21 Best Cocktail Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

A podcast about cocktails. Each week, comedy rockers The Sloppy Boys (Mike Hanford, Tim Kalpakis and Jefferson Dutton) drink and discuss a cocktail recognized by the International Bartenders Association. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

An online series about craft cocktails around the world & the bartenders who make them. Hosted by the award-winning bartender, Erick Castro. more

Award-winning bartenders and co-hosts Sother Teague and Greg Benson sit down to talk cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, tea, coffee, and all the other exciting liquids in the universe. With each episode, learn from some of the world's experts in mixology, bar history, distillation, and brewing. Bringing on guests ranging from bartenders and brewers, alchemists and ambassadors, roasters and regulars, and every expert and enthusiast in between, The Speakeasy introduces listeners to all the unique ways we enjoy imbibing today. more

Every great bar has a story. We're going behind the scenes with the people who built them: the founders, dreamers, and industry legends shaping the world's most inspiring drinking destinations. From Maison Premiere to The Dead Rabbit, Long Island Bar, Schmuck, and beyond — this is how the world's best bars get built. Hosted by VinePair Co-Founder Adam Teeter A podcast from The VinePair podcast network. vinepair.com Follow us @buildoutpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Conversations about mixology, creative cocktails, tiki and mid century culture with four inebriated hosts.

A fantabulous conflation of history, culture, politics, famous people and booze, strained through the cognitive mesh of a best-selling author, polymath and inveterate reprobate. more

The Modern Bar Cart Podcast is a weekly discussion of the tools and techniques that make great drinks. Hosted by Modern Bar Cart CEO Eric Kozlik, this cocktail podcast gives great information for home bartenders and industry professionals alike. If you're looking to take your cocktail game to the next level, this is the podcast for you. more

The CEO of Spritz Season and Tik Tok's top mixologist, Julianna McIntosh (@Join_Jules) teams up with cocktail history buff and unknown home bartending guru, Uncle Brad (@cigarsNvino) to bring you The Art of Drinking: With Join_Jules And Your Favorite Uncle. A podcast for the cocktail enthusiast, aspiring mixologist, or kinda o.k. home bartender with big plans… or no plans.Each week you will learn how to make 2 drinks; a classic made 'the right way' from your favorite uncle and a classic with a modern twist thanks to Join Jules. You will know exactly what you need to buy, and we promise there will be no secret or hard-to-make ingredients. We will also give you a few tips, to polish your home bartending game. Finally, because it's not enough to just make a great drink, you also need something interesting to say when you serve that drink. Uncle Brad is going to tell you a story about the history behind the cocktail or ingredients used. So, get ready to sip and enjoy your way into the weekend.  more

A paranormal podcast with a twist: join hosts Derik and Sarah Wingo (veteran NYC bartenders) as they teach you how to pair the perfect handcrafted cocktail to go with a chilling story and serve it with a dash of humor. The stories are legends...the spirits are real. more

Introducing 'The Cocktail Academy' with your host Damian Cole, a seasoned veteran of the hospitality industry. Join Damian and his expert guests on a spirited journey through the world of cocktails, spirits, and all things booze-related. Whether you're a home cocktail enthusiast or aspiring bartender, this podcast is your go-to source for practical tips and insider knowledge, served straight up with no nonsense. From mastering classic cocktail recipes to exploring the latest trends in mixology, 'The Cocktail Academy' has everything you need to shake, stir, and sip like a pro. Tune in for candid conversations, industry insights, and plenty of laughs along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Radio Imbibe is the audio home of Imbibe magazine. In each episode, we dive into liquid culture, exploring the people, places, and flavors of the drinkscape through conversations about cocktails, coffee, beer, spirits, and wine. more

Chicago's preeminent podcast on all drinks distilled, brewed or cocktailed. At least that's our opinion! We're the Chi Spirits Guys - friends in the Windy City dedicated to trying the best (and worst) spirits on the market and attempting (often failing) to explain the flavors we taste. Each week we share our thoughts (and probably too much personal info) with our listeners in Chi-town and beyond. You can't sip it all, so let us do it for you! Check out our library of episodes to find your new favorite drink. Send us your ideas and questions @ChiSpiritsGuys (Insta) or ****@gmail.com more

Want to know more about the artistry of drinks? Join us in our fun, informative and we hope, entertaining cocktail (almost) hour where we sample the best new bottles, highlight our pick of books to add to your drinks library, shine a light on the bars to have on your radar and check in with some of the biggest names in the drinks business for their top tips for making quality cocktails Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Join us on Cocktails and Classics, where cinematic nostalgia meets mixology mastery. Indulge in lively discussions as three friends explore iconic Hollywood films, each paired with a signature cocktail. Test your knowledge in our trivia quizzes and rate the classics with us. Cheers to rediscovering the magic of cinema with a twist of taste on every episode! more

Welcome to Drink the Movies! We're a podcast where each week we mix up a themed cocktail and have a chat about the movie that inspired it!Plus check out our weekly Lobby Bar episodes for a bonus cocktail, and movie chat! more

Hosts Jonathan and Jeffrey Pogash talk food, drink, hospitality and entertainment with a mission to preserve the history of cocktails, restaurants, mixology, and wine through interviews with the most influential members of those industries. more

Where can you learn to live life one cocktail at a time? Here on the Lush Life Podcast discover why an old-fashioned is the drink of choice, who is making their own bitters and how ice, or lack there of, is transforming the cocktails you drink. Hosted by your favorite drinking companion, Susan L. Schwartz, the Lush Life Podcast introduces you to the movers and shakers of the cocktail world. more

Liquor, bars, cocktails: the people and companies who make them, sell them and drink them, plus everything & everyone in-between, with your host, globetrotting spirits guy and escaped bartender, Philip Duff. more

Booze travelers on a quest to bring you all things boozy.The Boozy Blondes invite you to join them for a drink as they share recipes for fun, friendship and fantastic beverages. Plus, there's a drinking game in every podcast! So dive into their world as they deliver the perfect cocktail of great boozy resources and ridiculousness to keep you entertained! more

You've heard of life hacks. How about Bar Hacks? Host David Klemt goes behind the scenes—and behind the business—with operators, bartenders, founders, chefs, beverage professionals, designers, distillers, and other voices shaping hospitality today. From operations and leadership to cocktails, spirits, concept development, and guest experience, Bar Hacks explores what works, what doesn't, and what's changing, with the occasional story you could only hear from someone who lived it. Created and produced by KRG Nightlife. more

At The Bar is a new video series that brings together well-known names from food, drink, and broadcasting to share stories, swap opinions and celebrate cocktail culture.Hosted by presenter Matty White, bartender Jack Sotti, and series producer Jon Almond, At The Bar blends unscripted conversation with imaginative cocktail creations.Each episode invites a guest to share their personal drinking preferences and memorable experiences, while also exploring new and unusual drinks that challenge expectations and celebrate the creativity of modern cocktail culture. more