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Content Coordinator & Photographer
Meet Mel, the content coordinator at A Bar Above, who channels her love for storytelling into crafting engaging blogs, emails, and more. A Chapman University alumna, Mel began her professional career as a high school English teacher moonlighting as a wedding photographer, making the leap into the world of mixology content in 2020. Her role keeps her very busy and utilizes all the skills of her past life, combining writing, editing, and lifestyle photography.
When she’s not behind the keyboard or camera, Mel is working out, diving into audiobooks, enjoying a good board game with her husband & kiddo, or surrounded by her small menagerie of cats, dogs, and rabbits. She also frequents fancy cocktail bars for “research” purposes, always on the lookout for the next great drink to share. Her journey from classroom to cocktails has been quite the creative ride, and she’s excited to keep exploring the art of mixology with you. Cheers!
Looking for a fun, unique date night idea? Why not stay in and make your own cocktails together! Check out our curated date night cocktail box– the gift you can use over and over.
Check out A Bar Above’s newest 3-course series about flavor manipulation involving cocktail bitters, tinctures, infusions, and syrups. Click here to learn how to transform your cocktails.
Hosting Hanukkah and not sure which drinks to serve? We have 8 delicious Hanukkah cocktails for you, all based on the 8 pillars of Hanukkah and paired with traditional foods.
Learn the essential bar tools every home bartender or professional mixologist needs, what each one does, and how the right barware makes better cocktails easier to create.
Learn five essential facts about Boston shakers, from why professionals prefer them to tips for sealing, shaking, and separating them with ease.
Learn what to look for in a cocktail strainer, from fit and durability to style, so you can choose the right one for smoother, better cocktails.
Discover our new copper bar tools, crafted for professional performance with a warm finish that brings standout style to any home or commercial bar.
Explore every essential type of cocktail glassware, what each glass is designed for, and how the right choice enhances every drink.
Discover how a lemon squeezer saves time, reduces waste, and makes it easier to create fresh, flavorful cocktails with every squeeze.
Do you know a mom who loves cocktails? See our ultimate cocktail gift guide for Mother’s Day to get some unique gift ideas!
Just getting into making cocktails and not sure what you’ll need in your home bar? Check out our ultimate guide to essential bar tools and more for making drinks at home.
Let’s explore the history of the Boston shaker, one of the most essential bar tools for making cocktails. Read more at A Bar Above.
