Can You Pour a Perfect Pint on a Budget? What’s it really like running a pub in the middle of nowhere? Is it possible to drink (and dine) well without spending a fortune? Jordon grabs a seat at the bar with Britain's most beloved bartender, First Dates star and publican Merlin Griffiths, to talk all things booze, bargains, and business.

What You’ll Discover In This Episode:

Pub Life on a Budget – How Merlin keeps prices down at his countryside pub (and why £4.20 is a steal for a pint).

Supermarket Spirits – The award-winning £10 gins and why own-label alcohol might just surprise you.

The Real Cost of Loyalty – Why Merlin avoids loyalty schemes and digital coupons.

Yellow Sticker Treasures – The £10 côte de boeuf story that’ll make you want to check the reduced section every time.

Behind the Bar at First Dates – How Merlin landed his role and what 12 seasons of dating disasters have taught him.

Invest in Hi-Fi – The one thing Merlin says is always worth the money, no matter your budget.

Drink Deals & Data – The truth about “free” apps, email spam, and whether discounts are really worth the trade.

Best Freebie Ever? – Let’s just say it involves 800,000 air miles and years of first-class travel…

Merlin Griffiths is a bartender, broadcaster, and publican with nearly 30 years behind the bar. Best known for serving up support and cocktails on Channel 4’s First Dates, he’s also a passionate advocate for small businesses and hospitality reform. [www.instagram.com/merlinfdc4]

Jordon Cox, instantly recognisable as Britain’s Coupon King, is the UK’s most respected deal-hunter, known for finding incredible bargains and helping people save money. Starting as a cash-strapped teenager, he gained national fame for slashing grocery bills. With over a decade of experience, Jordon shares his expertise on TV, radio, and social media, reaching millions weekly.

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