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 corn and beyond.

Part 2

Here Reid & Chris talks about the impact of Grains, taxation and the revolt seen as a circumstance of reaping the benefits of the industry.

Part 3

Reid and Chris focus on the facets of how the industry weathered the indignation of Prohibition and triumphed again after repeal to rebuild itself as a cornerstone of American life.

Part 4

For the final part of this epic journey, Reid & Chris uncover the areas of Legislation, Law & Bourbon in the modern age.

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Fermentation Hacking with Dr Johnny Drain

In the pursuit of flavours, whether in the World’s Best Bars, Michelin Restaurants or the avid at-home cocktail maker, the wonderful world of fermented ingredients offers a rich & delicious look through the evolution of human tastes and ingenuity. The Campari Academy UK team was honoured to host Dr Johnny Drain at our London home […]

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Episode 3 – ELEVATED+LOCAL with Deniseea Head

The Grand Encounter: Behind the Bar journey now comes to its end with the final episode of the season. We now travel to New Orleans, the homeland of jazz and the city where one of the biggest global events in the bar industry takes place, Tales Of The Cocktail. It’s New Orleans that enables another Grand […]

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Story of Spirit: Aperitifs

From the early days of fermentation to the role of Aperitivo drinks today; Chris is joined by guests Kate Hawkings author of Aperitif and Italian Icons Brand Ambassador Loris Contro to examine the history of the libations that kick-start the appetite, clean the palate and perhaps more importantly, define a moment.

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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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Episode 2 – CLASSIC+MODERN with Takuma Watanabe

Pairs to New York, one way. The second episode of The Grand Encounter, the exclusive mini-series by Grand Marnier, takes you to the Big Apple, where host Carina Soto Velasquez meets Takuma Watanabe: a movie-enthusiast and thorough researcher, Watanabe opened up his own venue in 2022, Martiny’s in Gramercy, immediately conquering New York through spotless hospitality and […]

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Introducing the Negroni Edits: Edition 1

Campari 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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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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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 […]