In just the past few decades , the occupation of mixologist has go bad from an old - boy internet to a field now reign by woman ( 60 % , according to theBureau of Labor Statistics ) . Yes , Beyonce , girls do , in fact , " run this mother . " The women profiled below stand out not just for being part of one of the most gender - equitable professions around , but also for being among the elite of SA ’s cocktail crafters .

Karah Carmack

Where to find her : ParamourSpecialty:“Well - made classics , along with using a culinary mindset to create new cocktail . When I have the tools , I like to experiment with various chemical in cocktails as well . ”Background:“I’m from San Antonio . I moved aside with my family line in 1995 , but give on my own in 2006.”What she ’s doing when she ’s off the clock:“I like to break out new places to eat and pledge in township ; there are always a ton of new options . I also always make it a point to visit other friends ’ bars to show livelihood . ”What she loves about SA:“The amount of growth is really great to watch take place , and the cultural diversity is ever - expanding . It ’s an exciting era for San Antonio . ”

Cassidy Collins

Where to notice her : GrayzeSpecialty:“I love the classic ! The noose martini , Old Fashioned , and rum cocktail are timeless . ”Background:“I move to SA about a year ago from Chicago , where I survive for 10 years . I ’ve been a Midwest gal my entire life story before coming to Texas ; I uprise up in central Iowa . ”What she ’s doing when she ’s off the clock:“My days off are few and far between , but you will probably witness me rag my bike , reading by the puddle , or hanging with Topper , who ’s both my dog and my good friend . ”What she get laid about SA:“Definitely the weather . It was 70 + academic degree for the integral month of February ! It ’s so strange to me and has been wondrous . Oh , and the breakfast wetback . Chorizo , bonce , and egg is my jam ! ”

Elisabeth Forsythe

Where to get her : bar coach of bothBarbaroandHot JoySpecialty:“Seasonal cocktail . ”Background:“I am from Kansas City , MO , but I ’ve live in SA for most of my life . ”What she ’s doing when she ’s off the clock:“At dwelling house with my dogs or on a beach somewhere . ”What she love about SA:“Oh , adult male , there are so many affair ! The culture is plenteous with music , account , art , music , food , liquor , life . That ’s like a million thing in one . ”

Hillary Woodhouse

Where to incur her : The Esquire TavernSpecialty:“I love making Tiki drinks . Rum is such a divers category , and look combinations seem endless . Plus , leis and surf rock are n’t so bad . ”Background:“I’m from Florida , but I moved here when I was very young . San Antonio has always been home . ”What she ’s doing when she ’s off the clock:“Lately I ’ve been fairly smooth , beguile up on Netflix , use up taco in bed , and doing general detent ma’am thing . I ca n’t stand the cold – not even the South Texas common cold – so as it warms up I ’ll be hitting more of my preferent patio spots . ”What she fuck about SA:“I’ve seen this city turn so much since becoming adult enough to realize what was happening around me . We have a blossom out food and crapulence vista , wonderful museums , a rich history with gross ton of beautiful building , a friendly , neighborly vibration , and a multifariousness that has helped regulate me for the better . There ’s this awesome sentiency of pride we get when we sing about San Antonio . ”

Amanda Snyder

Where to get her : Flying Saucer Draught EmporiumSpecialty:“The Lava Lamp is my touch drink . It includes a hefeweizen ( pale yellow beer ) layered with a nitro stout – usually Guinness – with some Lindemans Framboise dropped in , giving it the appearance of a lava lamp . I also love IPAs , and assist my regulars find the complete beer for them based on their mood , the atmospheric condition , and what sort of smell they are looking for . ”Background:“I’m from Corpus Christi , and graduate from Texas A&M - Corpus Christi with a knight bachelor ’s in business . I move to SA in 2010 and fell in love with the metropolis , the people , and the relaxed vibe . ”What she ’s doing when she ’s off the clock:“I’m an avid proofreader , honey hanging out with my married man and our dog-iron – Tess and Chalupa Batman – and my guinea pig , Sancho . I also love checking out the craft beer scene around town . ”What she roll in the hay about SA:“I love everything about San Antonio ! It is an surprisingly big metropolis with a small - township feel . There is always something new and different to do / see / try here – fun and musicals at the Majestic Theatre , listening to survive medicine – especially dueling pianos . This is a one - in - a - million metropolis . ”

Karah Carmack bartender in San Antonio

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Cassidy Collins at Grayze in San Antonio

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Elisabeth Forsythe bartender at Barbaro and Hot Joy in San Antonio

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Hillary Woodhouse bartender at The Esquire Tavern in San Antonio

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Amanda Snyder San Antonio bartender at Flying Saucer Draught Emporium

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