The Bartending Legend: Jerry Foley
Jerry Foley, the co-creator of the fuzzy navel for DeKuyper, is a no-nonsense bartender who has gained a national following with Bartender magazine. He takes the "on-premise pouring profession" seriously and has built a reputation as an expert in the field, despite his humble beginnings as a Marine who drank shots and beer.
Foley has amassed a collection of over 1,500 cocktail recipe books and 368 cocktail shakers, including one made from an artillery shell. He believes in keeping cocktails simple and believes every bar should have a signature drink that abides by this cardinal rule.
The Farewell of Boston's Real-Life 'Cheers' Bartender
Eddie Doyle, the bartender who inspired the television show "Cheers," has been laid off from the tavern that served as the setting for the iconic series. Doyle had worked at the bar, originally called the Bull & Finch Pub, for decades, becoming a fixture in the lives of both regular patrons and tourists alike.
Doyle's exit has been described as the "end of an era" by his longtime friend and fellow bartender Tommy Leonard. Doyle's role at the bar was that of a "ringmaster," as he welcomed a diverse array of customers, from college professors to working men, and presided over the bar's lively atmosphere.
