{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65fdb820b5218f001713c89b/67a14e3bd4ac62b7f5bd2539?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ryan Chetiyawardana (Mr. Lyan) Breaking the Rules of Bartending","description":"<p>This week, Damian sits down with one of the most innovative minds in the cocktail industry, <strong>Ryan Chetiyawardana</strong> (aka <em>Mr. Lyan</em>). Renowned for challenging conventions and pioneering some of the world’s most groundbreaking cocktail bars, Ryan takes us on a deep dive into his journey from chef to bartender, the philosophy behind his award-winning bars, and his approach to sustainability, flavor, and creativity.</p><p>From ripping up the rulebook with <em>White Lyan</em> (the first cocktail bar to remove ice, citrus, and perishables) to his new Irish whiskey project, <em>Fierfield</em>, Ryan shares his insights on how bartenders can break boundaries and make drinks that truly connect with people.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2><strong>What We Cover in This Episode</strong></h2><p>🍸 <strong>Ryan’s Journey</strong> – How he transitioned from the kitchen to the bar and what drew him to cocktails.</p><p>🔥 <strong>White Lyan &amp; Challenging Cocktail Traditions</strong> – The radical concept behind <em>White Lyan</em> and why it became a game-changer.</p><p>🌍 <strong>Sustainability in Bars</strong> – Why sustainability is more than just cutting food waste and how bars can make a real impact.</p><p>🏆 <strong>Winning ‘World’s Best Bar’ (Three Times!)</strong> – What it takes to lead an award-winning bar and how the industry has evolved.</p><p>🥃 <strong>Firefield – A New Take on Irish Whiskey</strong> – How Ryan is rethinking whiskey by blending tradition with innovative infusions.</p><p>📖 <strong>Masterclass &amp; Making Cocktails More Accessible</strong> – His experience teaching cocktail creation and making mixology easy for everyone.</p><p>🍵 <strong>Underrated &amp; Overrated Cocktail Ingredients</strong> – Why <em>tea</em> is a must-have and why fresh strawberries might be overrated.</p><p>🚀 <strong>Advice for Bartenders &amp; Hospitality Pros</strong> – Finding your unique path in the industry and embracing your passions.</p><p><br></p><h2><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></h2><p>✔️ The best cocktail bars challenge conventions while staying rooted in hospitality.</p><p>✔️ Sustainability is about more than just food waste—it’s about industry-wide change.</p><p>✔️ Cocktails should be fun, engaging, and made for <em>everyone</em>, not just the elite.</p><p>✔️ The best bartenders understand flavors, storytelling, and human connection.</p><p><br></p><h2><br></h2><h2><strong>Guest Links &amp; Recommendations</strong></h2><p>🔗 <strong>Follow Ryan Chetiyawardana</strong> – <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/mrlyan\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@MrLyan</a></p><p>🔗 <strong>Explore Ryan’s Bars &amp; Projects</strong> – <a href=\"https://www.mrlyan.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Mr. Lyan Website</a></p><p>📖 <strong>Ryan’s Books</strong> – <em>Good Things to Drink</em> &amp; <em>Good Things to Mix</em></p><p>📺 <strong>Masterclass</strong> – Watch Ryan’s cocktail course alongside Lynette Marrero</p><p>🥃 <strong>Firefield Whiskey</strong> – Ryan’s latest Irish whiskey project with JJ Corry</p><p>📚 <strong>Book Recommendations:</strong> <em>The Bartender’s Manual</em> (Jim Meehan), <em>Flavorama</em> (Dr. Arielle Johnson)</p><p><br></p><p>#CocktailAcademy #RyanChetiyawardana #MrLyan #CocktailPodcast #Mixology #BartenderLife #SustainableCocktails #WhiskeyInnovation</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Damian Cole"}