Ep169 - From the Pass to the Pour: Andi Burrows’ Hospitality Evolution

In this episode of Five Drinks or Midnight, we’re heading to KABIN, a Scandinavian-inspired cocktail bar in the heart of Hudson Square, to sit down with Andi Burrows. From her early days in hospitality as a chef and cook to becoming a general manager at an Italian restaurant on Long Island, Andi’s journey into bartending and mixology is one of passion, mentorship, and dedication to the craft.

We talk about her transition behind the bar, her experiences working through the COVID-19 pandemic, and how she found her true calling in craft cocktails at Nubeluz with the José Andrés Group. Andi shares insights into what it takes to excel in the spirits industry, how mentorship shaped her career, and what makes KABIN’s bar program stand out in the evolving cocktail culture of New York City.

Whether you’re a bartender, brand ambassador, mixologist, distiller, hospitality professional, or just a cocktail enthusiast, this episode is packed with inspiration and industry wisdom.

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00:00 - Intro
00:36 - Question 1 - How did you get started in the hospitality business?
13:36 - Question 2 - Who hurt you that you love Hypnotiq so much and why do you hate Midori?
20:50 - Question 3 - How do you navigate the challenges of running a bar outside a cocktail hub, where there’s less competition but no bar crawl crowd?
31:43 - Question 4 - Why is Baby Birding the ultimate form of hospitality?
39:12 - Question 5 - Will the Incredible Hulk should come back?

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