Drink & Learn Podcast

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 Coursehttps://www.babybarrels.com

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 Bottle Stopper

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.

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 proof)¼ oz Lemon Juice¼ oz Oleo (sugar syrup made with lemon and orange peels)1tsp of preserves (any will do)1 dash angostura bittersWhip shake above ingredients w/2 cubesPour into a Rocks glass or julep cup over Crushed iceMake it pretty.Wi...

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:Martell Caractere CognacD’USSÉ CognacPierre Ferrand 1840 CognacClaude Chatelier Cognac VSCastarède ArmagnacDomaine Boingnères Armagnac (imported by Charles Neal)

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.

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 Delicious Drinks for the Great Outdoors by Emily VikreThe New Craft of the Cocktail: Everything You Need to Know to Think Like a Master Mixologist, with 500 Recipes by Dale DegroffDrink Dat New Orleans: A Guide to the Best Cocktail Bars, Neighbo...

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

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 characteristic of historic glass. Some brands mentioned:The Yari Mixing GlassThe Koriko Shaker (Abigail said Noriko on the podcast but it's Koriko)The Parisian ShakerAn example of a silver animal cocktail shaker. This one weights 3.5 pounds!

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