Episode 11: Joann Spiegel

Radio Imbibe

Joann Spiegel is the manager of Miracle, a holiday-themed pop-up event that annually attracts more than 100 participating bars worldwide. For this episode, we chat with her about the process of developing a regular menu of holiday cocktails; some of the challenges of coordinating such an event in different cities and countries; and the importance of holiday celebrations in the era of COVID.

In 2018, Imbibe’s annual Holiday Drinks feature was dedicated exclusively to the cocktails served at Miracle. Check out the recipes for festive drinks from past Miracle menus including And a Partridge in a Pear Tree, Bad Santa, and the Naughty and Nice holiday shots. And find a participating Miracle bar (or the tropically themed Sippin’ Santa companion popup) near you, for take-out cocktails or safe-sipping outdoor service, where available.

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