"In my time working with Garnett I’ve learned her success is not just an effect of her business savvy. She cares equally about culture, her customers, and rum — and that’s why I’m ecstatic Pa’lante is part of her bar program."
Eric Zurita, Pa’Lante Rum
"Garnett is a pioneer in the space of modern-day rum bar owners. At her rum bar in Flatbush, you could explore the Caribbean and the Americas through the rum tour that is the back bar of The Rogers Garden. To have rums from Spiribam’s fine rum portfolio and the rums from my birthplace St Lucia represented at Garnett’s bars is a testament to her vision of educating her community and neighbors on fine quality rums from around the world.
Kigan Jo, Spiribam Fine Spirits Portfolio Bounty Rum & Chairman’s Reserve Spiced RumMarket Manager
"What Garnett is doing for not only the Brooklyn Rum community but the global Rum community is monumental. She is helping lead the way for Rum on one of the biggest mixology stages, Brooklyn NY and it’s an honor that our brand Wray&Nephew is there to represent Jamaican rum like she is representing us."
Abdul Fofanah, Wray & Nephew
"The Rogers Garden quickly became one of my favorite bars in NY. The vibe here is incredible between the music, the beautiful outdoor patio, special pop up events, the classy indoor bar, and the welcoming owner, Garnett Phillip. And I haven’t even mentioned yet the fantastic cocktails! I’m a daiquiri fanatic, and the daiquiris here are all that I hope for. The rum selection is excellent because Garnett and her crew have worked hard to be in the know. So worthwhile to visit! "
Karen Hoskin, Montanya Rum
The Rum Bar is one of my Favorite rum bars in NYC. Garnett is the owner & an entrepreneur with multiple businesses. She is a true rum connoisseur, who’s always figuring out different ways to elevate her cocktail menu. As a woman in this male dominated industry, it’s inspiring to see other women thrive in this world. Please if you haven’t been at The Rum Bar BK, you must go!”
Daniella Sanchez, Area Manager - Dos Maderas Rum
“While I didn’t know a lot about Garnett prior meeting her, I knew she has a love, passion and tremendous palate for rum. Watching Garnett’s reaction to tasting Coconut Cartel for the first time was simply wonderful. “
Phil Barlow, Coconut Cartel
"Garnett's commitment to running a top notch bar is palpable. Her passion for sharing her love and appreciation for Caribbean rum and culture goes way beyond the rums on the backbar - which is one of best collections of bottles in NYC, to the choice of music, decor, and the warm, friendly service offered by the The Rogers Garden. Garnett has built a number of relationships with brands, and offered a robust and engaging series of programming - which showcase Caribbean music an culture, alongside spirits educators offered by some of Brooklyn’s top experts in the industry. It has been a pleasure see Garnett embrace charing rum education, and the ongoing work she undertakes to pass this knowledge on to her team and her guests."
Shannon Mustipher, Global Rum Ambassador
Author of “Tiki: Modern Tropical Cocktails
Cocktail Sketches Were Designed by Garnett Phillip. She can create sketches for your event, bar menu or tastings.
