Bourbon Bottles and Mind Boggles

In this episode, Katy and Erin go headfirst into a topic that may appear to be a compliment, but is it really? Why do we multitask, is it productive and could it be bad for our health?  Listen to find out more.

In this episode, Katy and Erin chill out with a quick and easy cocktail that can be made ahead of time and enjoyed when the time is right, the Gold Rush. We also learn that Erin cannot tell the difference between and a lemon and a lime…. or maybe it was just the bourbon talking.

How to make a Gold Rush

Ingredients

• 1.5 ounces of Bourbon
• 3/4 ounce of honey syrup
• 3/4 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Garnish: lemon twist

Instructions

• Fill shaker half way with ice
• Add the bourbon, honey syrup and lemon juice
• Shake until well chilled
• Strain into a chilled rocks glass (ice in optional)
• Rim the glass with a lemon peel and add to the drink

In this episode, Katy and Erin are joined by Katy’s longtime friends Gina Dalessandro and Alysse Dalessandro and mother daughter duo with the entrepreneurial mindset and many great stories to share.  These four ladies of three different generations share their opinions on varying life situations.

 In this episode, Katy shows off her bartending skills to special guests Gina Dalessandro and Alysse Dalessandro. They share stories about trips to Italy, while Katy makes the Italian Old Fashioned.

How to make an Italian Old Fashioned

Ingredients

• 2 ounces of Bourbon
• 1/2 ounce of Amarena
• 1/4 ounce of simple syrup
• Dash of Angostura bitters
• Dash of Orange bitters
• Garnish: Orange peel

Instructions

• In a mixing glass filled with ice, and the bourbon, Amarena and simple syrup
• Add a few dashes of Angostura bitters and orange bitters
• Stir until chilled
• Strain over a large cube in a rocks glass
• Rim the glass with an orange peel and add the peel to the glass

Happy New Year! In this special episode Katy and Erin take a moment to reflect on their podcasting journey so far. They also share their goals for this new year and what to look forward to in 2026.

In this episode, Katy and Erin are joined by Erin’s cousin Helen.  The ladies talk about the pillars of 4H, and all the different programs that help the younger generation foster skills that will last them a lifetime.   They also get the mentors that shaped their lives and the ways we all can be mentors for others.

In this episode, Erin tries her hand at bartending yet again and this time around Katy and Erin may have created a new bourbon lover. Listen to find out how to make a Kentucky Mule.

How to make a Kentucky Mule

Ingredients

• 2 ounces of Bourbon
• 1/2 ounce of fresh lime juice
• 4-6 ounces of ginger beer, chilled
• Garnish: full mint sprigs

Instructions

• Fill a cooper mug or highball glass with crushed ice.
• Pour in the bourbon and fresh lime juice
• Top off with the chilled ginger beer
• Stir contents gently
• Garnish with a lime wedge and/or fresh mint sprig

In this episode, Katy and Erin get really personal when they share their experiences with working parent guilt. While opening up about their moments of guilt, they dive into different scenarios and talk through ways to cope.  

In this episode, Katy and Erin get a little slap happy while guest bartender Matt Dohar mixes up a Mint Julep. We learn the origin of this signature cocktail and the best way to release the oils within mint leaves.

How to make a Mint Julep

Ingredients

• 2 ounces of Bourbon
• 1 tablespoon of simple syrup
• Crushed ices
• 3-4 fresh mint sprigs

Instructions

• Add 6-8 mint leaves and simple syrup to a rocks glass.
• Muddle the mint leaves with the simple syrup.
• Add bourbon and fill glass with crushed ice.
• Stir until glass becomes frosted.
• Garnish with a sprig of mint.

In this episode, Katy and Erin sit at the round table with Katy’s husband, Marc, and their good friends, Court and Hue DeLuca. They share stories about heritage, family dynamics, and the ways our families shape us. They also ask: Does leadership stem from our family influences?