Robin David Strippel
Double B.A. Politics (focus: Int. Relations) & History at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, currently working on my M.A. in the former. For >10 years also working in the fashion industry.
"Aside from history & politics I'm interested in bar culture, exciting spirits, architecture and much more. This site is supposed be a small creative & personal outlet for these interests."
"My own drinks were published for example in DRINKS Magazine (one of the two largest German magazines for bars/spirits), the book Obstbrandbotschafter - Genuss und Kultur (2022, t.b.a.) and other publications/blogs,
Finalist Equiano Rum Narrative Competition 2022
Bar legend Jeffrey Morgenthaler und myself (the fanboy) 2018 during Negroni Week here in Germany.
My specialty concerning spirits is definitely whisky with >2000 published whisky ratings incl. tasting notes on Whiskybase, also founded and organize a regular whisky round table here in Cologne at a great local whisky store with several dozen members."
John Froese
Background in Political Science & English Literature, worked in the classic menswear industry and as a writer, with articles published on Parisian Gentleman.
"My passion for bar culture began 10 years ago with a visit to the Curtain Club in Berlin, for Liquid Thoughts I especially explore Specialty Coffee and Cafés, as well as cocktail bars."
Currently working in PR & Communications for a FinTech and trying to map the best coffee places in Europe.
Martin Cordes
While studying economics, he started his own business early on to pursue his passion for drinking pleasure. As an event bartender and tasting host on the side, he laid the foundation to start his professional career in the spirits industry.
"I'm passionate about the diversity in the enjoyment of spirits, and I'm excited every time I get to share that enthusiasm. Making people aware of high-quality drinks and bringing them fun while doing it, as well as focussing on culture and craft is important to me.
Especially spirits made from sugar cane and agave make my heart beat faster on a regular basis. A small soft spot for vermouth and sparkling wine is also attributed to me by my friends, but in general I am open to almost all spirits that are simply good."
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