Anne Groubet, Callooh Callay, LondonWhere did you learn your craft?
At work, by doing it and from the people I worked with.
Name a few of the places you’ve worked.
The International; Callooh Callay.
Who’s the most inspiring person you’ve worked with and why?
Everyone at Callooh Callay, for their passion and creativity. I am learning from everyone I work with.
What makes a good bartender?
Again, passion for what you are doing.
Which bartenders do you admire and why?
There are so many amazing bartenders in London that I can’t choose.
What’s your proudest moment as a bartender?
When my customers leaves happy
Shaken or stirred?
Stirred.
What’s your favourite drink?
To mix:
Corpse Reviver number 2
To drink:
As above.
On your menu:
Captain Cuba.
What’s your definition of a bartender and a mixologist and where do you fit in?
I don’t think there is a difference.
What’s your favourite ingredient?
Gin.
Where do you drink off duty?
Usually a gastro pub on Sunday with a roast.
What’s your essential piece of bar kit?
A barspoon.
What’s your failsafe recipe to mix at home?
A Martinez.
If you could mix a cocktail for anyone alive or dead, who would it be and why?
Amy Winehouse.
Find Anne tending bar at Callooh Callah, 65 Rivington Street, EC2A 3AY. T: 020 7739 4781. calloohcallaybar.com.
