The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle

• Ep. 110: Bensonhurst Cocktail – Cynar, Spritzes, and Bar Menu Secrets

  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

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• Ep. 109: Hemmingway Daiquiri - The life, the legend, and libations of Ernest Hemmingway

  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

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• Ep. 108: The Brandy Alexander – Velvet in a Glass

  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

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• Ep. 107: Malort... What The Hell is Going on Here?

  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

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• Ep. 106: Spirited Conversations - Mixing Up Junk Food Martinis with Hannah Chamberlain

  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

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