Beyond the Drink: Iain McPherson Studied Gelato - Then Became One of the World’s Best Bartenders (S12/Ep.08)

Iain McPherson is one of the most respected people in the bar world today - and his story starts in a lucid dream. He was recently named Best International Bar Mentor, while his bar took home awards for Best International Bar Team and World’s Best Cocktail Menu at the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Iain has reimagined what’s possible behind the bar, pioneering freezing techniques that have inspired bartenders around the globe. He shares how studying at Gelato University became the unlikely turning point in his career, and why curiosity and never settling are among his core values. Iain also opens up about his passion for mentorship and sharing Scottish culture through the Panda Highland Games. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Drink… with Iain McPherson.This season of #BeyondtheDrink is brought to you by Fords Gin, - the cocktail gin.Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.Find Beyond the Plate on all major podcast platforms. www.beyondtheplatepodcast.com www.onkappysplate.com