Campari Academy Presents

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Chapter 1
We begin this episode by explaining how we approach technique, from science and ancient methods to attention to detail and reference sources.
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Chapter 2
We take a closer look at process and the importance of challenging truths, using techniques wisely and being curious.
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Chapter 3
We end this episode by asking how experimentation and innovation ultimately serve our guests. After all that work, was it worth it?

Let's get technical

In this episode, we go in-depth into the intricacies of the various techniques that bartenders use around the world to make delicious drinks.

We go behind the scenes and speak to experts who have focused their careers on the subject, to discover different approaches that innovative bartenders are utilising today – and the lengths they will go to in order to create the perfect drink.

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Perspectives

Provocative, insightful and engaging. Join us as we journey around the world in a three-part docu-series, exploring and discovering new perspectives for industry-related themes.

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3 Episode Docu-series

Bitesize episodes filmed around the world, working with experts and covering different themes with global significance which resonate with the drink industry.

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Global Relevance

Come with us across the Globe, finding inspiration from peers and experts outside the industry. 

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Interviews

Get closer to notable bartenders, experts, and industry events with video interviews and clips.

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Think Pieces

First-hand insights and perspectives from contributors around the world.

Dave in a bench

3 Episode Docu-series

Bitesize episodes filmed around the world, working with experts and covering different themes with global significance which resonate with the drink industry.

Ellie preparing food

Global Relevance

Come with us across the Globe, finding inspiration from peers and experts outside the industry. 

Dave thinking in a bar

Interviews

Get closer to notable bartenders, experts, and industry events with video interviews and clips.

Kristen in a bar

Think Pieces

First-hand insights and perspectives from contributors around the world.

Perspectives

Inspiration

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Interview

The Story of Spirit - Scotch Whisky with Tom Bruce-Gardyne

Campari Academy UK’s own Chris Dennis is joined by novelist, researcher and author of The Story of Scotch Whisky, Tom Bruce-Gardyne, to chronicle the journey of one of the world’s most revered spirit categories. Part 1 In part one, Tom & Chris Identify and explore the early days of distillation in Scotland, the revolt and […]

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Campari Academy UK's Chris Dennis is joined by novelist, journalist and researcher Reid Mitenbuler.

Interview

The Story of Spirit - American Whiskey with Reid Mitenbuler

Campari Academy UK’s Chris Dennis is joined by novelist, journalist and researcher Reid Mitenbuler (Bourbon Empire) for an exploration through the historical & cultural significance of the American Spirit. Part 1 Throughout the first part, Reid & Chris take a walk through the early parts of distillation history in the United States; from apples to […]

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SCOTCH 1 scaled

Interview

The Story of Spirit - Scotch Whisky with Tom Bruce-Gardyne

Campari Academy UK’s own Chris Dennis is joined by novelist, researcher and author of The Story of Scotch Whisky, Tom Bruce-Gardyne, to chronicle the journey of one of the world’s most revered spirit categories. Part 1 In part one, Tom & Chris Identify and explore the early days of distillation in Scotland, the revolt and […]

Read More
Campari Academy UK's Chris Dennis is joined by novelist, journalist and researcher Reid Mitenbuler.

Interview

The Story of Spirit - American Whiskey with Reid Mitenbuler

Campari Academy UK’s Chris Dennis is joined by novelist, journalist and researcher Reid Mitenbuler (Bourbon Empire) for an exploration through the historical & cultural significance of the American Spirit. Part 1 Throughout the first part, Reid & Chris take a walk through the early parts of distillation history in the United States; from apples to […]

Read More