Behind the Bar: Ashley Danella

By Aurora Rodriguez8/26/2010

For Miami Beach bartender Ashley Danella, her love for the beach and its vibrant nightlife made her trek to the Magic City from a childhood spent growing up in Boca Raton. An avid fitness lover and self-proclaimed homebody, it’s usually behind the bar at Burger & Beer Joint in Miami Beach where many see her shine as she flashes a gleaming smile and mixes up their favorite concoction.

Danella took the time to chat with us about her love of mixology and what makes for a very unique signature shot.

Has anything unusual happened to you while bartending?
Working in South Beach, I always serve athletes and celebrities, and my friends that come in are pretty wild on a regular basis. There have been food fights, a little bit of exhibitionism, and one night involving an inflatable farm animal... but what happens at B&B, stays at B&B! What most people consider unusual is a nightly occurrence at my bar.

Do you have a signature drink?
I wouldn't quite call it a "signature drink", but there is a drink, shot rather, that I am known for. It's called a "Recycled Shot". I pour a shot of Jameson into a shot glass, take it into my mouth, swish it around and spit it back into the glass. The customer then takes the shot and on request I proceed to give them a nice slap in the face! Sounds pretty ridiculous, and gross, I know. It all started out as a joke with a few regulars and just sort of grew from there.

Tell me something people don't know about you.
As loud and crazy as I may seem behind the bar, I am actually super mellow outside of work. I'm a homebody, I love to stay in and watch movies, bake, and cook dinner for my friends.

What do you love about the Miami nightlife?
There really is something for everybody. And somewhere to go at almost any hour.

What’s your favorite thing about bartending?
It's my outlet. It gives me a chance to play, entertain, and let my alter ego run rampant. It's also a great way to meet lots of really awesome people.

From the book of Barguments -  True or False: 40 is too old to do a shot of Jagermeister at a bar. Why or why not?
You're NEVER too old to do a shot of Jager! It's always an experience one needs to have.

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Average rating based on 4 reviews.

2.5

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Lola87

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Posted on Tue, 11.30.2010 @ 17:09

One of my favorite bartenders in the city.. no THE WORLD!! Sitting at Ashley's bar is definitely not for the faint of heart but her regulars, who include industry folk from all the best spots on the beach, know its always a good time =) "pure dumb" is your decision to judge people based on something like tattoos.... Read more

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benkofop786

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Posted on Tue, 11.30.2010 @ 16:17

I know that recycled shots sound a lil raunchy...but ashley is just giving the customers what they want. She is by far 1 of the sweetest and best bartenders on Miami Beach. I would never order one of those things but she makes a killer margarita. BnB late night is a local favorite in South Beach...industry people from Fountainbleau, the W hotel, Prime 112, and many others are spotted at Ashley's bar EVERY night she works there. Its great food and a super fun atmosphere...I suggest you check it out before passing judgement...In fact 1 of Ahley's favorite sayings is "DON'T JUDGE ME." ...I'm a regular of hers...it's actually kind of fun to watch her slap the idiots in the face when they order that shot...and pay $20 for it to boot.... Read more

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ljsmiami

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Posted on Mon, 10.04.2010 @ 12:53

Thats F'n Nasty! Who knows where this womans mouth was before she came to work. I mean you could end up w a pubic hair in your shot. Isnt that a health violation? ... Read more

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trainer1

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Posted on Mon, 08.30.2010 @ 12:05

as much as i love B&B this girl is nuts, a recycled shot? pure dumb, she could have done something smarter unlike her decision to tattoo herself that way. that says alot about her... Read more

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