Story of Spirit: The Rise, Fall & Return of Rum
Chris is joined by a very special guest, writer, researcher, and drinks historian Wayne Curtis author of; And a Bottle of Rum. Together, they examine the rise, fall and rebirth of a spirit category that played a crucial role in the story of not only the Caribbean but America as we know it today.
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Time at the Bar - Jasmine Bouyer, Equal PartsEqual Parts in Hackney has built a reputation for sharp drinks and a bar people want to come back to. In this episode of TIME AT THE BAR, Campari Academy’s Tristram Fini sits down with Jasmine Bouyer to talk about the people and mindset shaping her approach behind the bar. Jasmine’s perspective is shaped by […]
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Case Studies in Flavour Science - how modern R&D really gets done.With Arielle Johnson & Adrian Forde-Beggs In February 2026, Campari Academy UK welcomed Arielle Johnson (Flavour Scientist, Author – Flavorama) and Adrian Forde‑Beggs (Head of Creative – Lyan Bars) to collaborate on a session focusing on the intricacies of modern R&D techniques and how to implement them in a programmatic manner to unlock creativity, flavour, […]
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Time at the Bar - Alessandro Palazzi, Dukes HotelFew bars in the world carry the reputation of Dukes Bar in London, known for its legendary martinis, timeless service and one of hospitality’s most respected hosts, Alessandro Palazzi. In this episode of TIME AT THE BAR, Campari Academy’s Tristram Fini sits down with Alessandro to talk about the instincts and philosophy behind nearly five […]
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TIME AT THE BAR – Federico Pavan, The Donovan BarTIME AT THE BAR is Campari Academy’s series digging into the people shaping modern hospitality. Behind the elegance of the Donovan Bar is a team built on instinct, care and genuine hospitality. In this episode of TIME AT THE BAR, Director of Mixology Federico Pavan joins Campari Academy’s Loris Contro to talk about the experiences […]
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TIME AT THE BAR – DRAMTIME AT THE BAR is Campari Academy’s series digging into the people shaping modern hospitality. In this episode of TIME AT THE BAR, Tristram from Campari Academy sits down owners, Chris Tanner, Simo and Jack Wallis from Dram to talk about what really drives their bar: instinct, culture and the people who make service feel […]
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TIME AT THE BAR - Lorenzo Antinori, Bar LeoneTIME AT THE BAR is Campari Academy’s series digging into the people shaping modern hospitality. In this film, Tristram Fini sits down with Lorenzo Antinori, the mind behind Bar Leone, recently named World’s Best Bar 2025. Shot at Satan’s Whiskers in Bethnal Green, this is an honest look into how Lorenzo thinks about bars, service […]
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Technology&Design: the future of barsHospitality is and has always been a field highly centred around human interaction; whether you provide accommodation for travellers, meals for diners or like many of us, beverages for drinkers – it’s easy to forget all the things that are necessary for this last interaction to happen. Long before you can start thinking about serving […]
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Introducing the Negroni Edits: Edition 1Campari is more than an aperitif. With such unmistakable characteristics, the iconic red liquid has long been a source of passionate inspiration. Drinks like Rosita, that Gary Regan adapted from a 1978 book (with reposado tequila instead of gin, and the addition of dry vermouth and bitters), the fortunate accident at Bar Basso in Milan […]
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Discover Bulldog Gin: an iconic London Dry GinBulldog Gin is famous for its drinkability and original taste. Discover this iconic gin here.
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Time at the Bar - Jasmine Bouyer, Equal PartsEqual Parts in Hackney has built a reputation for sharp drinks and a bar people want to come back to. In this episode of TIME AT THE BAR, Campari Academy’s Tristram Fini sits down with Jasmine Bouyer to talk about the people and mindset shaping her approach behind the bar. Jasmine’s perspective is shaped by […]
