Pablo Moix, bartender and artist
Art Beyond the Glass may have been almost 2 months ago but it was one of the most exciting cocktail events LA’s seen in a while. Conceived by bartender Zahra Bates of Providence and Daniel Djang of the cocktail blog, Thirsty in LA,
The event was a showcase of local bartenders’ other talents which included music, art and magic. Proceeds benefited Inner-City Arts.
Never Let Me Go by Matt Biancaniello
I got to Sadie where Art Beyond the Glass was held and was greeted by Matt Biancaniello and his Never Let Me Go drink. The Cynar, Creme de Cassis and blood orange drink was refreshing after a brief wait in the hot sun (tickets were even burning!). Check out Matt’s recipe on Thirsty in LA’s post.
Becherovka posters
The front parlor had vintage posters of Becherovka which later served as the DJ stand. This room erupted into a wild dance party that my knees didn’t thank me for later.
Allan Katz
The first DJ I heard out back was Allan Katz, bar manager at Cana Rum Bar.
Jason Schiffer
I enjoyed the cocktail by Jason Schiffer from 320 Main. It featured St. George Terroir gin and their absinthe which I also really like. Check out the recipe on Thirsty in LA.
Mia M for Sailor Jerry
Mia “Tall Mia” Mastroianni, the head bartender from SoHo House helped out the other Mia, Mia Sarazen at the Sailor Jerry corner.
Sailor Jerry Bloody Mary
I was blown away by the Sailor Jerry Bloody Mary. The bacon was even cooked with the same spices used in Sailor Jerry.
sangrita
The Lil’ Twisted Sangrita Tour with Cari Hah and Jaymee Mandeville arrived at Sadie. Along with 123 Tequila, their sangrita was one of the favorites of the day.
Ricky Yarnell
It’s always a good time with bartender Ricky Yarnell who mixed up his Faultline Old Fashioned with St. George Bontanivore gin, chrysanthemum syrup, rosemary water mist and Miracle Mile orange bitters.
auction items
auction items
There were many great auction items including paintings and prints of gorgeous cocktails. I was particularly intrigued by graphic style of China Morbosa from Eveleigh.
jello shots from Edwin Cruz
drinks from Edwin Cruz
Every time I walked by, Tlapazola Grill’s Edwin Cruz was making something new but he also had jello shots. My favorite was the mezcal Mai Tai jello shot.
Lindsay Nader
One of the favorite cocktails of the day was Lindsay Nader’s Awesome Possum. Anything with Scotch gets me going. The boozy shake was made with Auchentoshan, strawberry soda, vanilla ice cream and topped with a strawberry.
Fernet Julep
My ultimate favorite drink of the day was the Fernet Mint Julep from China Morbosa. It probably is cheating to like a drink with Fernet in it.
Cooper Gillepsie from the Thirsty Crow with her band Mad Planet
Justin Pike
LA’s Best Bartender Justin Pike tending bar in the front Parlor.
Rosie from Big Bar
Rosie from Big Bar getting down on the back patio was one of my favorite things ever from the day.
Dance Party
As mentioned the front Parlor was the place to be.
Dan Dunn
And our favorite Imbiber, Dan Dunn looking dapper with his drink at Art Beyond the Glass.
I heard rumors of Art Beyond the Glass traveling to Portland Cocktail Week (gosh, I hope it’s true) but until then, I eagerly await for the next one in L.A. Thanks to Daniel and Zahra for putting out the best cocktail event in the summer in L.A. And thanks to all the talented bartenders who either slung drinks or showed off their other considerable talents. Check out the following links for some music videos!
See all photos from Art Beyond the Glass here.
VIDEO: Erik Trickett & his sister Lauren Trickett playing music at ABTG
VIDEO: Laura & Ian playing music at ABTG – part I
VIDEO: Laura & Ian playing music at ABTG – part II
More posts about Art Beyond the Glass:
Lindsay Nader’s Recap on Thirsty in LA
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