womanthismonth.com | JANUARY 2026 DINING 95 In this Woman This Month edition of The Brewed & Blended Show, we spotlight a mixologist shaping Bahrain’s bar culture on her own terms. Rapid Fire with Roza Kaloutsikou – Gulf Hotel Bahrain Hey Roza — what are we mixing today? Roza: New York Sour. Your mixology style in three words. Roza: Less is more. The one drink that instantly kicks off your night? Roza: Negroni. Sweet or strong? Roza: Strong. How did you get behind the bar? Roza: During my uni years. The best thing about working at Typhoon? Roza: The people. Here, we’re a family. The most popular drink on the menu? Roza: Picasso. If Bahrain were a cocktail, what would it taste like? Roza: Boulevardier. The very first drink you ever mastered? Roza: Whiskey Sour. Your favourite ingredient to play with? Roza: Figs. If your drink could sing, which song would it be? Roza: Be Yourself by Audioslave. Your message to women mixologists out there? Roza: Be yourself. Dare, experiment, and don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do it. Your dream guest to mix a drink for? Roza: Brandon Boyd from Incubus. A mixology trend you’re loving right now? Roza: Low-ABV spritzes, and savoury, umami profiles. The best life tip you’ve ever received? Roza: Always try to travel and meet different people from around the world. And finally… brewed or blended? Roza: Blended! Roza Kaloutsikou Episode 8 Gulf Hotel Bahrain Watch the Video Episode 8 focuses on Roza Kaloutsikou, outlet manager at Gulf Hotel Bahrain. We caught up with her for a rapid-fire round offering a glimpse into her approach behind the bar.
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