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This week Uncle Brad and Jules get to the root... of root beer. Tracing it back centuries before it was ever a soda - long before A&W, before it even had a name. Then they build two rooty root beer cocktails:   Jules's Root Beer White Russian Float  1oz Ten To One Caribbean dark rum,   1oz Mario's coffee liqueur  1oz root beer  Topped with root beer cold foam  Brad's Root Beer Old Fashioned    2.5oz Buffalo Trace bourbon   0.5oz Dr. McGillicuddy's Root Beer Schnapps  0.25oz demerara syrup  2 dashes Angostura   0.25oz water  Tip: Why the spiral on your bar spoon matters for pouring anything carbonated without losing the bubbles.    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Uncle Brad and Jules dive into the Saturn, the gin-based tiki classic that somehow slipped past even Brad’s “tiki geek” radar, and use it as a launchpad into space‑age tiki history, modern bar culture, and real‑world home bartending. Brad finally makes and tastes a Saturn on air, explains why a tiki drink built on gin instead of rum still feels fully tiki, and walks through the cocktail’s 1967 Southern California competition origins and its later resurrection during the modern tiki revival. Jules leans into her garnish obsession with the iconic Saturn ring (lemon peel + cherry) and introduces her own riff, the Titan, layering in absinthe, rhum agric ole funk, and passion fruit for a richer, moodier take. Finally, we answer Spencer_Petersen81’s question about their actual at‑home “default” drinks - revealing a shared soft spot for old fashioneds, Brandy Crustas, and Spanish‑style gin and tonics.   Classic Saturn (Uncle Brad’s build)  2.5 oz gin (London dry; you used Mermaid Gin)  0.5 oz falernum liqueur  0.5 oz orgeat  0.5 oz passion fruit syrup  1 oz fresh lemon juice  Method:  Add all ingredients to a blender without ice and blend briefly to combine and aerate.  Fill a tiki mug or tall glass with crushed ice.  Pour the blended mix over the crushed ice.  Garnish with a “Saturn ring”: a long strip of lemon peel twisted into a circle around a cherry, skewered on a cocktail pick.  Titan – Saturn Riff (Jules’ build)  Absinthe, for rinsing the glass  1 oz gin (e.g., a London dry like Ford’s)  0.5 oz rhum agricole  0.75 oz fresh lemon juice  0.5 oz orgeat  0.5 oz passion fruit purée  0.25 oz falernum  Crushed ice (about 1 cup or slightly less)  Method:  Rinse your serving glass with absinthe, then discard or drink the rinse.  Add all remaining ingredients to a blender with the crushed ice and blend until smooth.  Fill the absinthe-rinsed glass with fresh crushed ice and pour the blended mixture over it, topping with more ice if needed.  Garnish with the same Saturn ring (lemon peel + cherry on a pick); optionally add a slapped mint sprig for extra aroma.    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the rich, flavorful world of fat-washed cocktails, where culinary technique meets classic mixology. Jules and Uncle Brad each dive into the flavor: a bacon fat-washed bourbon Old Fashioned on my end, and a chili crunch fat-washed tequila creation from Jules that brings heat and intrigue in equal measure.  From there, Uncle Brad trace the origins of fat washing, exploring how this once-niche technique emerged from the evolution (or revolution) of cocktails.   We wrap things up with a listener question on what to do when a cocktail just tastes “off,” offering practical tips to troubleshoot and rebalance your drink like a pro.   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Adonis is a late-19th-century, low-ABV sherry-and-vermouth aperitif, originally mixed to honor a record-breaking Broadway hit and quietly carried through the golden age of American hotel bars. In this episode, we follow the Adonis from the footlights to the backbar, using this seemingly simple drink to probe how aromatized wines reshaped ideas of pre-dinner drinking. Along the way, we play with the spectrum of sherry (subtly shifting between oloroso, amontillado, and fino) and watch how each choice bends the cocktail’s nutty, oxidative, and saline contours in unexpected ways.    Italian Adonis Ingredients  1.5 oz Fino or Manzanilla sherry  ¾ oz sweet vermouth  ½ oz Amaro Nonino  1 dash orange bitters  Optional: 1–2 drops saline  Stir well with ice. Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish: Wide orange peel or a thin lemon twist.  TIP: differences in Sherry    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jules showed up to the recipe section of this episode with a drink in each hand, fully convinced the Brown Derby was a Kentucky Derby cocktail. She was wrong - but her enthusiasm was entirely justified. It turns out the Brown Derby has one of the stranger origin stories in cocktail history: invented in London, stolen by a Minneapolis greeting card tycoon, falsely credited to Hollywood, ignored for seventy years, and then resurrected by the craft cocktail revival as if none of that had happened. Brad walks through the whole beautiful mess, while Jules delivers an exceptional side-by-side breakdown of bourbon whiskey profiles that makes this essential listening for anyone who's ever stood in a liquor store aisle wondering what difference it actually makes. Three ingredients. A lot of history. Surprisingly few of it true.    Brown Derby  In shaker add 1.5 oz Bourbon 1 oz Pink grapefruit juice (fresh)  2 tsp Maple Syrup  Double strain into chilled coupe  Garnish with grapefruit twist    Derby Sour  Ingredients:  1.5 oz Bourbon  ¾ oz Grapefruit juice  ½ oz Lemon Juice  ½ oz Orgeat syrup  1 Egg white    Dry Shake  Shake again w/ ice  Double strain  Garnish with fresh cinnamon on top    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1925, an American novelist and a British food critic walked into a French restaurant in London and changed cocktail history; even if nobody noticed for about seventy-five years.  This episode traces the remarkable origin story of the Champs-Élysées cocktail, beginning with the unlikely partnership behind Drinks - Long and Short, the book that first put the recipe to paper. We explore who Nina Toye really was (a supernatural thriller novelist, a Vogue contributor, and one of the few women of her era to put her name on a cocktail book, above her male co-author no less) and what her presence in this story tells us about how women have always thought about drinks differently. We follow the thread to A.H. Adair, whose role as drink-maker for chef Marcel Boulestin's celebrated London restaurant gives the book its true context: not a bartender's manual, but a love letter to a table, a season, and a moment.  Along the way, Brad and Jules explore what it means that this drink (named not for a technique but for a feeling, a boulevard, a place you want to be) was born from a distinctly holistic way of thinking about cocktails. One that asked not what's the correct spec but who's there, what are we eating, and what does the occasion call for. It's a question that Nina Toye was answering in 1925, and one that the best home entertainers are still asking today.  Plus: Cognac, Green Chartreuse, a French chef who famously hated cocktails, and a drink that disappeared for half a century before the craft cocktail renaissance brought it back to the glasses it always deserved.    Champs Elysees  Ingredients:  2oz Cognac – Pierre Ferrand Ambre  0.5oz Green Chartreuse – or a suitable alternate   0.75oz Fresh lemon juice  0.5oz Simple syrup  1 dash Agnostrua Bitters  Add to a shaker and shake with ice.  Double strain into a chilled coupe  Garnish with a lemon tiwst Yuzu Champs Elysees  Ingredients:  1 oz Japanese whisky, Suntori Toki  ½ oz Cognac  ½ oz Green Chartreuse  ¾ oz yuzu  1/2 oz honey 2:1 to help balance the yuzu tartness  Add to a shaker and shake with ice.  Double strain into a coupe  Garnish with a dehydrated citrus wheel  Optional: dust the rim with a citrus sugar salt   TIP: Citrus ins and outs    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before you slurp another jello shot out of a plastic cup, you might want to know where it actually came from... and it's not a frat house basement. Uncle Brad traces the surprisingly sophisticated history of alcoholic gelatin, from medieval banquet halls where aspic was the ultimate flex of wealth and status, to Victorian dinner parties where wine jellies were prescribed as health food, to the 1950s era of genuinely horrifying savory gelatin molds (yes, tuna in lemon Jell-O is a real thing), all the way to the spring break culture that turned it into party fuel. It's one of the great social reversals in food history; the same basic dish went from the most refined thing you could serve at a dinner party to the least, in about 150 years. Jules brings it all the way back around with a modern craft take that proves jello shots can actually be good. Whether you're a Victorian lady or a college sophomore, there's something here for you.  Want to party like it’s the 1800’s? Here’s a killer recipie for a champagne gelitan cake courtsey of the Jello Mold Mistress  https://jellomoldmistress.com/2009/08/24/sparkling-champagne-mold/  TIP: How to build your ideal Jello-shot   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part one of a two-part history series, Uncle Brad traces the origins of one of the oldest cocktails on record, connecting its lineage directly to the Old Fashioned, explaining why 19th century Americans were drinking cocktails with their eggs and toast, and uncovering a surprising twist: the way we make this drink today is essentially the inverse of how it was originally prepared. The history of champagne itself is a story big enough to deserve its own episode - we'll get into that next week.  Chill your coupe, make sure your champagne is cold, and stay tuned - this is only the beginning.  Champagne Cocktail Take 1 sugar and place it on your barspoon Add 2 – 3 dashes of Angostura bitters to the cube Fill a chilled champagne flute or coupe glass ½ way with Brut champagne Drop it the sugar cube into your glass and top off with more champagne No garnish needed  The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we explore the Angle Face, a sophisticated cocktail that showcases one of France's finest spirits. We trace the drink's origins and cultural significance before diving deep into Calvados, the apple brandy that defines this drink. We uncover how this legendary spirit developed over centuries. We'll also explore the fascinating etymology behind it’s name and Normandy itself, connecting the region's Viking heritage to its world-renowned agricultural traditions and the creation of one of bartending's most underrated classics.    Angle Face  Glass: Coupe  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  ¾ oz Calvados  ¾ oz Gin (London dry or whatever suits you)  ¾ oz Apricot liqueur (or brandy – NOT eau d vie)  Dash of water  Shake for 20 seconds  Double strain into chilled coupe     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Brad and Jules explore the sophisticated and slightly scandalous Between the Sheets cocktail in this episode of The Art of Drinking. Uncle Brad walks through a few potential origin stories for this Prohibition-era classic - a variation on the Sidecar that balances cognac, rum, triple sec, and lemon juice into a drink worthy of its suggestive name. Meanwhile, Jules transforms the 1930s original with her signature tropical twist, bringing sun-soaked flavors to the elegant base. Whether you prefer your Between the Sheets straight from the Jazz Age or with a vacation vibe, this episode delivers both history and innovation in equal measure.    Between The Sheets  Glass: Chilled coupe glass  Garnish: Lemon peel  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add  ¾ oz Cognac  ¾ oz Plantation 3 star rum  A scant ounce of Cointreau  2 tsp of fresh lemon juice (also known as 1/3 oz)  Pinch of sea salt or 2 drops of saline solution (20g salt to 80g water)  ¼ oz simple syrup (optional) Shake 20 seconds  Double Strain into chilled coupe glass  Add lemon peel garnish     Tropical Sheets  In shaker add  3/4 ounce cognac  1 ounce Coconut Fat Washed Rum  3/4 ounce Orange Curacao  1/2 ounce Mexican Lime juice  ¼ ounce orgeat syrup  Double Strain into chilled coupe glass   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Final episode of our January rerun series! For today’s spotlight, we go all the way back to episode 1 where we talk about the old fashioned. Admittedly, this is a bit of a curve ball as we dive into the Wisconsin Old Fashioned, which is an... interesting take on the classic Old Fashioned. The classic is simply spirit, bitters, sugar, and water. But here’s the catch, any spirit will do and you can make things interesting by changing up the bitters and even playing with flavored simple syrups. The world is your oyster, slurp it up!  The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to our January rerun series! For today’s spotlight, I’m thrilled to revisit Episode 17, where we dive into the elegant and effervescent French 75. One of my ALL time favorites and my go to welcome cocktail to serve when hosting parties.  I chose the French 75 for this rerun because it’s a brilliant riff on the classic Sour cocktail—that timeless combination of spirit, citrus, and sweetener. What makes the French 75 stand out, though, is its use of sparkling wine as a mixer or lengthener. The addition of bubbles transforms the structure of the drink, making it light, festive, and perfect for celebrations or any time you want to elevate your cocktail experience.  By mastering the French 75, you’re stepping into the world of the Collins family of drinks. The Collins family is all about taking the basic sour template and “lengthening” it with something fizzy—traditionally club soda, but as the French 75 shows, sparkling wine is a fantastic twist. Other drinks in this family include the Tom Collins, John Collins, and Vodka Collins—each swapping out the base spirit or bubbly for different flavors and personalities.  And while we're here, it's worth tipping our hat to the Mojito. Though technically not a Collins, the Mojito follows a remarkably similar template: spirit (rum), citrus (lime), sweetener (sugar), and a bubbly lengthener (soda), plus the refreshing addition of mint. It’s a great example of how understanding the Collins structure empowers you to spot and create variations across cocktail families—even when they hail from different traditions or use different techniques.  As you listen (or re-listen) to Episode 17, think about how the French 75 not only showcases the versatility of the sour formula, but also invites you to play with sparkling ingredients in your cocktails. Once you get comfortable with this style, a whole world of bubbly, refreshing drinks is yours to explore.  Cheers to new adventures in the Collins family, and to a sparkling start to the new year! Thinking about purchasing a Klaris ice machine? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)   Klaris IG: @craftklaris Website: www.craftklaris.com    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing our January return to cocktail fundamentals while Jules and Brad prep for the new year ahead. Last week we mastered the Sour; Spirit (rum), Sour (lime juice), Sweet (simple syrup) - better known as the Daiquiri. This week's Episode 11 introduces the Sidecar, which takes that Sour framework and swaps simple syrup for liqueur. This creates what's known as a Daisy style cocktail: Spirit (Cognac), Sour (lemon juice), Sweet (Cointreau). I always add a touch of simple syrup too, and you'll hear why.  What's another Daisy you ask? Margarita anyone? Tequila, lime juice, Triple Sec—and yeah, it's better if you add a touch of simple syrup to that one too. 😉  Thinking about purchasing a Klaris ice machine? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)   Klaris IG: @craftklaris Website: www.craftklaris.com    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are kicking off 2026 with a strategic return to cocktail fundamentals. While Jules and Brad plan an exciting year ahead, they're revisiting four essential episodes for new listeners and seasoned fans alike. This week features Episode 2: The Daiquiri - the quintessential Sour cocktail that unlocks the understanding of dozens of other drinks.  Discover why the Sour formula (spirit + citrus + sweetener) is the backbone of home bartending. From the classic Daiquiri to Whiskey Sours, Lemon Drops, and Pisco Sours, Brad explains how mastering this simple balance of strong, sour, and sweet opens up endless cocktail possibilities. Whether you're new to The Art of Drinking or looking to refresh your fundamentals, this episode provides the essential knowledge every home bartender needs to build their repertoire with confidence.  Thinking about purchasing a Klaris ice machine? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)   Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Uncle Brad and Jules as they explore the sophisticated French Martini, a modern classic that's more Manhattan than Paris. Brad guides you through the traditional recipe featuring vodka, Chambord, and pineapple juice—super-sized for maximum enjoyment—while diving into the fascinating history of Chambord liqueur and its royal French origins. Discover how this elegant cocktail earned its name and learn the techniques for crafting this beautiful drink. Jules then puts a creative spin on the classic before wrapping up with an invaluable tip: how to craft your own fruit-flavored liqueurs at home, opening up endless possibilities for custom cocktail creations. Whether you're a vodka enthusiast or a DIY spirits maker, this episode delivers both history and hands-on knowledge you can use behind your own bar.    Did Santa forget something? Treat yourself to a Klaris Ice machine – you deserve it. I mean, who doesn’t love clear ice (without the hassle of those clunky, never works, ice molds)? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)    TIP: DIY Liqueur  Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raise your flute for France's most elegant aperitif! Uncle Brad and Jules explore the Kir Royal, a sparkling symphony of crème de cassis and champagne that transforms any moment into a celebration. Brad walks listeners through the classic recipe and its surprisingly political origins - from a pragmatic Burgundian mayor's clever marketing to Parisian cafe culture. Jules shakes things up with Tia Barrett's inventive riff, marrying blueberry pomegranate juice, vodka, vanilla, and St.-Germain for a modern twist on the blackcurrant classic. Whether you're toasting with vintage Bollinger or smart-shopping at your local wine shop, Jules wraps the episode with essential champagne-buying tips that'll help you navigate labels, prices, and styles with confidence. Pop the cork and discover why this French favorite has enchanted drinkers for generations.    Thinking about purchasing a Klaris ice machine? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)    Kir Royal  Glass: Chilled flute glass  Garnish: raspberry / blackberry / currant berries  Directions & Ingredients  In chilled flute glass add:  Chilled champagne (halfway)  ½ oz of creme de cassis  Top off with champagne  Add garnish raspberry, blackberry, or current berries    Tia Barrett’s Riff  Glass: Chilled flute glass  Garnish: raspberry / blackberry / currant berries  Directions & Ingredients  In chilled flute glass add:  1 oz. Pom blueberry pomegranate juice  ½ oz. Vodka  ½ oz. Giffard Vanille de Madagascar  ¼ oz. St-Germain  Top off with champagne  Add garnish raspberry, blackberry, or current berries    TIP: Buying champagne    Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Uncle Brad and Jules as they explore the classic Three Dots and A Dash cocktail. Brad demonstrates the traditional recipe while Jules adds an unexpected Mexican twist (and no, it's not tequila). Discover the fascinating history behind this tiki favorite, including how it earned its Morse code-inspired name and the story of its creator. The episode wraps up with expert recommendations on rum bottles that make perfect holiday gifts for the spirits enthusiast in your life. Enjoy that sipping rum over a nice chunk of clear ice from your Klaris Ice Machine. Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)    3 Dots & Coconut Horchata  Ingredients  1 oz aged rhum agricole  3/4 oz blended rum, likebrads   ½ oz allspice dram  ¾ oz lime juice  1 oz RumChata (or coconut horchata)  3/4 oz coconut cream (Coco López or similar)  ½ oz cinnamon syrup  1 dash Angostura bitters (optional but amazing)  Directions: Add all ingredients to a shaker. Shake HARD with ice (you want it frothy and cold). Double strain into a tiki mug or double old fashioned glass. Top with a little crushed ice.  Three Dots & A Dash Recipe  Glass: Tall Tiki or Collins Glass  Garnish: 3 cherries and a pineapple slice shaped into a dash on a cocktail pick  Ingredients:  1½ oz aged rhum agricole (preferably from Martinique)  ½ oz aged Caribbean blended rum  ¼ oz falernum liqueur  ¼ oz allspice liqueur  ½ oz fresh lime juice  ½ oz fresh orange juice  ½ oz honey syrup (2:1 honey to water, acacia honey preferred)  1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters  Handful of ice  Directions: Add all ingredients to blender and flash blend (3 second pulses 3 – 4 times). Pour into glass, top with crush ice, and garnish.  TIP: Gifting rum for the holidays    Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com       The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this festive episode of The Art of Drinking, Jules shares her Nonna-approved Tom & Jerry recipe—a classic holiday cocktail that's equal parts tradition and indulgence. Uncle Brad dives into the drink's rich history and reveals the surprising story behind how this warming winter libation got its name. Jules walks listeners through her technique for creating the perfect Tom & Jerry batter, but fair warning: she's keeping the full recipe under wraps. You'll need to grab a copy of her book Pretty Simple Cocktails at [insert website] or sharpen your note-taking skills during this episode. Whether you're a holiday cocktail enthusiast or just curious about this vintage favorite, this episode delivers the perfect blend of history, technique, and family tradition.    The holidays are here! Want to up your clear ice game to the next level? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)   Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Brad and Jules crack open the world of nocino, a mysterious and delicious walnut liqueur, which could also be considered an amaro. Brad kicks things off with a Walnut Banana Bread Old Fashioned that puts everything you've learned from this podcast into practice—spirit, sweet, bitters, water, done. Jules counters with her Bitter Nocino, a nutty twist on the classic Negroni that'll make you rethink your ratios. You’ll want your clear ice for this one! Head over to Klaris to grab your craft ice machine-craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, this takes your cocktails to the next level. Then things get historical as Brad traces nocino's journey from ancient Druidic rituals through to the road to Rome, complete with tales of virgins climbing walnut trees under the summer solstice moon. Finally, Jules breaks down the art of fat washing spirits with practical tips that'll level up your home bar game. Whether you're here for the cocktails, the history, or the slightly scandalous folklore, this episode has something for everyone.  Banana Bread Old Fashioned  Glass: Double rocks glass  Garnish: Orange peel or a walnut (but that’s not as fancy is it)   Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  2.5oz Bourbon  0.5oz Nocino  0.25 Banana Liqueur   0.33oz simple syrup  2 dash of orange bitters  Stir for 25 rotations in mixing glass (or add 0.25oz of water to your drink and skip the glass)  Strain into your chilled rocks glass over a big beautiful clear ice cube  Add orange peel garnish     Framework:  The Bitter Nocino  Ingredients:  1 oz Gin  ½ oz Nocino  ½ oz Sweet Vermouth  1 oz Campari  Large Cube, orange twist & Cinnamon stick on top  Instructions:  To a mixing glass add your ingredients, add ice, and mix to chill and dilute.  Strain over a large Klaris cube & top with an orange twist and cinnamon stick on top    TIP: Fat washing your spirits   Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with another All Spice Dram cocktail, and this week we're exploring the Lion's Tail—a bourbon-based classic that emerged from the creative explosion of post-Prohibition mixology. Brad walks you through the proper technique for crafting this spirited sipper then dives into its fascinating history and the possible origins of its name. Jules adds her personal twist to the recipe, then shifts gears for our tip segment with a guide to the three most popular fall amaro’s that should be on your radar as the weather cools down. Whether you're looking to expand your home bar or just want to impress at your next gathering, this episode delivers the goods.    Want to elevate your cocktail game? Get yourself a Klaris Ice Machine for the best clear cubes you will ever see (nor not see – get it, they’re clear)! Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)    Lions Tail  Glass: Coupe  Garnish: Lime peel  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker glass add:  2.0 oz Bourbon  2 tsp of Allspice Dram liqueur  0.5 oz of Fresh lime juice  1 tsp of Rich simple syrup (2:1)  1 dash of Angostura bitters41  Shake for 20 seconds  Double Strain into coupe glass  Add garnish   Jules’ Riff  Glass: Coupe   In a cocktail shaker add:  1 oz Bourbon  1 oz Rye Whiskey  ½ oz Cynar  ½ oz maple syrup  ¾ oz lemon juice  ½ oz allspice dram  1 egg white  2 dashes angostura  Dry shake  Shake again with ice  Double strain into a coupe  Fresh nutmeg on top!   Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Jules and Uncle Brad as they shake up the Applejack Rabbit, a Prohibition-era classic born in the speakeasies of 1920s New York. Uncle Brad takes you back to 1928 when humorist "Judge Jr." first published this recipe in his cheeky cocktail guide Here's How!, then traces the drink's journey from Northeast speakeasies to the pages of The Savoy Cocktail Book—and its modern revival thanks to craft cocktail pioneers like Jim Meehan. You'll learn how to build the perfect version at home, and Jules adds her signature agave spin. Plus, if you picked up All Spice Dram for last week's episode, we've got another delicious use for it. Cheers to American ingenuity and rediscovering old favorites.   Applejack Rabbit  Glass: Coupe  Garnish: Lemon twist  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add  2.0 oz Laird’s bonded apple jack  0.75 oz Fresh orange juice  0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice  0.5 oz Maple Syrup   Shake for 20 seconds  Double Strain into your chilled coupe  Add lemon twist garnish    Agavejack Rabbit  Glass: Coupe  Garnish: Lemon twist  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add  2.0 oz Fall Apple Infused Tequila. Reposado  0.75 oz Fresh orange juice, or blood orange juice  0.75 oz Fresh lime juice  0.5 oz Maple Syrup (use the good stuff and if you can find grade B, that’s the ticket)  ¼ oz allspice dram  Shake for 20 seconds  Double Strain into your chilled coupe  Add lemon twist garnish   TIP: The difference between Applejack, Apple Brandy, and Apple Whiskey    Want something cool for your bar? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase of a Klaris ice machine. Big beautiful, clear cubes... every time!Big beautiful, clear cubes... every time! Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)   Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

STOP! Before you try to make this drink, you will need to purchase Blue Blazer mugs  Where do I get Blue Blazer mugs you ask? Golden Age Bartending has a set of 2 you can purchase for about $50. www.goldenagebartending.com. Then go research fire safety!     In this episode we are turning up the heat—literally—with one of cocktail story's most spectacular and dangerous drinks: the Blue Blazer. This flaming whiskey cocktail isn't just mixed, it's performed, as blazing liquid cascades between two metal mugs in a fiery arc that's as mesmerizing as it is risky. In fact, make this drink at your own risk – things can go sideways easy. We talk about what we did to keep things safe, but you need to do your homework too if you decide to try to make this one.   Of course, we dive into the story of Jerry Thomas, the legendary 19th-century bartender who created this showstopper and quite literally wrote the book on bartending. His Blue Blazer became the grandfather of flaming cocktails and established the art of theatrical bartending that still captivates audiences today.  Jules and I walk you through the technique, the proper equipment (those specialized Blue Blazer mugs exist for a reason), and—most importantly—the safety precautions you absolutely need to know before attempting this at home. Because while the Blue Blazer is undeniably impressive, it demands respect and caution.  Whether you're a cocktail historian, a pyro enthusiast, or just curious about the drinks that pushed bartending into performance art, this episode illuminates the legacy of Jerry Thomas and the drink that proved cocktails could be both craft and spectacle.  Blue Blazer recipe: You’ll need 2 Blue Blazer mugs to make the drink and 2 different mugs (or Brandy snifters) to serve the drink.    Ingredients (makes 2):  4 oz cask strength scotch  2 tsp of sugar  3 oz boiling water    Steps  Warm the scotch – it lights and stays lit easier  Warm a separate brandy snifter or ceramic mug  Lay down a damp towel and clear your area of any flammable materials  Place your Blue Blazer mugs on the towel – this is your workspace  In 1 of the METAL mugs, pour in your ingredients – leaving the other mug empty for now  Light the drink on fire   Carefully roll the mix between the Blue Blazer mugs 5 times. Keeping your hands away from the top of the handle (it’ gets hot over the receiving mug).  Place the empty mug over the flaming mug to put out the fire – once the fire is out you can continue to roll the drink between mugs to dissolve the sugar  IMPORTANT: pour your cocktail into a new vessel – either a warmed brandy snifter or a ceramic mug. Otherwise, you WILL burn your lips on the Blue Blazer mugs  Garnish with a lemon twist    TIP: Fire and alcohol     Thinking about purchasing a Klaris ice machine? You might need it for today’s episode. Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)   Klaris  IG: @craftklaris  Website: www.craftklaris.com     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Move over, fancy cocktails—this week we're cracking open the truth about cider, the beverage world's most underappreciated beverage. Join us as Jules whips up some stovetop cider magic (yes, your kitchen will smell amazing), while Uncle Brad proves that cider deserves a spot on your shelf, or in your fridge. We learn there are regional differences, which may explain why you may not like cider – you've only had 1 type or a specific brand. Uncle B also gives us a few tips on how cider could play well with others in your cocktail shaker. We're here to defend cider's honor and rescue it from its undeserved stepchild status—because this drink has history, regional flair, and deserves a permanent spot in your fridge. Uncle Brad takes us on a surprisingly fascinating journey through the history of the apple and then gives us the history behind cider – there's a connection here.  Pour yourself something delicious and let's give cider the love it deserves.    TIP: whole spices vs. Ground spices  Thinking about purchasing a Klaris ice machine? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-)   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pour yourself a glass and join Uncle Brad as he breaks down the classic Planters Punch—before Jules jazzes it up with a tropical pineapple-basil twist that'll transport you straight to the islands. Brad takes us on a spirited journey through the cocktail and Jamaican rum’s history and reveals the nautical origins of being "three sheets to the wind" (spoiler: it's not about bedding). The duo wraps things up by tackling a listener question from @waterscott about the mysterious art of using walnut bitters. Whether you're a rum enthusiast or just here for the good vibes, this episode serves up history, humor, and a whole lot of flavor.  Planters Punch  Glass: Collins  Garnish: Umbrella and a lime, cherry, nutmeg... whatever  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  3.0 oz Dark Rum  1.0 oz Fresh lime juice  0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice  0.5 oz Grenadine (best if you make it yourself)  ½ tbsp of Raw cane sugar  2 dash angostura  Shake for 20 seconds  Strain into collins glass packed with crushed ice  Add garnish    Pineapple-Basil Planter  Fresh garden vibes meet island vibes  1 oz white rum  1.5  oz Jamaican rum  1 oz pineapple juice  3/4 oz lime juice  1/2 oz basil syrup  1 dash Angostura + 1 dash orange bitters  SHAKE  Garnish: basil leaf slap + pineapple frond   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Monica and David Kowalski, the husband-and-wife duo behind Colorado Springs' beloved Lebowski's Tap Room and the award-winning premium coffee liqueur, Lebowski's Kool-Luah. What started as Monica's dad's cherished family recipe has evolved into a craft liqueur that's earning rave reviews and found its way on Uncle Brad’s shelf as his favorite coffee liqueur.  The Kowalskis share the heartwarming story of how endless compliments on the family recipe led them to take the leap from restaurateurs to craft distilling, creating a coffee liqueur that truly stands apart from the crowd. With its stunning mid-century atomic era bottle design that perfectly captures The Big Lebowski's laid-back aesthetic, this isn't your typical coffee liqueur—it's a premium experience that even has Uncle Brad declaring it his new go-to expression.  Monica and David guide listeners through their signature Hot Honey Espresso Martini, just one of the many creative coffee cocktails served at their taproom alongside an impressive array of White Russian variations. The conversation dives into the fascinating history of coffee liqueur, exploring how Lebowski's Kool-Luah builds upon the legacy of coffee liqueur pioneers while carving out its own unique identity in the spirits world.  The episode wraps up with invaluable advice from the Kowalskis on elevating your home bartending game, sharing how they've translated lessons from the corporate world about consistency and quality control into both their restaurant operations and their craft liqueur production. Whether you're a devoted White Russian, Espresso Martini enthusiast, or curious about the craft distilling world, this episode serves up the perfect blend of entrepreneurial spirit, cocktail craftsmanship, and that distinctly chill Lebowski vibe.  Lebowski’s Kool-Luah Website: www.lebowskiskoolluah.com   IG: @lebowskis_koolluah  Lebowski’s Taproom  Website: www.Lebowskistaproom.com  IG: @lebowskistaproom  Address: 3240 Centennial Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907 The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com   Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com   Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Uncle Brad and Jules as they dive into the Kentucky Mule and eventually dive into the bourbon boom that's burning holes in our wallets. Uncle Brad breaks down the proper way to craft this whiskey-forward twist on the classic Moscow Mule, exploring its brief but uninteresting origins. But the conversation meanders a bit bourbon's explosive popularity and how it's transformed from an affordable American spirit into a luxury commodity that has whiskey lovers everywhere feeling the pinch.  Meanwhile, Jules puts her seasonal spin on the classic with "Falling For A Mule" – an autumnal variation that captures the essence of fall in a copper mug. From the history behind the Kentucky Mule to the economic forces driving today's bourbon craze, this episode serves up equal parts cocktail education and industry insight.  In our tip section, listener Kate poses a thought-provoking question that gets Uncle Brad and Jules dreaming: if you could go back in time to any bar in history, which would you choose and what would you order? Their answers might surprise you and will definitely have you pondering your own cocktail time travel fantasies.  Whether you're a bourbon enthusiast wondering when prices will come back down to earth or just looking for your next signature fall cocktail, this episode has something to sip on.   Kentucky Mule  Glass: Copper mug  Garnish: Lime wheel and mint sprig  Directions & Ingredients  In copper mug add:  Ice (fill ½ way)  2 oz. Bourbon  0.5 oz. Fresh lime juice  Stir for 15 seconds or so  Top off with Ginger beer  For Jules’ version, just swap in infused whiskey. Here’s a recipe: 24 oz Jar 1 Star Anise 1 Pear 2 Cinnamon Sticks 1 Apple Let it sit for a few weeks to a few months. Or in Jules Case, a few years.  The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join co-hosts Uncle Brad and Jules as they explore the sophisticated world of gin, from modern craft cocktails to historic London streets. Jules shares the story behind her signature creation, the Meditaranio—a Mediterranean-inspired gin sour featuring fresh basil and silky egg white that she crafted specially for her sister's Sicilian wedding. This elegant twist on the classic sour perfectly captures the herb-scented warmth of the Italian countryside. Uncle Brad then takes listeners on a journey through gin's darker past, diving deep into the notorious Gin Craze of 18th-century England. Discover how this beloved spirit went from being a cheap, destructive vice that nearly brought London to its knees to becoming the refined base for today's craft cocktails. From the squalid gin shops of Hogarth's prints to the botanical complexity of modern distillation, explore how gin transformed from social menace to mixology staple.  Whether you're interested in crafting your own herb-forward cocktails or learning about the fascinating social history behind your favorite spirits, this episode serves up the perfect blend of recipe inspiration and historical intrigue.  Mediterraneo Gin Sour  In your shaker add:  1 Egg white   2.0 oz of your favorite gin  0.75 oz of fresh lemon juice  0.5 oz of simple syrup  2 – 3 basil leaves  Dry Shake for 30 seconds  Add ice  Shake for 20 more seconds  Double strain into chilled coupe glass  Garnish with small basil leaf and/or lemon peel     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jules and Uncle Brad hit NOLA for Tales Of The Cocktail and recap their adventure in this episode. Brad tries to remake the Frenchi’s Martini but doesn’t feel it hits the mark, Jules nails her version of the Tomatini – hat's off Kettle One for the amazing cocktails. Shout out to all the old friends, new friends, and brands we met. We look forward to incorporating some of the characters into future episodes. Trust us, you want to join us next year! Now, go make your drinks, and relive an amazing week with us.     Frenchie  In your shaker add  2.0 oz Vodka  0.5 Chinola Pineapple  0.75 oz chambord  Leaves from 1 sprig of taragon  Shake for 20 seconds  Double strain over  Top off with tamarind soda    Tomatini a la Jules  Glass: Martini / coupe  Garnish: Cherry tomoato on a pick  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add:  3 Cherry tomato  2 tsp of balsamic vinigar  1 tsp of sugar  1.5 oz vodka  Crack of salt (pinch)  Crack of pepper (pinch)... in fact, do two   Muddle then...  SHAKE IT WITH ICE  Double strain into your coupe/martini glass  Add picked cherry tomato garnish   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad and Jules welcome author, podcast host, photographer, and cocktail spherification expert Renya Edmonds to push the boundaries of drinkable science. Think Jello shots are impressive? Renya is about to revolutionize your cocktail game entirely.    In this episode, Brad walks you through the classic Cantarito served in traditional clay mugs, Jules freestyles a completely unmeasured riff straight into a bottle, and Renya guides us through the precise art of molecular mixology to create edible cocktail pods. Yes, cocktails you can bite into.    Cantarito (the drink, not the pod):  First, go order some clay mugs on amazon - look up cantarito mugs, get those  Get your clay mug, chill it, and then rim it with Tajin  In your shaker add:  2.0oz of Reposado Tequila (blanco is fine if you prefer)  0.75oz of Fresh orange Juice  0.75oz of Fresh lime juice  0.5oz of Fresh lime juice  Pinch of salt  Ice  Shake it like you mean it - about 20 secondes  Fill your clay mug halfway with ice  Strain your shaker into the mug  Top off with Squirt  Garnish with a lime wedge    Ready to attempt the pods? You'll need some specialized equipment: a kitchen scale (gram precision), sodium alginate, calcium lactate, an airtight container, and an immersion blender. We know it sounds intimidating, but the payoff is extraordinary. Oh… and get some ice cube trays if you don’t have them. The ones with the silicon bottom work pretty slick.     Sorry, I know this is a lot, but the fun that will follow is worth it    FIRST make your Sodium Alginate bath  5g Sodium Alginate  1 Liter Distilled Water (IT MUST BE DISTILLED)  1/3 cup of sugar  Using an immersion blender, combine sodium alginate, sugar and distilled water in a large airtight bowl  Let sit for 1-24 hours to allow bubbles to dissipate   Next, make your ingredients for your pods (ratio for about 10 pod)  60 grams Reposado Tequial  40 grams Fresh OJ  20 grams Fresh grapefruit Juice  15 grams Fresh lime juice  65g Squirt  Pinch of salt  TOTAL should be 200 grams  (you’ll need 6 grams of Calcium Lactate - hold this off to the side until you’ve read the directions)  Heat 65g of Squirt on the stove top or in a mug in the microwave until boiling  Add in 6g of calcium lactate, stir until dissolved.  Add all ingredients together, measuring each liquid correctly  Pour cocktail into ice molds, freeze for at least 6 hours, the longer the better  Warm the sodium alginate bath to about 120 degrees F and prepare two bowls with cold water   Drop one frozen cocktail pod into the sodium alginate bath and gently stir the water with a spoon (be careful not to touch pod with the spoon until the membrane has formed)  Pick up the pod with a slotted spoon, wipe the bottom of the spoon with a paper towel, and transfer to the first cold water bath  Rinse thoroughly by stirring the water, repeat the process rinsing the pod in a second water bath.  Enjoy!  Reyna Edmonds  Find more ideas @reyna.edmonds  Check our her podcast, Lunatic Soup  Buy her book(!), The Unauthorized Court Of Cocktails: Recipes for your Romantasies    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Uncle Brad and Jules as they explore the vibrant world of the Yellow Bird cocktail, a tropical classic that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Uncle Brad guides listeners through the traditional recipe, breaking down each ingredient and technique to help you master this rum-based favorite at home. Jules then elevates the experience with her innovative mezcal variation, "The Golden Feather," showcasing how a simple spirit swap can transform a classic into something entirely new.  Dive into the cocktail's fascinating backstory as Uncle Brad uncovers the Yellow Bird's connection to themes of lost love and longing, revealing how this seemingly cheerful drink carries deeper emotional resonance. The episode wraps up with practical advice on batching cocktails for parties and gatherings, including the crucial technique of calculating proper water dilution to ensure your batch tastes just as good as individually crafted drinks.  Whether you're a home bartender looking to expand your tropical repertoire or simply curious about the stories behind your favorite drinks, this episode delivers both technique and heart in equal measure.  Yellow Bird Cocktail  Glass: Coupe or Martini  Garnish: Lime slice and cocktail cherry  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add:  2.0 oz White rum  1.0 oz Galliano liqueur  1.0 oz Triple Sec  1.0 oz Fresh lime juice  Shake for 15 – 20 seconds  Double strain into chilled coupe  Garnish with lime wheel and cherry    The Golden Feather  Glass: Coupe Glass  Garnish: Banana  Directions & Ingredients In your shaker add:  1 oz white rum  0.5 oz mezcal  0.75 oz banana-infused Galliano*  0.75 oz triple sec (or dry curaçao)  0.75 oz fresh lime juice  0.5 oz cream of coconut (Coco Lopez or similar)  Optional: 1 dash Angostura bitters for added depth  Shake and double strain into your chilled coupe glass   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Uncle Brad and Jules as they explore the sophisticated world of the Bensonhurst cocktail in this episode of The Art Of Drinking. Uncle Brad kicks things off by sharing his recent Denver adventure and his visit to the iconic Cruise Room, one of his favorite watering holes. He then guides listeners through the step-by-step process of crafting the perfect Bensonhurst, complete with the full recipe so you can recreate this Italian-American gem at home.  Jules puts her own refreshing spin on the classic by introducing the Benny Spritz, a lighter, bubblier variation that's perfect for those who love a good spritz. Uncle Brad dives deep into the cocktail's fascinating history and shines a spotlight on one of its key ingredients—Cynar, the artichoke liqueur that everyone seems to mispronounce (we'll help you get it right!).  The episode wraps up with practical tips from both hosts on how to decode bar menus and recreate those mysterious cocktails you spot when you're out and about. Whether you're a home bartender looking to expand your repertoire or simply curious about the stories behind your favorite drinks, this episode delivers the perfect blend of technique, history, and insider knowledge.  Bensonhurst Cocktail  Glass: Coupe  Garnish: None  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  2.0 oz Rye whiskey   1.0 oz Dry vermouth (Dolin works great)  2 tsp of maraschino liqueur   1 tsp of Cynar  Stir for 30-40 rotations  Strain into chilled coupe  No garnish    Benny Spritz  Glass: Highball  Garnish: Lemon peel  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add:  1.5 oz Rye whiskey  0.5 oz Cynar  2 tsp Maraschino liqueur  1.0 oz Dry vermouth  0.25 oz Fresh lemon juice  2 dash Orange bitters  Shake for 15-20 seconds  Double Strain over ice in Collins glass  Add club soda or tonic  Garnish with lemon peel   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think daiquiris are too sweet? Ernest Hemingway felt the same way. The legendary writer transformed this classic cocktail into something stronger, sharper, and infinitely more sophisticated. Today we dive into the Hemingway Daiquiri—a drink as bold and uncompromising as the man who inspired it. We'll explore how Papa's particular tastes created a cocktail that's equal parts refreshing and punishing, and discover why this literary legend's drinking habits became as famous as his prose.    Hemmingway Daiquiri   Glass: Coupe  Garnish:   Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add:  3.5 oz Gold Rum (aged 1 – 3 years)  1.0 oz Fresh pink grapefruit juice  0.75oz Maraschino liqueur  1.0 oz Fresh lime juice  0.5 oz of Rich simple syrup (2:1)  Shake for 20 seconds  Strain into coupe, in this case, I think the extra dilution from the ice crystals is warranted    Hemmingway’s on Vacation  Glass: Coupe glass  Garnish: fresh nutmeg, mint,   Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  1.5 oz mezcal + 0.5 oz aged rum   1 oz fresh grapefruit juice  0.75 oz fresh lime juice  0.5 oz coconut water syrup*  0.5 oz Giffard Banane   Dash of saline or a pinch of salt (optional but highly recommended)  Add to a cocktail shaker  Shake and double strain into couope  Garnish with fresh nutmeg and mint    TIP: @susu_51295 What’s the difference in a syrup, shrub, and oleo sacrum and when to know to use which one   The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Brad and Jules tackle the luxurious Brandy Alexander – a cocktail so smooth, it practically wears velvet pajamas. This creamy classic may have emerged from the shadow of its lesser-known (but equally delicious) parent cocktail, but it's earned its place as a dessert drink worthy of year-round appreciation.  Uncle Brad starts us off with the traditional Brandy Alexander, made the proper way with cream – because while our friends in Wisconsin might insist on ice cream, we're sticking to the original recipe that put this cocktail on the map. Then Jules shakes things up with her signature Root Beer twist, proving that sometimes the best innovations come from thinking outside the liquor cabinet. Uncle Brad digs into the fascinating origins of this sophisticated sipper and reveals the identity of its mysterious parent cocktail.  Whether you're looking to cap off a dinner party or simply want to treat your taste buds to something special, the Brandy Alexander delivers dessert-level indulgence in liquid form. Just remember: this is a nightcap, not a noon-time refresher... actually, don’t let us dictate policy, enjoy it whenever you’d like.  Brandy Alexander  Glass: Coupe  Garnish: Nutmeg  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker glass add:  1.5 oz Cognac / Nice French Brandy  1.0 oz Dark creme de cacao  1.0 oz of Heavy cream  Ice  Shake for 20 seconds or until it’s too cold to hold  Strain into your coupe glass  Garnish with fresh nutmeg     Alexander the Float  Rootbeer Alexander Float  A boozy, creamy, spiced summer dessert cocktail  Glass: Pint Glass  Garnish: Nutmeg or shaved chocolate   Ingredients:  2 oz Cognac  1 oz crème de cacao   1/2 oz heavy cream  2 oz root beer (chilled)  1 scoop vanilla bean ice cream  Freshly grated nutmeg (optional)  Instructions:  Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to your glass  Shake the brandy, crème de cacao, and cream with ice and strain into glass  Top with root beer—slowly! Let it fizz.  Garnish with a dash of nutmeg or a shaved chocolate float.  TIP: Thoughtful question from @Susu_51295 about the differences between syrup, shrub, and oleo sacrum – essential knowledge for any home bartender looking to elevate their craft.     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Uncle Brad and Jules as they brave the notoriously face-contorting Malort. Listen as these courageous libation explorers transform Chicago's favorite liquid punishment into surprisingly palatable cocktails, including Uncle Brad's recreation of the Swedish Seed that might actually make you want to drink Malort (trust him on this one, it’s like Root Beer for grown-ups).  Discover the twisted history of this infamous spirit, from its Swedish origins to its Chicago cult status, and learn how this beverage—described by critics as tasting like "grapefruit rind steeped in gasoline"—became both a beloved cultural touchstone and the city's favorite practical joke on unsuspecting tourists. We'll track Malort's journey from immigrant staple to near extinction, and its phoenix-like revival in the 2010s that cemented its status as Chicago's most masochistic rite of passage.  Whether you're a Malort veteran with the facial scars to prove it or a curious newcomer wondering "how bad could it really be?" (spoiler: bad), this episode promises equal parts history lesson and liquid courage. Listen in and discover why sometimes, the worst-tasting traditions are the ones we cherish most.  Swedish Seed  Glass: Coupe  Garnish: Orange peel  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add:  1.0 oz Malort  1.0 oz Root liqueur  1 egg white  0.75 oz fresh lemon juice  1.5 oz brown sugar honey syrup  2 dash angostura   Dry Shake for 30 seconds Add ice and shake for 20 seconds more  Double Strain into coupe  Add orange peel garnish     TIP: Question form Austin Elliot Strickland – Which is better, syrups or liqueurs?    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we're shaking things up (literally) with author, home bartender, and cocktail influencer extraordinaire Hannah Chamberlain of @spiritedLA fame. Hannah joins us to discuss her viral "Drinking Wherever Bartenders Tell Me To" series, her peculiar "Icons of Misbehavior" creations, and those weirdly dirty martinis that might make traditionalists clutch their pearls. We dive into Hannah's journey from UCLA history grad to cocktail creator whose videos have been viewed over half a billion times online. Plus, we attempt to make her infamous "Junk Food Martini" complete with salt and vinegar potato chip-infused spirits and blue cheese stuffed olives. Whether you're a seasoned home bartender or someone who's just discovered the joy of mixing cocktails at 35,000 feet, Hannah's boozy etiquette from her book "How to Be a Better Drinker" will have you raising your glass with newfound confidence. Prepare for a spirited conversation that's equal parts informative, entertaining, and delightfully unconventional — just like Hannah's approach to cocktail culture.    Salt & Vinegar Potato Chip Vodka Infuse 2 cups of Vodka or Gin with 1 cup of salt & vinegar potato chips  Pour vodka into airtight container, add chips and set aside for at least 8 hours. Strain through coffee filter and keep in freezer.    Junk Food Martini  In mixing glass add:  3oz. Vodka  0.5 to 1.0oz of Dry Vermouth  Ice  Stir for 50 – 75 rotations or 30 seconds is fine  Garnish with bacon crumble and blue cheese stuffed olives and a garlic clove  Enjoy! This will blow you away. So will her book... pick one up!     Hannah Chamberlin  Website: www.spiritedla.com  IG/TikTok: @spiritedla  Pintrest: spiritedla    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Uncle Brad and Jules as they raise a glass with Colm O'Connor, the Guinness Brewery ambassador and leader of the Storehouse Visitor Experiences. In this episode, they delve into the rich history and artistry of Guinness, exploring its origins, the secrets behind the perfect pour, and the cultural significance of this iconic Irish stout. From the fascinating story of Arthur Guinness's 9,000-year lease to the modern innovations that keep Guinness thriving today, listeners will gain a deeper appreciation for every sip. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the world of stouts, this episode is a toast to the art of drinking and the community that surrounds it. So grab your pint, sit back, and let's explore what makes Guinness a beloved treasure around the globe!   Guinness  IG: @GuinnessUS  Website: www.guinness.com     The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad and Jules kick off with a daring taste of Chicago's infamous Malört — because what better way to prepare your taste buds for a journey? Despite this bold opening, the real star of the show is the considerably more palatable Flaming Dr. Pepper shot – which has nothing to do with Malört. While Jules crafts an elegant M&M shooter, Brad dives into the contested origins of the Flaming Dr. Pepper, separating myth from mixology as they attempt to uncover the true story behind this fiery favorite.    Flaming Dr. Pepper (shot)  Glass: Shot glass and pint glass  Garnish: Fire  Directions & Ingredients  In shot glass add:   1.0 oz of Amaretto liqueur  0.25 oz 151 proof rum  In pint glass add:  8.0 oz Light Beer  CAREFULLY set the shot glass ablaze with a match or lighter  Drop the shot glass into the ½ pint of beer and slam it!    Framework:  M&M Shot  Glass: Shot Glass  Directions & Ingredients  To a shot glass add in  1 oz Amaro Montenegro  1 oz Mezcal    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast   Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com     Join Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Uncle Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grab your grenadine, better yet, make your own, and fresh squeeze some oranges. Let’s make a Tequila Sunrise! Uncle Brad stumbles through the drink's contested origins, where two towns are locked in a cocktail custody battle—Tijuana and Phoenix both claiming parentage with zero willingness to share visitation rights. Our journey then wobbles north to California, where the undisputed modern version was shaped and became a rock and roll icon. Uncle Brad, who's never met a cocktail history he couldn't overexplain, walks us through two historical recipes while Jules—who believes every drink deserves an identity crisis and mezcal twist—throws convention out the window with her Oaxacan remix. Come for the history lesson, stay for the inevitable debate about which version is superior (spoiler alert: the one in your hand always wins).    Tequila Sunrise  Glass: Highball Glass  Garnish: Cherry and Orange Taco  Directions & Ingredients  In glass add:  Ice  2.0 oz Tequila Blanco  4.0 oz Fresh Orange Juice  0.5 oz of homemade grenadine  Pour grenadine slowly over back of your spoon to let it sink to the bottom  Stir gently from the bottom go give it a sunrise look   Garnish with your cherry and orange taco   Tequila Sunrise Spritz  Glass: Collins Glass  Garnish: Orange slice  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  1.5 oz tequila  3 oz fresh orange juice  3 oz sparkling water  2 oz aperol, to top at the end for the sunrise effect  Optional: top with champagne or prosecco  Add ice, tequila, fresh orange juice, and sparkling water to a collins glass and mix together.  Slowly pour in Aperol to see your sunrise effect.  Garnish with an orange slice!   Did someone promise Japanese bitters (Uncle Brad)? They are called, “The Japanese Bitters” (btw this is an unsponsored plug – they are delicious!)   TIP: Favorite pre-made syrups for a bar. Thanks @starrsharkins!   The Art of Drinking IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the Tipperary No. 1 & 2, a cocktail that's more mysterious than a pub crawl through historical footnotes. Was it born from the rolling hills of County Tipperary or marched out of the Irish ranks in World War I? Join us as we stir and stumble through conflicting cocktail recipes. This cocktail represents the final days of the Golden Era of cocktails, where every bartender had a different story and every recipe was a potential act of liquid rebellion. Get ready for a spirited journey that's part mixology, part historical detective work, and entirely intoxicating!    Framework:  Tipperary   Glass: Coupe  Garnish: none  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  1.5 oz of Irish Whiskey  1 oz Sweet Vermouth  0.5 oz Green Chartreuse   2 dash Angostura  Stir for 30 rotations  Strain into chilled coupe glass    Tipperary No. 2  No. 2 is unrelated to No. 1, but they both appear in a 1930's cocktail book by Harry Craddock according to Diffords Guide, what do you think? If you make this, let me know what you think. Do you live No. 1 or No. 2?   Glass: Coupe  Garnish: none  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  2 oz of Gin, make it an irish gin  1 oz dry Vermouth  ¼ oz fresh orange juice  ¼ oz pomengranate syrup, grenadine  7 mint leaves  Stir for 30 rotations  Strain into chilled coupe glass    BUT there’s another No. 2 out there and I think I like this one more  In mixing glass add:  1 1/2 oz. Irish whiskey  1 oz. sweet vermouth  1/4 oz. yellow Chartruese  Stir for 30 rotations  Strain into chilled coupe glass    TIP: No tips, just therapy for William Scott    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Uncle Brad loses his mind over how delicious the White Lady Cocktail tastes. We are confident you’ll do the same when you make it. Jules put’s a spin on the cocktail and names it the Foxy Lady. Then we get into the history and evolution of the White Lady cocktail. We promise you, you’ll be making this one all year long.    White Lady  Glass: Coupe  Garnish: Lemon slice  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add:  1 egg white  2 oz Gin (Roku – Yuzu citrus, pepper, cardamom, and a little bitter orange  1 oz Cointreau  1 oz Lemon juice  0.25 oz Simple Syrup   3 drops saline solution  Dry shake for 30 seconds  Add ice to shaker and shake for another 20-30 seconds  Double Strain into coupe glass  Add garnish lemon peel    Framework:  Foxy Lady  Glass: Coupe  Garnish: garnish with a little nutmeg on top!  Directions & Ingredients  In cocktail shaker tin add:  1.5 oz Gin  0.25 oz Amaretto  0.75 oz Lemon Juice  0.5 oz Orgeat  1 Fresh Egg White  Dry shake  Add ice and shake again  Double strain into a coupe glass    TIP: How to set-up your bar space for a small party (thanks William Scott for the question)    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for a cocktail journey that's as fun as its name suggests! In this episode, Join_Jules and Uncle Brad dive deep into the scandalous world of Sex On The Beach—the iconic 1980s cocktail that became a cultural phenomenon. We're uncovering the tantalizing history behind how this provocatively named drink burst onto the cocktail scene, tracing its roots through the wild landscape of Reagan-era mixology. Nancy would not approve.  Join us as we break down the perfect technique for crafting this classic cocktail, and Jules’ riffy-do Where’s The Beach. Then we’ll explore how the Fuzzy Navel's popularity paved the way for this drink and a slew of other attention-grabbing names. You'll get an insider's look at the drink's origin, the marketing genius behind its creation, and how it became a staple of bar menus across America.   Sex On The Beach  Glass: Collins Glass  Garnish: Orange and Cherry (taco)  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  1 oz Vodka  1 oz Peach Liqueur (or Schnapps)  3 oz Orange Juice  3 oz Cranberry Juice  Shake for 20 seconds  Strain over ice into Collins Glass  Add cherry taco garnish    Where’s the beach?   Glass: Collins glass  Garnish: Cherry on top, fresh mint and optional, an umbrella!  Directions & Ingredients  1 oz White Rum  ½ oz Mezcal  ¾ oz Peach liqueur, you can do the full 1 oz but I don’t love the flavor as much  3 oz CHARRED Orange, or Blood Orange Juice  2 oz unsweetened Cranberry juice   ½ oz cinnamon syrup  Add to a cocktail shaker and shake!  Double strain into a collins glass filled with crushed ice.  Garnish & enjoy!      TIP: How to make brown butter syrup – something that has zero to do with this drink, but who the hell doesn’t want to know how to do this? Plus, we did it for you @thebarintern!    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for a flavorful exploration of the Old Fashioned cocktail! In this episode, Uncle Brad introduces the delightful Banana Old Fashioned, while Jules energizes us with an intriguing Espresso Old Fashioned—no mezcal this time (shocker)! Stay tuned as Brad shares a fascinating overview of the history of whiskey, and Jules offers valuable tips on how to make the most of bitters in your cocktails. Don't miss out on this exciting mix of drinks and knowledge!   Banana Old Fashioned Glass: Double Rocks Glass  Garnish: Banana slice, banana chip, candied banana (your call)  Directions & Ingredients  To make Banana Simple Syrup  In sauce pan add:  1/2 sliced banana (riper the better)  1 c. sugar 1 c. water Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, remove from heat, and let cool to room temperature. Strain through cheesecloth into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator (up to 3 weeks; add 1.5 oz of Vodka to get a few more weeks of storage).    In mixing glass add: 2.0 oz Bourbon (Elija Craig Toasted Barrel)  0.33 oz (or 2 tsp) to taste  2.0 dashes of bitters (chocolate and/or walnut or Angostura)  [If making in glass] 0.5 oz cold water    Stir for 20 –30 rotations  Strain over ice in rocks glass  Garnish, if desired, with banana chip    Framework: Espresso Old Fashioned Glass: Rocks Glass Garnish: Espresso beans Directions & Ingredients In mixing glass add: 1oz espresso chilled 2oz bourbon 0.5oz demerara syrup 2-3 dashes Pecan bitters Stir in a mixing glass for approx. 20 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube Add 3 espresso beans, health, wealth, and happiness!   TIP: making the most of your bitters   The Art of Drinking IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast    Jules IG: @join_jules TikTok: @join_jules Website: joinjules.com   Brad IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hold onto your cocktail shakers, folks! Season 7 has arrived, and it’s shaking things up like a well-mixed martini. The biggest twist? We’re switching to a new schedule—so instead of weekly episodes, we’ll be serving up fresh content every other week. That’s right, we’re giving you more time to perfect your drink recipes. But wait, there’s more!   Prepare your taste buds for an exciting array of “how to” content on our Instagram page @theartofdrinkingpodcast. Think of it as your personal bartender, but without the risk of awkward small talk.    Now, for today’s episode, we’re diving into a crucial topic: what should you buy to keep your bar stocked for the next 6 months? Grab a pen and your favorite drink from season 6, and let’s go shopping!      The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dawn Brodey has a big brain, and a big sense of humor! Comedian, Actress, History Channel SME, Houseboat Captain, and host of the hilarious historical podcast, HILF: History I’d Like to F*ck. Together, the 3 of us make the La Louisiane and yet another, Vieux Carre. This time Uncle Brad ACTUALLY get’s into the history of the drink(s). Be sure to check out the history of... toasts on Daws show HILF 74 – The Toast with Jules and Uncle Brad    A La Louisiane Glass: Coupe Glass  Garnish: Fancy cherries (2)   Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  1.0 oz Rye Whiskey (100 proof best)  1.0 oz Sweet Vermouth  0.5 oz Benedictine D.O.M. liqueur  0.5 tsp of Absinthe  2 dash Peychaud’s bitters  2 tsp of chilled water  Stir for 20 seconds  Strain and pour into your coupe glass  Add garnish, 2 fancy cherries     Vieux Carre  Glass: Double rocks glass  Garnish: none  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  0.75 oz of Straight Rye Whiskey  0.75 oz of Cognac  0.75 oz of Sweet Vermouth  2 tsp of Benedictine DOM liqueur  2 dash Peychaud’s bitters  1 dash Angostura bitters  Ice  Stir for 20 seconds  Strain contents over ice in your rocks glass  No garnish    TIP: If you find yourself in Salem in 1718, stick to... mmmaybe just listen and find out    HILF Podcast  IG: @hilfpodcast    Dawn Brody  Website: www.dawnbrody.com   IG: @dawnbrodey    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we get into the a proper grasshopper. It’s a surprisingly crushable drink if you follow Brad’s lead. This drink has roots that seem to come from everywhere, and Uncle Brad get’s into it. Jules puts a grinchy spin on it with mezcal and fernet – yikes! Nah, it’s actually pretty good ;-)   Grasshopper Glass: Coupe  Garnish: shaved chocolate  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  .75 oz. Creme de cacao  .75 oz creme de menthe  .75 oz heavy cream (or 1 scoops of ice cream)  Shaved chocolate for garnish  Shake for 20 seconds Double Strain into coupe glass (take out the ice to stop dilution) Grate a little chocolate over the top   Grinch-hopper Glass: Coupe Garnish: chocolate shaving on top! Directions & Ingredients In a cocktails shaker add: 3/4 oz menthe  3/4 oz creme de cacao  3/4 oz fernet  1/2 oz mezcal  2 oz heavy cream  Add ice and shake Double strain into your coupe Grate a little chocolate over the top   TIP: @kat_helwig: how far in advance can I juice citrus?   Get your Zbiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic here: zbiotics.com/ARTOFDRINKING  Be sure to enter the code ARTOFDRINKING for 15% off your first order   The Art of Drinking IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Possibly the best way to enjoy Rum, according to Uncle Brad, is in a Hot Buttered Rum. It’s warm, holiday spices, and who doesn’t like the richness of butter? If you’ve never had one, don’t get all judge-y on us, this is lights out good. UB gives us a fool proof recipe and Jules puts a time period appropriate twist on it with Applejack, pecans, and maple syrup. Stick around for the colonial history behind the drink and we answer @annagouboy’s question, “what are some good bottle combinations for gift giving”.    TIP: Bottle combinations for holiday gift giving    Get your Zbiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic here: zbiotics.com/ARTOFDRINKING  Be sure to enter the code ARTOFDRINKING for 15% off your first order    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An ancient recipe that spawned many different variations of this warm, spiced wine beverage. Uncle Brad gives us a surefire recipe, a real banger! You will honestly love the smell, the taste, and the story. So stick around for the history of Gloog.    Glogg   (gloo-guh)  Glass: Heat safe mug    Garnish: Spoon + blanched almonds and raisins  Directions & Ingredients  Make your spice bag: grab a cheese cloth, add the following, and then tie it off with string so the contents won’t come out.  20 (cracked) cardamom pods  10 cloves  Ginger (about 5 inch piece) peeled and sliced into ½ inch pieces  1 – 2 orange peels  2 cracked cinnamon sticks  In large saucepan, stockpot, or stewpot add:   2 bottles (750ml) of inexpensive Merlot  0.5 cup golden raisins  0.5 cup of blanched slivered almonds  1 cup honey (Acacia honey works best)  Your spice bag  Heat on stove over low heat for at least 2.5 hours but not more than 6. NEVER LET THIS BOIL.  Add 0.5 cups of Aquavit 30 minutes before serving (Linie Aquavit works really well with this recipe)   Serve in mug with spoon so guests can eat the almonds and raisins as they enjoy their Glogg    Crimson & Clove  Glass: Nick and Nora  Garnish: Nutmeg  Directions & Ingredients  1.5 oz dry red wine, such as Pinot Noir, or Grenache  1.5 oz Cognac  1/2 oz sweet vermouth  1/2 oz vanilla syrup  1/2 oz allspice dram  1/2 oz fresh lemon juice  Fresh nutmeg on top  Add all ingredients into a shaker and shake with ice!  Double strain into a nick and nora glass  Garnish with nutmeg on top!     TIP: why we temper our glasses.     Get your Zbiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic here: zbiotics.com/ARTOFDRINKING  Be sure to enter the code ARTOFDRINKING for 15% off your first order    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We meet back up with the founder of Klaris, Chase Haider to talk about making ice. Yeah, we know, sounds easy – but there is a science here. Chase gives us the in’s and out’s of making clear ice (with or without a Klaris machine). Jules outs the budding bromance between Uncle Brad and Chase. Uncle Brad and Jules spin up a couple of cocktails; Brad makes the classic Penicillin and Jules puts here riffy-do on it.   Penicillin Glass: Double Rocks Glass  Garnish: Candied Ginger Directions & Ingredients In your shaker tin add 1.5oz Blended Scotch whisky  1 tsp. Peated Scotch whisky (Laphroaig)  2 tsp fresh lemon juice  0.5 oz Ginger liqueur  2 tsp Honey syrup (3:1 - acacia honey is best) Double strain over ice Add garnish: skewered piece of candied ginger   Riffy-do Glass: Coupe Garnish: Candied Ginger Directions & Ingredients In your shaker tin add Egg whilte   0.75 fresh lemon juice  0.5 oz cinnamon syrup  0.5 oz ginger syrup   0.5 oz Blended Scotch  1.5 oz bacon fat washed Cognac Dry shake Shake again with ice Double strain in chilled coupe glass   TIP: When and why we use ice   Get 10% off your Klaris Ice Machine using ARTOFDRINKING10 at checkout Go to www.craftklaris.com   Get your Zbiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic here: zbiotics.com/ARTOFDRINKING Be sure to enter the code ARTOFDRINKING for 15% off your first order   The Art of Drinking IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast    Jules IG: @join_jules TikTok: @join_jules Website: joinjules.com   Brad IG: @favorite_uncle_brad   This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk to Dr. Amy Brady who is the author of, Ice: Mixed Drinks to Skating Rinks. She gets into the mind blowing history behind ice - who knew? Chase Haider, founder of Klaris, joins us as well. Brad teaches everyone how to make a Vieux Carre (you need to make this!!!) and Sazerac. Be sure to pick up a copy her book, we only scratch the fascinating surface of ice. Vieux Carre recipe: Glass: Double Rocks Garnish: none Directions & ingredients In a Mixing Glass add: 0.75 oz of straight rye whiskey  0.75 oz of cognac 0.75 oz sweet vermouth  2 tsp Benedictine D.O.M.  2 dash Peychaud’s bitters  1 dash Angostura bitters  Ice!!!  stir for 20-30 seconds  Strain (hawthorn strainer) over ice in rocks glass  No garnish    Get your Zibiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic here: zbiotics.com/ARTOFDRINKING  Be sure to enter the code ARTOFDRINKING for 15% off your first order    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A drink with a delicious twist indeed. The legendary Jerry Thomas put a twist on an old drink with roots going back to the high seas. In today’s episode, we learn how to make the Thomas era Port Flip and (finally) get into the history of Jerry Thomas – the father of flair bartending. This drink is delicious and packed with protein, a drink AND a meal! Then we get into tips. @mmoore125 asked, “When do I shake? When do I stir?”    Hey! Speaking of tip. Do you want to tip us? How about leaving us a rating and a review? We sure do appreciate it when you do ;-)    Port Flip  Glass: Nick & Nora  Garnish: Grated nutmeg  Directions & Ingredients  In shaker add  1.0 oz Cognac  1.5 oz Tawny port  1 tsp rich simple syrup  1 whole egg (white and yolk)  Dry shake without ice for 30 seconds  Shake with ice for 30 seconds  Double Strain into glass  Dust with grated nutmeg    Jules' Flip  Glass: Nick & Nora  Garnish: Nutmeg freshly grated  Directions & Ingredients  In mixing glass add:  1 egg  1.5 oz cynar  1/2 oz scotch  1/2 oz cinnamon syrup  Fresh nutmeg on top    In a cocktail shaker add all ingredients and dry shake.  Add ice and shake again.  Double strain into a Nick and Nora glass.  Freshly grate nutmeg on top      Get your Zibiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic here: zbiotics.com/ARTOFDRINKING  Be sure to enter the code ARTOFDRINKING for 15% off your first order    The Art of Drinking  IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast     Jules  IG: @join_jules  TikTok: @join_jules   Website: joinjules.com    Brad   IG: @favorite_uncle_brad    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices