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Thirsty in LA presents the "50/50 at 50" at Big Bar

Ten Moments from Ten Years of Thirsty in LA

By thirstyinla On May 13, 2019 · Add Comment · In Interviews, Stories
Read on for ten of the best L.A. moments from ten years of Thirsty in LA.
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Dave Stolte at Big Bar

Let’s Get Drinkified with Dave Stolte

By thirstyinla On May 5, 2019 · 2 Comments · In Interviews, Stories
Read on for a deep dive into the prolific career of Dave Stolte, from his acclaimed "Home Bar Basics" cocktail book to his Drinkify Me cocktail portraits and numerous designs for bars, restaurants, spirits and special events.
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Cari Hah at Big Bar

Tiger Mom Cari Hah Takes the Helm at Big Bar

By thirstyinla On March 30, 2016 · Add Comment · In Interviews, Stories, Tastings
Tiger Mom Cari Hah talks about becoming the new bar manager at Big Bar, the importance of mentoring, and her exceptional spring cocktail menu.
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Big Bar Barrel

Big Bar Celebrates Five Years of Being “Stupidly Awesome”

By thirstyinla On October 7, 2015 · 1 Comment · In Events, Interviews, Stories
A vital part of L.A.'s bar scene, Big Bar is celebrating its five-year anniversary on Oct. 8, 2015 with two former Bar Managers, Juan Sevilla and Dan Long.
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Alcove Café 10-Year Anniversary & Big Bar Summer Menu

By thirstyinla On July 14, 2014 · Add Comment · In Events
To celebrate its 10-year anniversary, Alcove Café presents "10 Days of Alcove," featuring prizes like a private cocktail class, free drinks, and much more.
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Big Bar Midsummer Cocktail Menu

A Midsummer Night’s Dream of a Cocktail Menu at Big Bar

By thirstyinla On August 30, 2012 · 5 Comments · In Reviews, Tastings
The summer of 2012 may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of time to work through Big Bar’s Midsummer Cocktail Menu, a stellar collection that ranks among the best in the city at the moment.
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Midnight in Paris flyer

Midnight in Paris: 2nd Annual Valentine’s Day Prom at Big Bar

By thirstyinla On January 30, 2012 · Add Comment · In Events
On Tuesday, February 14th, Dan Long and Eugene Lee of Big Bar invite you to the 2nd Annual Valentine’s Day Prom.
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Harvard & Stone NYE 2011

So Long 2011, and Thanks for All the Fish!

By thirstyinla On December 21, 2011 · 3 Comments · In Events
It’s time to start stretching those livers, Los Angeles! Craft cocktail destinations across the city are welcoming the new year with masquerade parties, multi-course dinners, and spirited trips around the world and back in time to the 1920s.
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Big Bar Movie Night - The Lost Boys

October 17: Walk-In Theatre Night Under the Stars at Big Bar

By thirstyinla On October 14, 2011 · Add Comment · In Events
With Halloween just a few weeks away, Big Bar is helping Angelenos get in a devilish mood with its latest Walk-In Theatre Night Under the Stars, featuring The Lost Boys on a 12-foot screen that’s draped over the front of the Big Bar – Alcove Cafe building.
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Gingered Bourbon Lemonade

On the Trail of LA’s Bourbon Cocktails

By thirstyinla On September 5, 2011 · 4 Comments · In Uncategorized
September is National Bourbon Heritage Month, and Angelenos can vicariously join in the festivities by enjoying Kentucky’s finest in cocktails all over town. Our round-up begins in Marina del Rey, heads east into downtown, and ends in Pasadena.
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What a long, strange, beautiful trip it’s been - so grateful for the extraordinary tribe that I likely wouldn’t have met if I didn’t launch Thirsty in LA 🙏
As Nick Charles said, “Let’s get something to eat, I’m thirsty.”🍸 
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    The Mint Juleps were flowing at the PineWoodford D The Mint Juleps were flowing at the PineWoodford Derby! Congrats to Team @bigbaralcove on winning the Silver Julep Cup 🏆
Of the 148 cups handmade by @from_the_vault_jewelers (benefitting @old_friends), 130 are silver (retail $1000) and 18 are gold ($2500)

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🏎🐴 @szenitram & Shadowfax enjoying their victory
💛 so glad we could recreate the classic Derby Day photo with me, Eugene and @toiye 😜

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🍵 Tiki Tea: Mezcal Mal Bien, yuzu, coconut, lime, ceremonial green tea
🍍 No Problemo: Mezcal Mal Bien, pineapple, poblano chile, lime, habanero bitters
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    So great to see everyone at the @fordsgin Sloe Gin So great to see everyone at the @fordsgin Sloe Gin celebration on Sunday! Three years in the making, the second Journeys in Gin release clocks in at 29% ABV and combines Fords Gin with hand-picked sloe fruit.

Much love @joefromfords @mfcapoferri and everyone at @thunderboltla for hosting a wonderful afternoon. Never thought I’d be so excited to get an embroidered doily! 😂

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The Long Peddler - Fords Sloe Gin, Fords Gin, Citrus Cordial, Tonic (carbonated & canned)
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Hedgerow - Fords Sloe Gin, Old Forester Bourbon, Campari, Coffee, Lactic Acid
 
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