The Cognac Connection with Tiffanie Barriere: Class Recording
Spirits Educator and Historian Tiffanie Barriere leads this high-energy exploration Cognac’s intertwined stories within Black American history.
Spirits Educator Tiffanie Barriere joined us to lead a Digital Session exploring Cognac’s history and legacy in the United States from WW1 to today.
Part education and part celebration, her class revealed the stories, characters, and iconic moments behind this beautiful category. Barriere takes you from Europe to Harlem Renaissance jazz clubs to modern hip-hop culture, and you’ll leave with a better understanding of both the history and future of Cognac.
You’ll learn about:
- Ritual & Application: From neat pour to contemporary cocktails.
- Story in a Glass: The role of craftsmanship, terroir, and time.
- History & Rhythm: Learn about Cognac’s cultural connections.
This is a can’t-miss class for anyone for bartenders and beverage pros wanting to learn more about the history of Cognac, and how to use it in a modern bar.
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About Your Teacher:
Tiffanie Barriere is a visionary award-winning educator, storyteller, and bartender’s bartender redefining cocktail culture. With a passion for creativity, culture, and community, Tiffanie champions Black women in spirits and inspires a new generation of bartenders and cocktail lovers to raise the bar—literally.
In addition to appearances on the Today Show and Drink Masters, Barriere’s creations and cultural storytelling have been celebrated everywhere from Forbes to The New York Times.
She’s been awarded the TOTC Visionary Award and named Bartender of the Year by Women of Whiskey.
Learn more about Tiffanie at TheDrinkingCoach.com.
Follow her IG: @TheDrinkingCoach.
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