It's our annual round-up of drink themed gifts for loved ones (or yourself, if you need an excuse)Elizabeth's ListAmaro MonteZero Proof bookElectric JuicerAbigail's ListSupport a bartender!Cocktail IllustrationsTrain your noseComplete Whiskey C

Booze Storage and How to Become a Bartender

Oct 24th, 2021 57m 45s

Elizabeth and Abigail return with two listener questions. We offer advice on how best to store all your alcohol and Abigail share her bartending journey. Here's a list of some items to help save your alcohol:Sizzler Bottle CapAir CorkChampagne

Bartending during COVID-19

May 29th, 2021 1h 6m

Elizabeth and Abigail are joined by bartender Rachel Urbelis from Cielo on Sanibel Island, FL to discuss what it was like during a pandemic. Unsurprisingly, it wasn't great.

Oh Sherry!

May 8th, 2021 52m 41s

Abigail waxes poetic on her love for sherry and shares here favorites. Elizabeth admits the history is cool and remains a fan of PX. References:SHERRY COBBLER aka the Pretty Ricky from Compere Lapin1 ¾ oz Amontillado Sherry1/2 oz Dark Rum (high

Cognac and Armagnac

Apr 24th, 2021 44m 20s

Elizabeth and Abigail discuss Cognac and Armagnac, their origins and differences and suggest some to try. Resources we talked about:Charles NealBy the Smoke and the Smell: My Search for the Rare and Sublime on the Spirits TrailBrandys to try:M

Ramos Gin Fizz

Apr 5th, 2021 55m 2s

Elizabeth and Abigail share the history of Charles Henry Ramos, the creator of this famous Gin Fizz and offer advice if you are making it at home.

Holiday Gift Round-up

Dec 12th, 2020 40m 56s

Elizabeth and Abigail offer their annual list of boozy inspired gifts to give (and get!)Links:Books:Spirits of Latin America: A Celebration of Culture & Cocktails, with 100 Recipes from Leyenda & Beyond by Ivy MixCamp Cocktails: Easy, Fun, and

Champagne

Nov 28th, 2020 59m 15s

Elizabeth and Abigail explore the history of Champagne and share some of their favorites. Mentions include:Wine FollyWhen Champagne Became FrenchAubry Brut RosePerrier Jouet

Barware: The Basics

Nov 14th, 2020 1h 4m

Elizabeth asks Abigail for advice on the best basic tools for outfitting your bar. She shares her favorites for mixing and shaking. Elizabeth learns other uses for her mixing glasses and Abigail is delighted to learn about a valued characterist

Pisco

Oct 31st, 2020 50m 40s

Elizabeth and Abigail discuss the history of Pisco and how it became so popular in San Fransisco in the 19th century. Mentions:History of Pisco in San Francisco: A Scrapbook of First Hand AccountsSmall Hands FoodPisco en el siglo XIX

Absinthe

Oct 18th, 2020 56m 33s

Elizabeth and Abigail explore the rich and complex history of absinthe's popularity, especially in 19th century France, and offer ways to use it in cocktails today. Mentioned in the show:Hideous Absinthe: A History of the Devil in a Bottle by J

Liqueurs

Oct 3rd, 2020 1h 1m

Elizabeth and Abigail discuss the history and uses of liqueurs and justify a listener's affection for amaretto . Sources mentioned:The Picayune's Creole CookbookThe Medieval Kitchen: Recipes from France and Italy by Odile Redon, Francoise Sabba

Bitters

Sep 19th, 2020 1h 5m

Season Three features episode requests from listeners. Elizabeth shares some bitters history and Abigail gives counsel on which ones to buy if you are just starting your cocktail journey as well as some more unusual flavors to try.

Blender Drinks

Jul 13th, 2020 57m 24s

Elizabeth and Abigail get you ready for summer. Learn about the history of the blender and get some advice on making your best frozen drinks including daiquiris of all kinds, ice cream based concoctions, and frosé !Here are some links/recipes r

Robert Simonson and The Old Fashioned

Jun 29th, 2020 42m 11s

Author Robert Simonson joins Elizabeth to discuss his book The Old Fashioned, which traces the origins and evolution of this classic cocktail. Follow him on Instagram is @robertosimonsonIf you feel like treating yourself, check out The Simonson

Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall and Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure

May 16th, 2020 52m 41s

Elizabeth speaks with Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall, the author of Hungover: The Morning After and One Man's Quest for the Cure about hangovers, of course, but also the journey he took in researching and writing the book. They discuss the merits of

Spring Cleaning Your Bar and Listener Questions

Apr 27th, 2020 53m 20s

Elizabeth and Abigail offer tips to clear out the "clutter" from your home bar and also answer some listener questions. Abigail also introduces us to the idea of "infinity bottles" which are not part of the Harry Potter Wizarding World, no matt

Hannah Griggs and Mapping Prohibition Raids

Apr 11th, 2020 54m 41s

Hannah Griggs joins Elizabeth to talk about her website, Intemperance.org where she mapped 1,000 Prohibition raids that occurred in New Orleans throughout The Great Mistake. She discusses her findings and takes listeners on a virtual tour of dr

Medicinal Drinking

Mar 28th, 2020 44m 41s

Elizabeth and Abigail address the ways drinking has been impacted by the Corona virus. Elizabeth talks about how whiskey was used in treating the influenza epidemic of 1918 and she and Abigail explore ways to drink mindfully and well while the

St Patrick's Day and Irish Whisky

Mar 7th, 2020 48m 42s

Elizabeth and Abigail trace the evolution of St Patrick's Day celebrations and offer some whisky drinking advice for the day. Much of the information on the day comes from The Wearing of the Green: A History of St. Patrick's Day by Michael Cro

Carnival Drinking

Feb 17th, 2020 41m 21s

Elizabeth and Abigail discuss what makes drinking during Carnival so particular to that festive time. They also offer advice if you want to throw your own Carnival party, no matter where you live. Punch Recipe discussed in the episode is below.

Love Potions

Feb 1st, 2020 34m 44s

In honor of the upcoming Valentine holiday, Elizabeth and Abigail explore the bizarre (and dubious) history of aphrodisiac drinks. While doing so, they end up creating a pretty good tasting concoction but make no promises of its efficacy.

History of the World in Six Glasses

Jan 18th, 2020 1h 2m

Author Tom Standage joins Elizabeth to discuss his book A History of the World in Six Glasses. From the beer that fueled early agriculture to world dominating Coca Cola, they cover several thousand years of human drinking history. Other books r

Dry (and Damp) January

Jan 7th, 2020 41m 41s

Elizabeth and Abigail discuss the merits and drawbacks of giving up drinking for the month of January and also explore some alternatives. Abigail offers suggestions of tasty non alcoholic and low proof options. Low proof cocktails include the A

Holiday Gift Roundup

Dec 7th, 2019 42m 27s

Elizabeth and Abigail offer some favorite picks for anyone on your holiday gift list (including yourself!) They end with talking about a beloved gift they have received and sharing a holiday drink recipe for the season.. Mentions are listed bel