Hannah Spear

Hannah Spear | Bartender Atlas

Who | Hannah Spear
Where | Chicago, Illinois, USA
Current Bar | Bisous
Past Bar(s) | Cindy’s Rooftop, MONEYGUN
Favourite Spirit | Cognac
Favourite Juice | Green
Favourite Classic Cocktail | Brandy Crusta
First Classic Cocktail you ever had | Daiquiri
Favourite Part of the Job | Juggling so many things, constantly! I love the puzzle of being as efficient, organized and thoughtful as possible, all while giving great hospitality.
Favourite After Work Drink | Whiskey, neat
Favourite bar in the world | Four Moon Tavern (Chicago)
Best known for | Very smart and funny, great smile.
Favourite “at work” memory | Every time someone comes in seeming out of their element and I’m able to make them feel comfortable. I can honestly say that watching people realize they’re in a safe place and ask questions and try something new is a favorite memory every single time. It gives me so much joy to help make cocktails and spirits less intimidating for people, and to arm them with knowledge to take into the world of bro-y bartenders.

What’s the most popular cocktail in your city? Difficult. Dirty martini?
Favourite thing about your city | The architecture

Who is your favourite fictional bartender? Sookie Stackhouse from True Blood 
What was the last photo that you took? Car selfie
Where is one place that you have never been but would like to travel to? Japan
Any claims to fame? Speed Rack Finalist, NOLA 2025

Aperitivo or Digestivo? Aperitivo
Sparkling or Flat? Sparkling
Paper Plane or Penicillin? Paper Plane
Sherry or Vermouth? Not fair.

Are you available for freelance gigs? Yes
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