Nov 3, 2025
This week we sit down with Ryan Ota, the
Director of Beverage Operations for MO-hospitality, known for bars
like Paper Plane, Still OG / Alter Ego, and Mini Boss. He shares
his experience running acclaimed craft cocktail programs in
overlooked markets. Ryan discusses the unique advantages and
challenges of building a bar scene outside of major hubs. He offers
valuable insights into creating community and finding success in
these innovative and vibrant markets.
____________________________________
Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro,
interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the
world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love
cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for
you.
SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive
bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge
WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:
Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender
Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge
FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK:
Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1
Bartender at Large:
www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge
FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:
Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender
Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge