It's Traditional

The first thing that Wes Shonk did when he learned he was going to be behind the stick at 1947 Tavern was start learning. He hadn't been anything more than a bar back prior to then, so he threw himself into learning the classics, both how to make them and why they are the way they are. He also devoted himself to learning all that he could about bourbon, the tavern's signature spirit. This devotion to the classics and bourbon led him to Camp Runamok where he learned even more.

Jigger Fingers

Erika Joyner is tasked with creating some the cocktails for Salt of the Earth, though you may know her by her other name, Jigger Fingers. Jigger Fingers come from a story that everyone has a version of, namely experimenting with Green Chartreuse and a lack of proper pirate terminology. (Note, this is why I made it a point to start learning about sailing before booze.)  After dubbing herself Jigger Fingers and then attending events like Tales of the Cocktail and Camp Runamok she is now known around the country as Jigger Fingers.

Dishing Out the Drinks

While Dish Osteria serves primarily Italian/Mediterranean food, their drink selection runs a little more classic and exotic, including one of the only caipirinhas you will find in Pittsburgh. Mastering and serving up these drinks is Raelynn Harshman.

All Star Manager

Sean D. Enright is the General Manger for one of the hottest restaurants in Pittsburgh, Spoon. To set about creating a cocktail menu that equaled the skill and creativity of the dinner menu Sean assembled a team of all star bartenders to sling the booze. Sean is also one of the founding members of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the US Bartender's Guild.