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Introducing – Mischa Bonova

You’ll find Mischa Bonova down at Stitch bar most evenings, tending bar with a certain charm and warm smile. She’s been doing some big things for the stature of the girls in the bartending community, so we thought it was more than time we caught up for a chat!

1806’s bespoke brew

The cocktailian crew behind the award winning bar 1806 have released their own in-house brew to compliment the bespoke cocktails they offer.

Theatrical Touch for cocktailian operators

Chris Denman (Bartender of the Year Competition finalist 2011) and his partner Stevie Waite are some of Brisbane’s newest bar operators, with their Ann Street venue – Fourth Wall – pegged to launch by mid-June pending their licensing being approved. “The venue’s name taps into the old theatre concept of in imaginary wall that separates the actors from reality,” Denman explained. “We want to create a space that will let you escape from reality for a few hours and enjoy a venue that is intimate in what it offers, comfortable and fun.”

Scotch Whisky – Talking youth in an age old industry

Don’t be afraid to move away from stocking just the regulation names and typical age statements behind your bar. Have some youthful Speyside malt and a young Islay expression on hand to offer people – it’ll be a revelation for all involved. Build it (or rather stock it) and they will come. Spruik the wonders of the spirit’s character. Tell customers that the whisky is as fresh and sweet as sitting at Port Askaig on a hot May afternoon and there’s just a hint of sea salt from the ocean spray. Tell the something. Get them excited.

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We are looking for a talented barkeep who has got as much flair with the pen as they do with a jigger to join our team a few days a week at our Sydney office.
You must have previous publishing experience and a good work ethic.

Sydney CBD finds its Mojo

Nestled behind an actual basement record store on 73 York Street, Sydney, Mojo Record Bar is set to be a new home for fans of 60s, garage, surf and stoner rock. The venue, which opened early this month everything going to plan, is brought to you by Daniel McManus, John Ruttan and Natalie Ng (ex-Hugos Bar Pizza and Café Pacifico) who will also be managing the 120 capacity venue. “We’ll be playing a bit of cheesey stuff too with a splash of Neil Young and more modern groups like the White Stripes,” adds Ng.