Episodes

This week, we finishing ushering in the New Year with our discussion of Champagne! On this extra sized episode, we talk about the regional pride of the Champagnois, how the region fought to protect the uniqueness of their product, and their country in the Second World War! Cocktails Discussed: Sauf l'Honneur 1 oz. Pimm's Cup No. 1 1 oz. Schlichte Steinhager Gin 2 fresh strawberries 1 teaspoon powdered sugar 2 oz. Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs Muddle the strawberries and sugar with the Stein...

Happy New Year! To kick off 2024, we are joined by our wonderful producer Jenz as we take a closer look at the drink of New Year's celebrations the world over! How did champagne become synonymous with celebrations, luxury, and class? Why is it so fiercely protected, and is it deserving of all the fuss? We dive into all of this and more! Cocktails discussed: La Diablé Hygienique 3/4 oz. Wild Roots Orange & Bergamot Gin 1/2 oz. Valdespino Sherry Vermouth 1/2 oz. fresh squeezed orange juice 1...

We are once again joined by Lydia Neeley for this festive episode! We take a look at the quintessential Christmas drink that is eggnog, and ask how it became so connected to the holidays, where did it come from, and what exactly is eggnog in the first place? We also take a look at some eggnog from around the world, and some of its distant cousins. Happy holidays, and we hope you enjoy! Cocktails Discussed: Tamagozake 1 egg 2 tablespoons honey 8 oz. Hakutsuru Junmai Sake Heat the sake in a ...

This week, we continue our discussion of all things sherry with Bob Gardner! Having discussed the production of sherry, we now turn to its history. Why is sherry so beloved by the British? Why is it so integral to the sherry triangle? And what does Sir Francis Drake have to with it all? We answer all of these questions and more this week? Drink Discussed: 1 1/2 oz. Valdespino Innocente Manzanilla Sherry 1 1/2 oz. Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth 1/4 oz. Lagavulin 12 Year Special 1 drop Angostura Bi...

This week, for the holiday weekend, we're reaching into the vault and releasing one of our nightcaps! Enjoy as we continue our discussion of another fall holiday festival - Oktoberfest! Cocktail Discussed: München Pick Me Up 2 oz. Asbach Brandy 1/4 oz. Luxardo Apricot Liqueur 1/4 oz. Lemon Juice 3-4 oz. Paulaner Märzen Combine the first three ingredients in a shaker with ice, and shake until chilled. Strain into a coupe glass, and top with the Märzen, and garnish with a lemon twist.

This week, we are once again joined by the wonderful Bob Gardner to talk about Sherry! We first dive into what sherry is, exactly. How is it made, where it's from, and why it's so unappreciated! Cocktail Discussed: Non Plus Ultra 2 oz. Valdespino "Tio Diego" Amontillado Sherry 1/3 oz. Calwise Smoked Cherry Gin 1 sugar cube 2 orange slices Muddle the sugar cube with a little bit of water in the bottom of a shaker tin. Add the two orange slices, and muddle further. Add the remaining ingredi...

This week, we're releasing one of our nightcaps from the vaults! Join us as we continue our chat with Sarah and Marko Suput, with an added guest appearance, as we talk about the Rock 12 distillery, fruit brandies, and wedding traditions! Cocktail Discussed: 1 1/2 oz. Golden Beaver Biba Soju 3/4 oz. lemon juice 1/2 oz. Indigeny Reserve Orangecello 1/2 oz. Victus Amaro 1 orange slice 1 oz. Prosecco Add the first four ingredients into a shaker tin, and muddle the orange slice in. Add ice, a...

This week, we are again joined by Michael Brockelhurst to discuss the largest fall festival in the world- Oktoberfest. We take a look at the festival's history, how it spread across the world, and it's influence on the world of beer & spirits! Cocktails discussed: Remmidemmi 3/4 oz. Schlichte Steinhager Gin 3/4 oz. Eifel Duo Malt Peated Whiskey 1/2 oz. Hinterhaus Anorak Liqueur 3 oz. Paulaner Märzen Combine the first three ingredients with ice in a wineglass or double rocks glass, and sti...

This week, we are joined by the wonderful Sarah and Marko Suput from Rock 12 distillery to discuss their spirits and upcoming projects while taking a deeper dive into the world of fruit brandies! From eau de vies to schnapps to rakias, we take a look at this broad category of spirits, their cultural roots, and why they deserve more attention. Cocktails Discussed: Plavo Srce 1/3 oz. Amador Distilling Slivovitz 1/3 oz. J.J. Pfister Distilling Drakas 1/4 oz. Rock 12 Victus Amaro 1 1/2 oz. fre...

This week, we are once again joined by Lydia Neeley to talk about the deep roots of gin in America! We dive into the history of American gin, from the first commercial distilleries in North America all the way to today's craft revival! Drinks discussed: Old Patroon: 3/4 oz. Bols 100% Malt Genever 3/4 oz. Boomsma Cloosterbitter 3/4 oz. Maraska Maraschino Liqueur 3/4 oz. lemon juice Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice, and shake until well chilled. Strain into a chilled co...

This week, we are joined by Jake Watt as we take a look into the vast world of cider! We talk about its European origins, its growth, decline, and rebirth, and why you could argue that cider should be seen as the most American drink of all! Cocktails Discussed: Eden Accord 3 oz. Etienne Dupont Cidre Bouché Brut de Normandie 1 1/2 oz. Hayman's Old Tom Gin 1/2 oz. Lemon Juice 1 barspoon Bénédictine Combine all ingredients save the cider in a shaker with ice, and shake until well chilled. Strai...

This week, we are again joined by Bob Gardner as continue our discussion of all things mead! We pick back up by talking about the death and rebirth of mead, covering the rise of craft mead, the Californian origins of the mead revival, and the shocking revelation that town criers are still a thing! Cocktail Discussed: Iron Crutch 2 oz. Honest Abe Lychee Mead 1/2 oz. lemon juice 1/2 oz. Yuzuri Yuzu Liqueur 1/3 oz. Baltimaro Vol. 2 Szechuan Amaro 1 oz. Kinmen Kaoliang Baijiu Combine all the...

This week, we are joined by the wonderful Bob Gardner to talk about what may just be the world's oldest fermented drink - Mead! As can be expected with such a storied drink, we have a lot to talk about on this episode, from Norse myths, to Polish traditions, to tej' inspired sidequests, and even Bob's own mead recipe! Cocktail Discussed: The Rhymester's Share 1 1/2 oz. Dansk Mjød Ribe Mjød 1/2 oz. Azeo Distillery Apple Vodka 3/4 Casa D'Ariste Xtabentún 2 dashes Greenbar Distillery Apple Bi...

This week, we are joined by the wonderful Lauren Nichole as we take a look at the world of sangria! We explore how this Spanish staple isn't actually so Spanish, how it was used to launder a country's reputation, and how this versatile drink can (and absolutely should) be made to complement any season! Drinks Discussed: Freebooter's Sangaree 1 1/2 oz. Blandy's 5 Year Malmsy Madiera Wine 1/2 oz. St. George Pear Brandy 3/4 oz. lemon juice 1/4 oz. Calwise Falernum 1/4 oz. SLO de Vie Aguarden...

This week, we are still joined by Jarad Coats as we continue our exploration of the world of peat! For our second part, we take a look at distilleries using peat beyond it's traditional home in Scotland, talk about the world's growing affection for peat's distinctive flavors, and talk about about why that newfound passion might have an outsized impact on the climate! Cocktail Discussed: Continental Connection 2 oz. Eifel 2021 German Peated Duo Malt Whisky 1 oz. Menorval Calvados Prestige 1/...

This week we are joined by Jarad Coats as we take a deep dive into Scotland's iconic peat bogs and discuss all things peat and peated! Where did peat come from? How long has it been there? And why are some people so obssed with it? We tackle all of this and more, while exploring a fantastic line up of peated whiskies provided by Jarad! Cocktail Discussed: UB-77 1 1/2 oz. Laphroig 10 Year Select Scotch Whiskey 1/2 oz. Drambuie 1/2 oz. lemon juice 3 oz. 2016 Conundrum Blanc de Blanc Combine...

This week, we finish up our discussion of all things Jamaican Rum! Still accompanied by Zack Mitchell, Johnny Latu, and Kendalle Getty, we talk James Bond, the charm of Jamaican distilleries, and Carribean solidarity! Cocktail Discussed: For Your Eyes Only: 2 oz. fresh pineapple juice 2 oz. Doctor Bird Moscatel Cask Finished Jamaican Rum 1 oz. Xoriguer Gin de Mahón 1/2 oz. Tempus Fugit Kina L'Aero d'Or 1/2 oz. Hibiscus simple syrup Pour 1/4 oz. hibiscus syrup into the bottom of a chilled...

This week, we wade into the muck of Jamaican Rum alongside Zack Morris, Johnny Latu & Kendalle Getty! What makes these rums so funky? What even is an ester, and why do these rums have so many? And what is the dirty secret of the muck pit? We answer all these questions and more on this episode! Drink discussed: De Meza's Reckoning 1 oz. Flensburger Pilsener 1 oz. fresh lemon juice 1 oz. fresh pineapple juice 1/4 oz. Riga Black Basalm 1/4 oz. 64° Reykjavik Crowberry Liqueur 1/2 oz. Tawny P...

This week, we are again joined by Veronica Voss to conclude our discussion of kombucha by moving into the modern age! How did kombucha become a go to health food? Did Regan really use it to heal his colon cancer? And who exactly is GT Dave? We answer all of these questions and more! Cocktail Discussed: Soviet Wellness Tonic 1 1/2 oz. Goleta Spirits Avenger Vodka 1/2 oz. St. George Raspberry Liqueur 3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice 1/2 oz. Amaro Monte Dr. Brew Love Blend Kombucha Combine the fir...

This week, we are joined by Veronica Voss as we explore the murky world of kombucha! What is "the mother?" Is hard kombucha actually good for you? And where on earth did kombucha first come from? We explore all of this and much more! Cocktail Discussed: Dr. Kombu 1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice 1/2 oz. fresh lime juice 1/2 oz. Yuzuri Yuzu Liqueur 1/4 oz. Kildeer Absinthe Traditionnel 1/2 oz. Rhum Clément Select Rum 1 1/2 oz. Masahiro Okinawa Gin 1 1/2 oz. Juneshine Mango Daydream Hard Kombuch...

This week, we continue to explore the saga of Jaegermeister! Kirk McPherson and Jordan Paley again join us as we discuss Jaeger in music, bro culture, and end on hopefully a happier note as we delve into Jaeger's breakthrough in America! Cocktail Discussed: Alter Platz 1 oz. Asbach Uralt Brandy 1 oz. Malahat Spirits Black Tea Rum 1 oz. Thief & Barrel 2018 Alcante Bouschet Port 1/2 oz. Jaegermeister 1 dash Angostura bitters 1 dash Peychaud's bitters Combine all ingredients in a mixing gl...

This week, we are joined by Jordan Paley and Kirk McPherson for our long awaited dive into the history of Jägermeister, and all we can say is buckle up, because this one is a doozy! In this first part we focus in on the original creator of the brand, Curt Mast, and his complicated history. Cocktail Discussed: Huburtusmesse: 3/4 oz. H.W. Schlichte Steinhager Dry Gin 1/3 oz. Schladerer Schwartzwálder Kirschwasser 1/2 oz. Jägermeister 1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice 4 oz. Reissdorf Kölsch Combine...

This week we are joined by the wonderful Amy Hateley as we take a look at the often malaigned, much beloved, social occasion that is bruch! When did people start brunching? What exactly defines brunch? And why is brunch something that you do, rather than have? We look at all of these questions and more on this week's episode! Drinks discussed: Fizz Romainé 1 oz. Cotebrook Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc 2 oz. Surf City Still Works Surfrider White Rum 1 oz. fresh lime juice 3/4 oz. Velvet Falernu...

This week, we are again joined by Johnny Iatu and surprise guest Zach Mitchell to continue discussing the origins of the tiki movement, and its connection to Southern California!