Billion dollar Bartender -New York

Billion dollar Bartender -New York

Step behind the bar with me as I share insider stories, lessons, and strategies from years of serving high-net-worth individuals who demand nothing short of excellence. This podcast dives into the art and craft of bartending at the highest level—covering everything from elevating guest experiences and mastering service etiquette, to essential tips, tricks, and techniques that separate a good bartender from a truly exceptional one. Whether you’re an aspiring bartender, a seasoned pro, or simply someone who loves cocktail culture, this show offers a rare glimpse into the world of luxury hospitality and the secrets to thriving behind the bar.

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October 6, 2025 33 mins

What happens when two bartenders get thrown into one of the toughest, most disciplined restaurant environments in New York City — and somehow come out as lifelong friends?


In this episode of Billion Dollar Bartender, George “G-Walk” Nwokocha sits down with his brother-in-the-trenches, Steve Sherman, to reminisce about their early days at Houston’s (now Hillstone) — where perfection wasn’t requested, it was required.


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In this episode of Billion Dollar Bartender, George “G-Walk” Nwokocha ditches the script and pours it straight, no chaser. He’s talking gratuity (a.k.a. your rent money), menu strategy (because some drinks make you rich and others just make you tired), and how choosing the right bar to work at can make or break your career. It’s sharp, it’s funny, and it’s painfully true—because G-Walk’s been there, done that, and stacked the tips ...

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Before the first drink is poured, George’s commute is already a circus — subway acrobats, candy sellers, halal carts — all before slipping into the bartender’s uniform of black pants and a tie. Then the real chaos begins: ticket printers firing, martini glasses running out, and corporate suits demanding gift cards like it’s a hostage situation.


In this episode, you’ll learn:


  • Why setting up your bar is half the battle.
  • Ho...
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Ever wonder how one bartender makes singles… while another walks out with a $100 tip? 🍸

In Episode 2 of Billion Dollar Bartender, George spills the secrets: the 5-second rule, seamless service, and why posture + tone matter as much as your pour. Funny stories, real lessons, and tips that pay (literally).


Listen now — and never look at a bar the same way again.


#BillionDollarBartender #BartendingLife #ServiceThatPays #Luxury...

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September 13, 2025 12 mins

Ever wonder how one bartender makes singles… while another walks out with a $100’s as a tip? 🍸

In Episode 2 of Billion Dollar Bartender, George spills the secrets: the 5-second rule, seamless service, and why posture + tone matter as much as your pour. Funny stories, real lessons, and tips that pay (literally).


Listen now — and never look at a bar the same way again.


#BillionDollarBartender #BartendingLife #ServiceThatPays ...

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Episode 1: From Fridays to Billionaires’ Row

George takes listeners on his 25-year bartending journey, from surviving the chaos of the service bar at Fridays in Hackensack, to mojito mayhem at Calle Ocho, to the strict precision of Houston’s, and finally to serving martinis for billionaires on New York City’s Billionaires’ Row. Packed with funny behind-the-bar stories — including a smoking blender disaster and the infamous mob-boss ...

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