Billy Valadez
APR 24  7PM-10PM

Meet Billy Valadez: Chicago's Maverick Mixologist

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Born and bred in Rogers Park, Billy Valadez isn't your typical bartender – he's a boundary-pushing alchemist who's rewriting the rules of mixology. His signature? Transforming Chicago's notorious Malört from a local dare into a craft cocktail star.

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With over a decade in the hospitality industry, and a 'learn-by-doing' philosophy, Billy's self-taught journey from teenage busser to innovative mixologist embodies true Chicago grit. His bold experiments – like the audacious Malört-Jäegermeister fusion – prove that great cocktails are born from courage, not convention.

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Drawing inspiration from Prohibition-era Chicago, Billy's exclusive Malört-based menu pays homage to the spirit's medicinal roots while pushing it into the future. Each creation challenges perceptions and proves that even the most polarizing flavors can become something extraordinary in the right hands.

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His motto? Innovation over imitation. His mission? Crafting cocktails that don't just satisfy – they surprise, intrigue, and redefine what's possible in a glass.

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