EP 30 Meet Derick Santiago: Mocktail Wiz

I am thrilled to welcome Derick Santiago of Mocktail Wiz to the podcast!  Derick is a certified mixologist based in Southern California. He created Mocktail Wiz, an Instagram page and website dedicated to craft mocktails, non-alcoholic cocktail recipes, and mindful mixology techniques. He has worked as a mocktail recipe designer, photographer, and video creator with leading brands in the non-alcoholic beverage industry.With his last drink on June 4th, 2022, Derek embarked on a new journey, and now, over a year later, he commemorated the anniversary of his Mocktail Wiz on Instagram.Derick's Mocktail Wiz account on Instagram is a treasure trove of mocktail recipes, tips for navigating bars without an alcohol menu, and the heartwarming story of his mixology certification journey with A Bar Above. Derick's transformation extends beyond his personal life and spills over into his social circles, where he's found a global community of like-minded individuals. He reveals how his transition from alcohol to mocktails led to deeper, meaningful connections and improved his social skills. Derick walks us through his Hibiscus Sunrise mocktail creation, which he presented for his final mixology exam. Derick can be found on TikTok, Instagram & Facebook Send me a message about the show! Join the community of mocktail-loving ladies in the Mocktail Social Club. Instagram: @Mocktail.MomMocktail Book: The Happiest HourWebsite: MocktailMom.com        You are loved. Big Time Cheers!