast member on Bar Rescue, known for elevating bar programs with creativity and profitability in mind. She is the founder of a successful mobile bartending company based in the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area, with over 25 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. Tassia is currently developing a memb...

Send a text New Dawn Distilling( @NewDawnDistilling)  was founded by bourbon lover Dr. Dawn O’Neal, who is also passionate about saving the planet. She saw a chance to combine her passions using entrepreneurship as a force for good, and New Dawn Distilling was born in 2023. In this episode of the Bottoms Up podcast, host @MrMixologist  interviews Dr. Dawn O'Neal, THE owner of New Dawn Distill...

Send a text In this episode of the "Bottoms Up" podcast, Joshua Davis interviews Aaron Sparks, focusing on Aaron's journey from the music industry to becoming a prominent figure in the bartending world. They discuss the importance of black creatives telling their stories and Aaron's challenges in transitioning from a traditional job to bartending, emphasizing the significance o...

Send a text  J’Nai Angelle, is a bartender and cocktail & spirits educator who is recognized as "NOLA’s favorite virtual bartender" by Where Y’at NOLA Magazine and “NOLA’s Finest Bartender by Essence magazine. A proud native of New Orleans, Louisiana, she holds a degree from LSU and brings over a decade of bartending expertise to the table. Her journey spans various bar settings, fro...

Send a text Turning Tables is a nonprofit organization based in New Orleans. It is dedicated to transforming the hospitality industry by providing mentorship, cultivating leadership, and creating career pathways while advocating for equity. Their vision is to establish a hospitality sector in New Orleans and beyond that is a model of inclusivity, diversity, and equity. Two-thirds of the leadership...

Send a text Keyatta Mincey Parker is a prominent figure in the spirits and cocktails industry, serving as the Chief Curating Officer at Pictures and Cocktails LLC. With over two decades of experience in hospitality, which includes hotels, fine dining, and clubs, she made a successful transition from modeling to mixology. Her creativity and ability to engage with guests have truly set her apart in...

Send a text Lavell (@thebartwinders) and Mr. Mixologist had a great conversation about building oneself up in the industry, Black fathers, Lavell's rap career, and even got a taste of African Agave . Tune in and enjoy this candid discussion. This episode is brought to you by Josh Davis, otherwise known as Mr. Mixologist Follow us on Instagram @BottomsUpWithMrMixxPod @BrownAndBalanced @MrMixol...

Send a text Mark Coulter is a Chicago-based industry professional and bartender who has worked in several award-winning bars. He is WSET Level 2 certified and has served as a Red Coat in the CAPS program for Tales of the Cocktail. Mark has generously offered his time for many years in leadership roles at Camp Runamok and currently serves on the board for the Chicago chapter of the USBG. Through hi...

Send a text We had the opportunity to sit down and talk with one of the most engaging figures in and out of the beverage industry, Jackie Summers. He is a James Beard Finalist, a seasoned public speaker, and a serial entrepreneur. Summers is the founder of JackFromBrooklyn Inc. and the creator of the award-winning Sorel Liqueur. In this episode, we're going to "church," as Jack shar...

Send a text Tiffanie Barriere, known as "The Drinking Coach," is a prominent figure in the Black creative community and a staple in the bartending world. Originally from Louisiana and now based in Atlanta, Tiffanie has earned her place as a bar royalty in her own right as an independent bartender. She is recognized for her innovative cocktail menus and has worked with various bar consult...

Send a text In this kickoff episode of the Bottoms Up Podcast with Mr. Mixologist, we speak with Oakland, California native Mia Love. Mia is one of the most interesting people in our industry, boasting a vast array of talents. She works full-time at Stanford University and is also a financial advisor, the owner of a mobile bar service, and a consultant for various brands. Mia has a compelling stor...