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Derek Brown

Derek Brown

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Contributor, Liquor.com

Washington, D.C., United States

Biography

I’m the Director of Education for Spiritless and am passionate about no- and low-alcohol cocktails. I ran one of the best bars in the U.S., Columbia Room, named “Best American Cocktail Bar” by the Spirited Awards in 2017. I'm also is the author of Spirits, Sugar, Water, Bitters: How the Cocktail Conquered the World and Mindful Mixology: A Comprehensive Guide to No- And Low-Alcohol Cocktails with 60 Recipes. I've written for a number of publications on spirits, cocktails, and well-being—from the Washington Post to Vox—and been featured in numerous magazines, websites, and news outlets for my work on spirits and cocktails. Besides that, I've served as the Chief Spirits Advisor to the National Archives Foundation, and I'm a Distinguished Fellow at Catholic University’s Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship. In 2020, Drinks International named me one of the Bar World 100, a list of the top beverage figures effecting positive change in the global bar industry. In the past two years, I've turned my attention from serving drinks to serving people, studying mindfulness and positive psychology at Penn LPS with an eye on how I can incorporate it into my life and work. I live in Washington, D.C. with my partner Maria and son.

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Wellness , Positive Psychology , Mindfulness , No And Low Alcohol Beverages

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Total articles 59

  • RNAG&T

    By Derek Brown

    Jan. 07, 2025

  • How to Talk Your Relatives Out of Joining Bluesky This Holiday Season

    By Derek Brown

    Dec. 02, 2024

  • The Weekend Pour: Reasons to Drink

    By Derek Brown, Sean Rameswaram Verified

    Nov. 29, 2024

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Liquor.com

Liquor.com, founded in 1999 and based in San Francisco, is a leading digital resource in the spirits and cocktail industry. The platform provides a wealth of expert-driven content tailored for cocktail enthusiasts, bartenders, and industry professionals. It features a vast library of cocktail recipes, including both classic and modern drinks, complete with step-by-step instructions and historical context. In addition to recipes, Liquor.com offers in-depth spirits education, covering topics such as whisky reviews and distillation methods. The platform also explores industry trends and cultural insights, making it a valuable resource for home enthusiasts, industry professionals, and cultural historians. Subscribers can receive newsletters with updates on recipes, wine guides, and food trends, ensuring they stay informed about the latest in the world of cocktails and spirits.

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Founded: 2009