Mixology, Migration, and Margarita Magic: Sushmita Malakar Shares Her Journey
In this episode of The Hustlers Podcast, host Jai Desai sits down with Sushmita Malakar, a talented mixologist based in Austin, Texas. Sushmita delves into her transition from a data scientist in India to a full-time mixologist in the U.S. She provides insights into her journey, including attending the New York Bartending School and curating unique cocktails for various events. The episode covers a variety of topics such as the art of mixology, building a network as an immigrant, engaging with clients, working with alcohol brands, and useful tips for budding mixologists. Sushmita also shares fun anecdotes from her events, cultural differences in drink preferences, and practical advice on how to avoid and cure hangovers.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:07 Personal Anecdotes and Cultural Insights
00:43 Mixology and Client Preferences
01:36 Guest Introduction: Sushmita Malakar
02:39 Sushmita's Journey into Mixology
05:18 Building a Career in Mixology
13:42 Networking and Client Acquisition
18:33 Working with Brands and Content Creation
28:48 Event Types and Pricing Strategies
32:21 Growing on Instagram
34:49 Finding Your Niche in Content Creation
36:22 Earnings and Workload of a Mixologist
38:28 Personality Traits for Success in Mixology
44:47 Cultural Insights and Mixology
49:32 Challenges and Realities of Being a Mixologist
56:52 Rapid Fire Round: Fun and Favorites
01:03:51 Conclusion and Contact Information
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