The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle

In this episode, we delve into the intriguing tale of the 20th Century Cocktail, a drink that defies preconceptions and captivates the senses. Join Uncle Brad as he guides us through the intricate process of crafting this extraordinary concoction while unraveling the fascinating history that surrounds it. Additionally, Jules unveils the secrets of the 19th Century Cocktail, the 20th Century’s Bourbon-y brother, adding another layer of allure to our exploration. Special thanks to @sips.with.sav for their thought-provoking question about the art of shaking versus stirring cocktails on a night out, to which we eagerly respond. Tune in as we sip, stir, and uncover the mysteries behind these timeless libations. 

20th Century Cocktail Recipe 

This drink should NOT be chocolate forward, you should barely notice it’s there until you do. 

Shake with ice 

Double strain into a chilled coupe glass 

Garnish with a lemon twist and drink with your pinky in the peacock position 

19th century  

Shake with ice 

Double strain into a chilled coupe glass 

Garnish with a lemon twist and drink with your opposite hand made in to a fist, displayed proudly above your head 

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We caught up with Nate Gana, a charismatic spirits influencer who welcomed us into the world of fine spirits with a masterclass in whiskey appreciation. Through engaging storytelling, Nate unveils the nuances and complexities of various whiskeys, imparting his wisdom on discerning their unique flavors and aromas. As we savor a bottle of Courage & Conviction American Single Malt Whiskey finished in Sherry Cask by Virginia Distillery Company alongside Nate, we are treated to an immersive sensory experience that deeps our understanding of this revered spirit. 

With his expert guidance, we not only learn to appreciate the subtleties of whiskey but also gain the confidence to host our very own whiskey-tasting party. Nate’s infectious passion and wealth of knowledge leave us inspired and eager to share our newfound expertise with friends, creating an unforgettable whiskey-tasting experience for all. Join us as Nate Gana takes us on a captivating journey. 

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Brad and Jules have a case of the giggles and wander through the Queens Park Swizzle, the Queens Park Hotel, and why not some fun facts about Trinidad(?). In part 4, we answer another listener question from @emilyy_oc, “Can you talk about which size of ice cubes to use when: stirring, shaking, and serving?” We may be asking a lot of you, our listeners in this episode. We hope you don’t unsubscribe after listening. 

Queens Park Swizzle recipe: 

FIRST!!! Take 10 mint leaves into the palm of your hand, CLAP, gently roll and add to your Collins glass. While they are in the glass, use your barspoon or swizzle stick to rub the leaves around the inside of the glass. 

Then add in: 

Grab your Lewis bag and mallet and fill the bag with ice 

HAMMER that ice to crushed bits 

Making sure your swizzle stick (or bar spoon) is in the glass, fill your glass halfway with crushed ice 

Swizzle with your swizzle stick or bar spoon until the outside of the glass becomes frosted. “How do I swizzle?” you ask? Place the stem of the stick / spoon between your palms and rub back and forth. DON’T chop the ice up into bits. Make sure you are swizzling above the leaves. Be sure to push any leaves that may have strayed up towards the top back down. 

Fill the glass with more ice, until mounded on top 

Add more angostura bitters, soaking the top. You should have a nice 3 layered drink; green, gold, and a ice dark reddish brown at the top. Garnish with a few mint sprigs, slap ‘em around first and fluff them up before planting in your ice. 

Italian Coco Swizzle 

2 oz Dark rum 

3/4 oz orgeat syrup 

1 oz fresh lime juice 

6-7 mint leaves 

1 oz coconut infused campari 

Garnish: Mint Sprig 

Glass: Highball 

In a highball glass, clap mint and add to the glass. 

Then add rum, orgeat syrup, ½ oz Campari and lime. 

Fill your glass halfway with crushed ice 

Swizzle with your swizzle stick or bar spoon until the outside of the glass becomes frosted 

Fill the glass with more ice, until slightly mounded on top 

Add ½ oz of campari on top and garnish with mint sprig 

TIP: Ice, what size of cubes should you be using and when. Thanks @emilyy_oc ! 

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Margarita’s never get old, unless they are made from that cheap margarita mix. Tommy’s Mexican restaurant was on the forefront of changing the Margarita from syrupy grossness to fresh squeezed goodness. Jules and Brad teach you how to make 2 tequila drinks worth having on your bar menu. The world Famous Tommy’s Margarita and Tequila Mocking bird. Stick around for listener questions from Get Featured on our Instagram page @theartofdrinkingpodcast. Today we answer questions from @theblondebookworm 

TIP: How to recreate drinks from the bar/restaurant at home 

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In just a few short seasons we seem to have started a tradition. This season we are continuing and plan to start a new tradition along with it. First, we start Season 5 with a riff on the Old Fashioned, believe us when we say that the Gin Old Fashioned will blow you away, and if you’re into Fernet, so will the Toronto. Second, starting this season we will answer YOUR questions from the Get Featured section of our Instagram page @theartofdrinkingpodcast. Thank you for listening, and keep the questions coming!  

Gin Old Fashioned 

Fernet old fashioned, also known as Toronto  

TIP: Building a bar on a budget, 3 drinks you should serve every guest, gin cocktail ideas for those who just fell in love with gin 

Be sure to check out Truman’s podcast called DayStrider: The Time Travelers Treat 

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To kick off Season 5, we are going to go through the spirits, liqueurs, and fortified wines we plan to use this season and drop a few hints on the cocktails we plan to cover. Have a question or want us to talk about a drink or something specific? Ask us questions on the Get Featured section of our Instagram page @theartofdrinkingpodcast. We'll answer your questions there, and maybe in our podcast too! 

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Our last episode of Season 4 brings us to the Gold Rush. We couldn’t end so close to St. Patrick’s Day without giving you a cocktail to celebrate your Irishness. Uncle B gives us the recipe for the classic(?) Gold Rush cocktail and goes into the history behind the drink, as well as a random jazz session of thoughts. Jules gives us the Golden Chocolate Rush and tips on how to make your beverages green without using dye.  

Gold Rush: 

In your shaker, add 

2 oz of Bourbon (no stronger than 100 proof but a little beefier than 80 proof) 

1 oz of Fresh Lemon Juice 

¾ oz of Honey Syrup (3:1 - Acacia honey works great) 

Shake for 20 seconds 

Double strain into a chilled rocks glass over ice 

Garnish with a lemon twist 

Golden Chocolate Rush 

In your shaker, add 

2 oz Irish Whiskey  

¾ oz Fresh Lemon Juice 

½ oz Honey Syrup (2:1) 

½ oz Creme de Cacao 

Optional: Gold edible glitter 

Shake for 20 seconds 

Double strain into a chilled rocks glass over ice 

Garnish with a lemon twist 

TIP: How to make dried citrus wheels for garnish 

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We cover a lot of ground in this episode. Uncle Brad reveals he is a closet swifty, more on that in part 3 when we get into cocktail eras and the history of the Rosita. Before all of that, we’ll learn how to make the Rosita and the Rosita Sour (a Jules twist). Finally Jules helps us up our garnish game by teaching us how to make dried citrus wheels. 

Rosita

In mixing glass add:

1.5oz Patron reposado

.5oz Campari

.5oz Dry Vermouth

.5oz Rosso Vermouth

1 dash angostura

Stir over chunks of ice (30 - 45 seconds)

Strain into rocks glass over big rock of ice

Garnish with lemon twist 

FYI ever wonder how many seconds to stir? Here’s an approximation of how long to stir and how much dilution you’ll get. Just be aware that the smaller the ice chunks, the faster you will dilute: 15 seconds 1 oz, 30 seconds should be 1.25, 45 seconds should be 1.5oz

Rosita Sour

In your shaker add:

1 egg white

1.5 oz tequila reposado

½ oz sweet vermouth

½ oz dry vermouth

½ oz campari

½ oz blood orange juice

½ oz lemon juice

¼ oz agave syrup

Dry shake for 20 - 30 seconds

Add ice and shake for another 20 seconds

Double strain into a chilled coupe glass

Garnish with an orange slice.

TIP: How to make dried citrus wheels for garnish

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Brad introduces us to a neoclassic drink, The Old Cuban and Jules puts her spin on it to make the New Cuban. This cocktail feels like it has been around since the Golden Age of cocktails, but has it? Brad gives us the real history on the drink while Jules teaches us how to put a proper beatdown on mint.

Old Cuban

In your shaker add:

6 mint leaves (clap and roll)

1.5 oz aged, blended, rum (5 - 7 years)

1 oz simple syrup (1:1)

.75 oz fresh squeeze lime juice

2 dash Angostura bitters

Ice

Shake easy, about 10 - 15 seconds

Double strain into chilled coupe glass

Top off with 2 oz champagne (or method champenoise)

Garnish with lime wheel and mint sprig

The New Cuban

In your shake add:

1 oz Appelton estate Jamaican rum

.5 oz of Mezcal

.75 oz fresh lime juice

.5 oz of Hibiscus (or any flavor) simple syrup (1:1)

6 mint leaves slap rolled

Dash of Angostura and dash of orange bitters

Double strain into chilled coupe glass

Top off with sparkling wine 1.5 to 2 oz

Garnish with mint sprig or dried citrus

TIP: how to properly use mint in your cocktails

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We talk with Chris Montana, founder of Du Nord, Minnesota’s FIRST black-owned distillery. DuNord is a favorite of Uncle Brad's, and it is likely to be yours after hearing Chris’ story and how they operate at Du Nord. We hear how Chris got started, his philosophy on hiring talent and pie, and the foundation they created from the ashes of their business when it burned down during the George Floyd riots of 2020. Oh, and Brad gives us the recipe for the Turf Club Martini (see below).

Turf Club Martini

In mixing glass add:

2 oz of Du Nord Prominice Gin

¾ oz dry vermouth

¼ oz maraschino liqueur

2 dash orange bitters

Stir for 15 rotations and strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass

Garnish with a lemon twist

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