The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle Redd Rock Music, LLC

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  
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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: 

2oz Demerara rum 

1oz Freshly squeezed lime juice 

3/4oz Simple syrup 

2 dashes of Angostura bitters 

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 

2oz Old Tom Gin 

¼ - ½ oz of demerara simple syrup 

Scant ¼ oz of Elderflower Liqueur 

2 dash of cardamon bitters / 2 dash of orange bitters (grapefruit bitters work great here too) 

2 drops of salt solution (80:20) 80 grams of water to 20 grams of salt 

 
Fernet old fashioned, also known as Toronto  

2 ounces rye whisky 

1/2 ounce fernet 

1/2 ounce simple syrup 

2 dashes Angostura bitters 

Garnish: orange twist 

 
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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Brad  
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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 
 
Shout out to: @DadsElixer 
 
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