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What to Do in Kailua-Kona?

As a bartender in a tourist destination I find my self frequently answering the same questions, like where to go and what to do? I put...

How the Hawai'i Spirit & Brew Map Came About

Aloha all! It’s been way to long since a new Notes from the Bar so its a great time to catch up and officially introduce you all to the...

A Sprinkle of Inspiration ✨

During the organised chacos of launching a new company of course there have been ups and downs, total break downs😂 and epic break...

Heading in to 2021 we have to ask, "What's in the Bottle?"

As we head in to the New Year it is a time to renew our goals and interests for the year ahead. The Kona Cocktail Academy is starting...

Today's Farmers Market Haul, Dragon Fruit & Nutmeg

Fresh from my local farmers market today! About 15 years ago I discovered the farmers market at Kapiolani Community College in Honolulu...

A few rules to live by...

Over the years I have learned a few tricks when things get complicated that help me find my way through. You too may find these useful....

Pineapple Foam

Have you ever been grossed out by using egg white in a cocktail? Yeah sometimes they can be a bit smelly and if you have ever dropped a...

Hibiscus Grenadine & Sugar Rim

Hibiscus Syrup or Grenadine can be used any place traditional grenadine is used or anywhere your imagination can take it! 1 cup dried...

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