ROBERT SIMONSON has written about cocktails, spirits, bars, and bartenders for the New York Times since 2000. Robert joins the show to chat about his new book Mescal and Tequila Cocktails & More

Author, Cocktail Enthusiast & Traveler, Robert Simonson, Chats His New Book Mezcal and Tequila Cocktails, New York Times, Best Bars in New York & Bourbon  The Birdies & Bourbon team had a blast chatting with New York Times writer Robert Simonson in Brookyn about his new book Mezcal and Tequila Cocktails: Mixed Drinks for the Golden Age of Agave [A Cocktail Recipe Book]. Robert shared some great stories about his favorite bars and cocktails while traveling globe and where to drink in New York City. Be sure to check out Robert Simonson online at https://www.robertsimonson.net/ Mezcal and Tequila Cocktails can be found at your local bookstore or online at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984857746?tag=randohouseinc8259-20 ROBERT SIMONSON writes about cocktails, spirits, bars, and bartenders for the New York Times. He is also contributing editor and columnist at PUNCH. His books include The Old-Fashioned (2014), A Proper Drink (2016) and 3-Ingredient Cocktails (2017), which was nominated for a 2018 James Beard Award, and The Martini Cocktail (2019), which was nominated for an IACP Award. He was also a primary contributor to The Essential New York Times Book of Cocktails (2015). Simonson won the 2019 Spirited Award for Best Cocktail and Spirits Writer, and his work, which has also appeared in Saveur, Bon Appetit, Food & Wine, New York magazine, and Lucky Peach, has been nominated for a total of eleven Spirited Awards and three IACP Awards. A native of Wisconsin, he lives in Brooklyn. Apparel for the show provided by turtleson. Be sure to check them out online for the new season lineup at https://turtleson.com/ The Neat Glass. Be sure to check out The Neat Glass online at theneatglass.com or on Instagram @theneatglass for an improved experience and use discount code: bb10 to receive your Birdies & Bourbon discount. Thank you for taking the time listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram ( @birdies_bourbon)