The Cocktail College Podcast: Episode 200 Special: 30+ Years of Craft Cocktail Culture
Today’s episode is not about a single drink, it’s about the stories behind hundreds — maybe thousands — of them. It’s about the people, places, and culture that have transformed American drinking over the past three decades: It’s episode 200 of the “Cocktail College” podcast.
To mark the milestone, we’re stepping outside our usual format to explore the evolution of cocktail culture over the last three decades. Joining us to do so are Mark Pascal and Francis Schott, better known as The Restaurant Guys, who operate New Brunswick’s Stage Left Steak and Catherine Lombardi, and are credited with running the country’s longest-standing craft cocktail program. These guys aren’t just drinks professionals, restaurateurs, and early champions of the craft. They’re also students of the game, world-class drinkers, and incredibly generous storytellers.
This conversation goes beyond bartending — it’s about ownership, staying power, and the things that helped shape modern drinking culture. Get ready for 30 years of craft, countless cocktails, and one conversation you don’t want to miss. It’s all right here on the “Cocktail College” podcast. Tune in for more.
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