People of the Industry
Faces and stories from behind the bar

There are bartenders who follow trends. Then there are those who create them. Simone Caporale belongs firmly in the second category. If you’ve ever poured a drink with a story, crafted a cocktail with intention, or thought of hospitality as more than just service, chances are you’re walking a path he helped pave.

In the pantheon of bartending legends, few names resonate with the same reverence as Harry Craddock. A true icon of the pre-Prohibition and interwar cocktail scene, Craddock’s contributions continue to echo behind bars around the world. Known not only for his technical precision and showmanship but for the meticulous preservation of cocktail culture during its most precarious era, Craddock’s legacy is firmly etched into the foundations of modern mixology.

In the world of progressive cocktail culture, Tony Conigliaro stands as a true visionary — a man who didn't just evolve bartending, but revolutionized the language of flavor and sensory design. Often dubbed the “Heston Blumenthal of bartending,” his work bridges the gap between science, art, and emotion, and his influence is felt in every bar that dares to go beyond the ordinary.

Salvatore Calabrese, known affectionately as "The Maestro," is a towering figure in the world of mixology. With a career that spans over fou

Osmund Bernard, known in Malaysia’s bartending circles as “The Hokage,” carries a charisma that mirrors his creations—bold, refined, and steeped in stories. He has a legacy rooted in the artistry of mixology and the rigorous discipline of bartending. Osmund has spent 15 years shaking up the bar industry, with victories across international bartending stages and a profound dedication to mentoring the next generation. Having lived and worked in Kuala Lumpur from 2010 but has si

In the pantheon of cocktail history, one name stands out like a beacon—Jerry Thomas, affectionately known as "The Professor." Often regarded

In the cocktail world, few names resonate as profoundly as Sasha Petraske's. Widely considered one of the most influential figures in modern

Donn Beach, also known as the "God of Tiki" was a legendary figure in the world of mixology and tiki culture.