Lucinda Sterling is one of those awe-inspiring people who leaves you wanting to be her, and her best friend at the same time. A veteran and trailblazer of the cocktail scene, Lucinda’s journey to becoming a cocktail expert, menu consultant and partner of two successful bars has been far from conventional.

For our inaugural #mixologistsofny feature and International Women’s Day, we’re toasting to Paula Lukas, Bar Manager and Head Bartender at Nur, New York City. Inspired by her world travels, background in musical theater,…