Touchdown for underdogs! This week, we celebrate the return of football season by watching the feel-good story of Rudy. We'll delve into the inspiring story of Rudy Ruettiger, who defied the odds to chase his dream of playing for Notre Dame. Join us as we discuss how creepy Rudy is when you sit back and think about his actions, we talk about some other football movies, and Zach tests our school bus manufacturer knowledge in the latest edition of the Trivia Quiz.

Feeling the gameday spirit? Craft a refreshing "SouthBend" cocktail, featuring gin, citrus juices, and a touch of mint, named after Rudy's Fighting Irish spirit! Test your knowledge with a trivia challenge about iconic football movies. Don't miss this episode for a heartwarming journey and a delicious cocktail, perfect for any underdog fan.

The Southbend from our Dylan McPhee

2 ounces gin (Caskers)

1/2 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed

1/2 ounce simple syrup (Caskers)

1/2 ounce Grapefruit Juice 

Dash of Angostura bitters (Caskers)

Muddle 5-6 Mint Leaves

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He ain't got nothin' but a name! This week, we go back to the fantastic film year that was 1967 with the iconic film, Cool Hand Luke. Join us as we delve into the story of Luke Jackson (Paul Newman), a rebellious spirit defying authority within the confines of a Southern prison camp. In the episode, we discuss disappointing Taco Bell, Paul Newman being a great guy, Zach's latest Ponzi Scheme for acquiring Kohl's cash, and Zach tests our egg challenge trivia in the latest edition of the Trivia Quiz. 

Feeling inspired? Craft a refreshing Whiskey Sour cocktail, a classic drink with a rebellious twist, just like Luke himself! Test your knowledge with a trivia challenge about the film's production and hidden details. Don't miss this episode for an exploration of Cool Hand Luke, fueled by classic cocktails and engaging discussions.

Whiskey Sour (recipe)

2 ounces bourbon (Caskers)

3/4 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed

1/2 ounce simple syrup (Caskers)

1/2 ounce egg white (optional)

Garnish: Angostura bitters (Caskers)

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Get ready for a wild ride! This week, we watched what Dylan considers to be the quintessential Guy Ritchie film, Snatch. Starring Brad Pitt, Jason Statham, Dennis Farina, and Lennie James, Snatch is currently sitting at #119 on the IMDb's Top 250 movie list. It is the story of: Unscrupulous boxing promoters, violent bookmakers, a Russian gangster, incompetent amateur robbers and supposedly Jewish jewelers fight to track down a priceless stolen diamond. Join us as we unravel the chaotic plot, explore the eccentric characters, and appreciate the film's unique blend of humor and violence. We'll discuss Brad Pitt's unforgettable accent, the film's non-linear storytelling, its enduring influence on popular culture, and Dylan tests the guys' Madonna trivia in the latest Trivia Quiz.

Fight Milk! (From The Infatuation)

1.75-ounce dark rum, bourbon, or cognac (Caskers)

1 tablespoon peanut butter

.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

.5 ounce maple syrup

4 ounces milk

1 box Cinnamon Toast Crunch (for the cereal milk infusion)

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Adventure awaits! This week, we watched The Princess Bride a beloved classic that somehow missed the majority of our crew. The Princess Bride is currently sitting at #243 on the IMDb's Top 250 movie list, and it is the story of: While home sick in bed, a young boy's grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies, and allies in his quest to be reunited with his true love. In the episode, Dylan buys the hype for this movie, we recast the movie for a modern remake, and Cameron tests our knowledge of Andre the Giants' drinking habits in the latest Trivia Quiz. 

Feeling adventurous yourself? Craft a "Miracle Max's M.L.T." cocktail, inspired by the movie's memorable scene. Don't miss this episode for a captivating journey filled with classic cocktails and a healthy dose of adventure!

Miracle Max’s M.L.T. (Mango/Lime/Tequila) (From Reel Drinks By Dizz)

1.5oz/45mL Reposado Tequila (Drizly/Caskers)

.5oz/15mL Dry Curacao (Drizly/Caskers)

.75oz/23mL Fresh Mango Purée 

.5oz/15mL Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice

.75oz/23mL Homemade Ginger Syrup (or Ginger Beer if you want a highball)

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John Grisham's legal thriller meets classic cocktails! This week, we watched The Pelican Brief as recommended by James Leonard. Join us as we dissect the story of a law student, Darby Shaw (Julia Roberts), who uncovers a dangerous conspiracy. Denzel Washington joins the cast as a tenacious reporter helping her navigate the treacherous world of politics and corruption. In the episode, we discuss how this is the director's attempt to return back to his All the President's Men form, Dylan learns the actual names of the two main characters, and Zach tests to see if we paid attention to the classroom names in the latest Trivia Quiz. 

Feeling thirsty for justice? Craft a classic Sazerac while you listen! Don't miss this episode for a captivating exploration of conspiracies, legal thrillers, and classic cocktails!

Sazerac (Liquor.com Recipe)

Absinthe, to rinse (Caskers)

1 sugar cube

1/2 teaspoon cold water

3 dashes Peychaud’s bitters (Caskers)

2 dashes Angostura bitters (Caskers)

1 1/4 ounces rye whiskey (Caskers)

1 1/4 ounces cognac (Caskers)

Garnish: lemon peel

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Dive into the dark world of oil and ambition with "There Will Be Blood,"(#145 & 8.2/10) directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring the legendary Daniel Day-Lewis. We'll delve into the film's captivating story, analyze Day-Lewis' mesmerizing performance, and explore the film's themes of greed and power.

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Feeling sophisticated? Craft a "Black Gold" cocktail, a rich and complex drink inspired by the film's dark atmosphere. Test your knowledge with a fun trivia challenge about the film's unique editing style. This episode is a must for fans of captivating dramas, powerful performances, and classic cocktails. Don't miss it!

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Black Gold (from our Dylan McPhee):

2oz Aged Rum (Caskers)

.5oz Coffee Liquor (I used Mr. Black) (Caskers)

.75oz Lemon Juice 

.5oz Honey Syrup (3:1 honey to water)

2 dash Ango Bitters (Caskers)

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Brace yourself for controversy! This week on Cocktails & Classics, we watched Ben Stiller's Tropic Thunder, a 2008 comedy-action film that could never be made today. In the episode, we discuss how this movie has aged or become more controversial since it was made, Zach feels like the Leonardo DiCaprio meme realizing the pop culture impact of this film, and we talk about how quotable this film is. 

Feeling tropical? Craft a refreshing cocktail inspired by the film's exotic setting. Test your knowledge with a trivia challenge about Tropic Thunder's behind-the-scenes secrets. Don't miss this episode for a provocative discussion and a classic cocktail experience.

Tropic Thunder recipe (from Sean Henry)

1 1/2 oz or 45mL Dry Gin (Caskers)

3/4 oz or 23 mL Giffard Creme de Peche de Vigne (Caskers )

1/2 OZ or 15mL Lemon juice 

1 oz or 30mL Pineapple juice 

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Is it supposed to be this bad? This week, we watch the acid trip that is Nobuhiko Ôbayashi's House, a 1977 Japanese horror-comedy about a group of schoolgirls who take a trip to a house in the countryside and encounter an evil spirit. In the episode, we discuss the absolute absurdity of the events that take place, the origins of the ideas and inspiration for the film, and Dylan tests our knowledge of Slate magazine movie reviews in the latest edition of the trivia quiz. 

Feeling adventurous? Craft a "Watermelon Negroni" cocktail, inspired by the film's surreal atmosphere. Don't miss this episode for a mind-bending exploration of Japanese horror and classic cocktails!

The Watermelon Negroni (inspired by Jackson Tucker's):

1oz or 30mL Gin

1oz or 30mL Campari

1oz or 30mL Watermelon infused Sweet Vermouth* 

*blend 10 1 inch watermelon cubes w/ 750 mL of Vermouth, let sit for an hour, strain

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After the removal of our infamous 2nd episode on Airplane!, we're back to the David Zucker directed comedies with The Naked Gun. Starring Leslie Nielsen, this outlandish comedy is the story of Police Squad Detective Frank Drebein assigned to protect Queen Elizabeth on her trip to Los Angeles. In this episode, we draw a lot of comparisons between Airplane! and The Naked Gun, we talk about the importance of strong supporting characters in a comedy film, and Zach tests our knowledge of food expiration dates in his Trivia Quiz.  

Bramble Cocktail recipe from Dick Bradsell: 

2oz or 60mL gin 

1oz or 30mL lemon juice 

1/4oz or 7.5mL simple syrup 

1/2oz or 15mL creme de mure or muddle ~5 fresh blackberries 

Garnish: lemon half-wheel & fresh blackberry 

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Do you remember? This week on Cocktails & Classics, we blast off to Mars with Arnold Schwarzenegger in the 1990 sci-fi action film, "Total Recall." Based on a short story from Philip K Dick, the film follows Doug Quaid who goes to get a memory implanted of a trip to Mars, but finds out that he's actually been...or has he? Join us as we explore the film's mind-bending premise, analyze its iconic action sequences, and discuss the ethical implications of memory manipulation. Feeling adventurous? Craft a refreshing "Last Resort" cocktail, a perfect accompaniment to this interplanetary adventure. Test your knowledge on whether the entire cast and crew lost their luggage or not in the latest episode of Zach's trivia quiz. Don't miss this episode for a thrilling journey through the depths of memory and imagination, all served with classic cocktails and engaging discussions.

The Last Resort from Dylan McPhee (our first original)

1oz Scotch

.75 Lemon

.75 Blanc Vermouth

.75 Orange Liqueur

.25 Simple Syrup (cut back a bit if using triple sec)

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