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Presidents and their drinks of choice - Episode 146

Presidents and their drinks of choice - Episode 146

Released Wednesday, 22nd February 2023
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Presidents and their drinks of choice - Episode 146

Presidents and their drinks of choice - Episode 146

Presidents and their drinks of choice - Episode 146

Presidents and their drinks of choice - Episode 146

Wednesday, 22nd February 2023
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Presidents, 46 and counting. Most every one had a different taste for spirits and cocktails a scant few abstained from the drink. On this President's  Day we run through some of the choices of our past presidents. Joining us for the conversation is fan of the show and fan of bourbon, George Munger.  He shares with us some information on President Truman. Truman was one of the leaders that consumed the most and bourbon in particular. Matt Fox tips his hat to President John F. Kennedy by mixing up one of his favorites, the Bloody Mary.  August has two tributes for the episode. First up a shot of Screwball, PEANUTbutter whiskey, a toast to President Jimmy Carter. Second up is a cocktail named for a president, McKinley's Delight. 
Here is the recipe August created for us.
https://www.liquor.com/recipes/mckinleys-delight/

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Here is a fun Chat GPT article we generated on the subject:
Cocktails have been a staple of American culture for centuries, and it's no surprise that many United States presidents have had their favorite drinks. From George Washington to Joe Biden, every president has had a unique palate and preference for their cocktails. Here's a look at some of the favorite cocktails of past US presidents:

1.     George Washington's Cherry Bounce: George Washington, the first president of the United States, was known to enjoy a drink called "Cherry Bounce." The drink was made by infusing brandy with cherries, sugar, and spices, and then aging it for several months.

2.     Abraham Lincoln's Applejack: Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States, was said to enjoy applejack, a type of brandy made from apples. It was a popular drink in the 19th century and was often used as a currency in rural areas.

3.     Theodore Roosevelt's Mint Julep: Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States, was known to enjoy a mint julep on a hot day. The drink is made with bourbon, sugar, water, and fresh mint, and is served over ice 

4.     Franklin D. Roosevelt's Martini: Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd president of the United States, was known to enjoy a dry martini. The drink is made with gin and dry vermouth, and is served with an olive or a twist of lemon.

5.     John F. Kennedy's Daiquiri: John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, was known to enjoy a daiquiri. The drink is made with rum, lime juice, and sugar, and is served over ice.

6.     Richard Nixon's Screwdriver: Richard Nixon, the 37th president of the United States, was known to enjoy a screwdriver. The drink is made with vodka and orange juice, and is often garnished with a slice of orange.

7.     Ronald Reagan's California Cooler: Ronald Reagan, the 40th president of the United States, was known to enjoy a drink called the California Cooler. The drink is made with white wine, club soda, and a splash of cranberry juice.

8.     Bill Clinton's Godfather: Bill Clinton, the 42nd president of the United States, was known to enjoy a drink called the Godfather. The drink is made with Scotch and amaretto, and is often served on the rocks.

9.     Barack Obama's Beer: Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States, was known to enjoy a cold beer. He even brewed his own beer at the White House, using honey from the White House beehive.

10.  Joe Biden's Orange Creamsicle: Joe Biden, the 46th president of the United States, has a sweet tooth and

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