Ep178 - From Page to Pour: Sammi Katz & Olivia McGiff Celebrate Women in Spirits

We stirred up a spirited conversation at The Rockwell Place with Sammi Katz and Olivia McGiff—the powerhouse duo behind Spirited Women: Makers, Shakers, and Trailblazers in the World of Cocktails. Their vibrant new book isn’t just a collection of recipes—it’s a bold, feminist celebration of the women who’ve shaped the spirits industry from antiquity to today.

From ancient alchemists to today’s bartop revolutionaries, “Spirited Women: Makers, Shakers, and Trailblazers in the World of Cocktails” shines a spotlight on 55 groundbreaking women through artful storytelling and beautifully illustrated cocktails. In this interview, we unpack the inspiration behind each drink, the intersection of narrative and mixology, and why it’s high time we toast the women who’ve stirred up history.

Whether you’re behind the bar, repping a brand, or just love a good pour with a great story—this one’s for you.

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00:00 - Intro
00:36 - Question 1 - How did your paths cross, and what sparked the idea to write cocktail books as a team?
15:05 - Question 2 - cocktail burnout" is a real thing. Is that something you experience, and if so how do you deal with it?
25:28 - Question 3 - How do you think the perception of women in the spirits world has shifted in the past decade?
40:04 - Question 4 - If you could throw a cocktail party with the women featured in the book, who would be on your dream guest list—and what would you serve?
59:02 - Question 5 - Have you ever lied about liking a cocktail just to be polite?

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