About Shipnut and his Mixed Drinks and Cocktails

Hey there, I’m Kevin, but around here everyone calls me Shipnut.
I’m a New England guy who’s been soaking up the Florida sun for over twenty years — and yeah, I’ve gone full tiki.

A while back, I looked at my old storage shed and thought, “That’d make one hell of a tiki bar.”
Fast forward a few power tools, late nights, and maybe too many taste tests later… now I’ve got a full-blown backyard tiki bar that’s become my happy place. It’s where friends and family gather for laughs, stories, and cocktails that taste like vacation in a glass.

These days, I share that same vibe online — mixing up new tiki cocktails, posting recipes, and hosting Tiki Talk The Podcast, where life’s too short to take seriously. Whether it’s brewing something smooth with Aroma Ridge Coffee Roasters or pouring a little liquid sunshine from CW Spirits, I love bringing those island flavors and good laughs to everyone who drops by.

When I’m not behind the bar, I’m usually traveling, grilling something up, or out with my dogs chasing sunsets. I’m big on keeping life fun, staying positive, and trying new things — because why not?

So grab a drink, pull up a stool, and hang out for a while.
Around here, it’s all about good drinks, good laughs, and good company.

Cheers,
Shipnut