We're going back to the days of the WII with the development history of Mario Galaxy and even further back to 1885 with the inception of the milkshake, which may not be what you think it is.

Links

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https://www.delish.com/cooking/g1967/fall-cocktails-recipes/

Recipe

Chocolate sauce

6 Oreos, finely crushed,

1 qt. orange sherbet

3/4 c. milk 

8 oz. vanilla vodka 

Whipped cream

Orange & black sprinkles

Music

"Limit 70" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Today we check out one of Spidey's best video game entries of the new millennium. Though pre-marvel cinematic universe, this game has no shortage of villains and heroes recognizable to most. We also continue with a fall season inspired drink known as the Pumpkin White Russian. 

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· 3 ounces pumpkin spice creamer

· 1.5 ounces glass Kahlua

· Whipped Cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish

For the Rim

· 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

· 1 teaspoon sugar or sparkling sugar

· 3 tablespoons crushed graham crackers

Instructions

1. Mix the ingredients for the rim together on a shallow plate. Dip the edge of two glasses in water and then dip into the graham mixture. Press to coat. Set the two glasses aside.

2. Pour vodka, creamer, and kahlua into a large cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake lightly until combined and cold.

3. Pour into glasses and top with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice.

(Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack) 

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYuMKm-JMty6o2whoJADSs0kBQOt6eYlX

Music Used:

 "Limit 70" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

"Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

"Get to the Bank! And Bank Approach" Tommy Tallarico, Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack

"Spidey vs. Mysterio!" Tommy Tallarico, Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack

"Main Menu theme" Tommy Tallarico, Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack

"Hostage Situation" Tommy Tallarico, Spider-Man 2000 Soundtrack

This episode is all about a galaxy far far away and even further still in the past as I review the Bioware classic, Knight's of the Old Republic. To go along with the games big twist we have the Rhubarb Margarita. 

Links mentioned:

https://linktr.ee/LoadingBarPodcast

https://www.afarmgirlsdabbles.com/rhubarb-margarita-aka-the-farmgirl-margarita/

https://www.diffordsguide.com/g/1138/margarita-cocktail/origins-and-history#:~:text=Daniel%20%22Danny%22%20Negrete%20is%20said,for%20her%20as%20a%20present.

Rhubarb Margarita

·  thin lime wedges, for salt rim on glasses and final garnish

· margarita salt for the jar rims, optional

·  1 c. Ruby Rhubarb Syrup

·  3/4 c. tequila blanco 

·  1 Tbs. orange liqueur 

·  1/3 c. freshly squeezed lime juice

·  1/4 c. freshly squeezed orange juice

·  chilled club soda

1. If salting the rims of your glasses, lightly rub a lime wedge around the rims of four wide mouth pint jars (or other 16-ounce glasses) and then dip the rims in salt. Set aside.

2. In a small pitcher, combine the Ruby Rhubarb Syrup, tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and orange juice. Stir. Divide mixture evenly between the four prepared glasses, just a bit more than 1/2 cup per glass. Fill glass with crushed ice to fill the glass 2/3 of the way. Top with club soda to almost fill the glass. With a spoon, gently stir the drink to incorporate the heavier rhubarb syrup mixture into the club soda. Squeeze a lime wedge over the top and then garnish with another lime wedge.

Music Used: "Final Battle of the Dark Wizards" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Magic and mystery are the name of the game as we examine the beginnings of the Harry Potter game franchise with a frosty mug of alcoholic Butter Beer courtesy of Liquor.com

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Butter Beer

- 1 oz butterscotch schnapps

- 1 oz vanilla vodka

- 6 oz cream soda

- Garnish: whipped cream

- Garnish: butterscotch syrup

- Garnish: butterscotch whipped cream

Steps

- Add schnapps, vodka, and cream soda into a frosty mug

- Top with a generous dollop of whipped cream and butterscotch syrup drizzled on top or butterscotch whipped cream

- Butterscotch whipped cream is made by mixing ¼ cup of heavy W cream and 1 oz butterscotch sundae topping. Use a hand mixer, whip until soft peaks form

Music Used: "Moonlight Hall" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

This week we examine the old classic that is Goldeneye 64, and paired with said game is the Vesper Martini made famous by Bond creator, Ian Flemming

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Vesper Martini:

- 3 ounces gin

Links: https://www.diffordsguide.com/g/1121/martini/vesper-martini

Music Used:"Spy Glass" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Tonight we're getting crazy with a tour of Batman: Arkham Asylum and a slight detour to the southside.... with the Southside cocktail.

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Articles: 

https://www.vice.com/amp/en/article/nzky78/the-convoluted-history-of-the-southside

https://www.moodymixologist.com/blog/southside

Music used: "Hard Boiled" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

I'll be talking about my very first video game and 9 DRINKS COUNT EM' 9, that'll have you remembering your first Pokemon adventure, or on passed out on the floor...

Links mentioned: 

Meowpurrnom tumblr: https://meowpurrnom.tumblr.com/post/62758962133/say-hello-to-my-eeveelution-cocktail-menu-due-to

Polygon Article: https://www.polygon.com/2013/10/5/4805724/pokemon-cocktails-offer-adult-fun-with-a-twist

Pokemon Gold Spaceworld 1997: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDELoTl1Qcw&t=1693s

Music Used:"Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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In this episode we learn about the history of Bioshock and a little bit about the Bay breeze cocktail, which is made as follows:

- 1.5 oz Vodka

- 3 oz. cranberry juice (if you dare)

- 1.5 oz pineapple juice

- Lime wheel

- pour vodka, pineapple juice and cranberry juice into a highball glass and add ice, stir, garnish with lime wheel

Bioshock Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMiHFSoVvfc&list=PLZpnS3dJls9c-mtjjI1-TQtEYpTNCINN2

Music Used: "Off to Osaka" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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This episode will take you on a brief journey through Rapture, the underwater city in the world of Bioshock. The cocktail for the episode is the Bay Breeze which is made as follows:

- 1.5 oz Vodka

- 3 oz. cranberry juice (if you dare)

- 1.5 oz pineapple juice

- Lime wheel

 pour vodka, pineapple juice and cranberry juice into a highball glass and add ice, stir, garnish with lime wheel

Music Used: "Off to Osaka" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Bioshock Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMiHFSoVvfc&list=PLZpnS3dJls9c-mtjjI1-TQtEYpTNCINN2

Capping off the review of Dark Souls 2, we talk about Scholar of the First Sin and the 3 DLC's that followed the release of the game. Check out my social media for drink recipes, upcoming episodes, and general gaming goodness.

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Drink Recipes: 

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Ingredients

Instructions

*Tarragon tea syrup

Long Island Iced Tea

        3/4 ounce vodka

Instructions

Music Used: "Airport Lounge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)