As the bartender at Loa (221 Camp St., 504-553-9550; www.ihhotel.com) in the International House Hotel, Alan Walter is known for his narrative drink descriptions and tinctures, syrups and bitters he ...

Alan Walter at the Brakes Bar in Baton Rouge. Walter was announced as a semifinalist for a James Beard Award Jan. 22. He is the first-ever James Beard semifinalist from Baton Rouge. Provided photo ...