The Imbible

The Imbible THE IMBIBLE combines music and comedy with history, science, and of course cocktails to take audienc

Set in an authentic New York speakeasy that was actually used as a meeting place by the notorious Tammany Society, The Imbible follows in the footsteps of hit comedy-edutainment shows like Assume the Position with Mr. Wuhl and Colin Quinn’s Long Story Short, sweeping audiences along a 10,000-year journey through history and across the globe accompanied by craft cocktails and the vocal stylings of

The Backwaiters acapella group! Sit back and enjoy the music and drinks while Anthony holds forth on the history and science behind alcoholic beverages, traces their economic and political impact on our cultural development, conducts live demonstrations of brewing beer and distilling spirits, and – like any good bartender – keeps his guests laughing throughout the night! Combining Anthony’s encyclopedic knowledge of beverage history and decades of bartending experience with his legendary skills as a storyteller and entertainer, The Imbible treats audiences to a completely original and thoroughly enjoyable evening of immersive theatre utterly unlike anything they’ve ever experienced!

If you're at Bar Convent Brooklyn this week, check out my panel:Hacking Non-Alcoholic Cocktails - Science, Systems, and ...
06/09/2025

If you're at Bar Convent Brooklyn this week, check out my panel:

Hacking Non-Alcoholic Cocktails - Science, Systems, and Service
Main Stage, Building 5, Second Floor
Wednesday, Jun 11th
05:45 PM - 06:30 PM

This session will provide a roadmap to developing mouthfeel, texture, flavor construction, piquancy, heat, and balance in your cocktails from scratch, all without the use of alcohol. Learn from a panel of experts about botanical properties, molecular structure, and their experiences creating expressive liquids using alcohol-free distillation. Plus, hear how to apply these techniques to menu-ready cocktails that are not only delicious but also re-creatable and appealing on any menu.

https://www.barconventbrooklyn.com/en-us/education/education-schedule/session-details.4302.239340.hacking-non_alcoholic-cocktails-_-science-systems-and-service.html

8 Underrated Mexican Spirits You Should Know, According To Bartenders - delish“Sotol can taste similar to agave spirits,...
05/06/2025

8 Underrated Mexican Spirits You Should Know, According To Bartenders - delish

“Sotol can taste similar to agave spirits, though some find it to have a more pronounced grass note,” says Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at the Institute of Culinary Education.

There's a lot more to Mexico than tequila and mezcal.

As part of this year's series of events, I'm partnering with The United Theatre and the Dante Society of Westerly for ...
02/13/2025

As part of this year's series of events, I'm partnering with The United Theatre and the Dante Society of Westerly for a tasting and deep-dive into the evolution, ingredient history, and cultural significance of ! Sunday, March 9th at 4P, tickets are on sale now at:

As part of the SoupyFest series of events, the UNITED in partnership with the Dante Society of Westerly presents Anthony Caporale for a tasting and deep-dive into the evolution, ingredient history…

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THEATRE FOR THE THIRSTY.

"Absolutely must-do in NYC!" -Thrillist

1 PART EDUCATION. 2 PARTS RECREATION. Hailed as “remarkably compelling” by Time Out New York and consistently rated 5 stars by audiences as one of the best Off-Broadway shows on sites like Google, TripAdvisor, and Yelp, A SPIRITED HISTORY OF DRINKING sweeps you along a 10,000-year journey through history and across the globe, accompanied by three complimentary craft cocktails and world-class a ca****la music! Now entering its sixth year as one of the longest-running Off-Broadway shows of all time, this groundbreaking production pours through the history and science behind cocktails and spirits, traces their economic and political impact on our cultural development, conducts live demonstrations of brewing and distillation, and of course keeps you laughing throughout the night!

"One of the five best things to do in New York City!" -NewYork.com

Presented in its entirety in a bar, A SPIRITED HISTORY OF DRINKING will treat you to a completely original and thoroughly enjoyable evening of immersive Off-Broadway theater utterly unlike anything you’ve ever experienced! Guests leave educated, entertained, and buzzing with spirit. A limited number of Premium Tickets are available for each performance that include a Champagne Cocktail as a fourth drink and seating at the bar.

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