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Australia's "Best Bartenders" and was publishing cocktail recipes across the country. Soole's rise through the ranks has dovetailed nicely with the revival of the cocktail scene, which reached its heyday in the 1950s and '60s, then dropped off North America's radar in the 1970s. Today, bartending is once again a respectable profession, and the art of mixology is finding its way into the most sophisticated dining establishments – often with the help and inspiration of their chefs. Translation: the modern-day cocktail popularity parade is being led by "culinary" concoctions that make extensive use of herbs, juices, infusions and tinctures, along with Rake up the rewards and get 20 Bonus CAA Dollars® on your first purchase! Apply for your new BCAA MasterCard®* today and you'll receive 20 Bonus CAA Dollars when you make your first purchase by November 15, 2011. classic drinks inspired by historical recipes and techniques and the re-introduction of rare, exotic ingredients. Interestingly, this worldwide trend has found its strongest Canadian expression in Vancouver, where, according to Soole, the growth of cocktail culture has been "meteoric." All of which only further fuels Soole's passion for the culinary arts and the lore and legend of alcoholic beverages. He collects arcane pre-Prohibition bartending books, cocktail shakers, soda siphons, ice picks and swizzle sticks – albeit not with the same zeal he once did, due to the moderating influence of his wife. The birth of a daughter has also prompted him to shut down his business sidelines to devote more time on the home front, though he remains fully dedicated to "getting Clive's name on the world stage." Earn up to 1% CAA Dollars on your purchases and up to 2% on net purchases at Husky and Mohawk locations. BCAA No Fee MasterCard Apply online today at bcaa.fallrewards.ca Use invitation code: F1BCNF ©2011 BCAA. ®All rights reserved. ®CAA, CAA logo and CAA Dollars trademark is owned by, and use is granted by, the Canadian Automobile Association. ®*MasterCard is a registered trademark of MasterCard International Incorporated and used pursuant to license. The 20 CAA Bonus Dollars are available upon credit approval and first purchase by November 15, 2011. WESTWORLD p22-27_Profile.indd 25 >> FA L L 2 0 1 1 25 8/17/11 12:17:10 PM