Dec 22, 2025
Join us for a journey to the forefront of modern mixology with
Craig Schoettler, the acclaimed Executive Director of Beverage for
MGM Resorts International. We trace his remarkable path from
pioneering the culinary cocktails at Chicago's famed Alinea and The
Aviary to now shaping the global beverage vision for a Las Vegas
hospitality empire. Schoettler pulls back the curtain on his most
ambitious project yet: The Vault, a hidden bar inside Bellagio Las
Vegas where guests can "drink history" from a menu of rare vintage
spirits and historically reimagined cocktails. He reveals how his
unique background allows him to merge precise culinary technique
with deep spirits knowledge, creating a luxury experience that is
as intellectually engaging as it is delicious. This conversation
explores the evolution of cocktail culture and how pushing creative
boundaries can redefine an entire industry's standards.
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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.
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