Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast

Ben Henry and Matthew Henry
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Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast

Come for the cocktails, stay for the funny alcohol-fueled rants as two lifelong San Francisco Giants fans discuss their favorite baseball team while enjoying homemade cocktails. Published every Monday and Thursday. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

  1. 28 DE OUT.

    Off-Season Expectations & The All 2nd Millenium Team

    It's quiet out there. But not in here! The brothers are yelling about evil baseball players, bad parents, and stinky garbage. And that's just the first ten minutes. Later they set their own expectations for the off-season and then they announce the All Time Team for the last 25 years. Left Field and Catcher are real tough. Also, we're going into winter hibernation and will be publishing once a month in November and December. But! We will also to emergency podcasts as needed. Juan Soto signing? (Yes, Ben is laughing as he writes this. He also enjoys talking about himself in the 3rd person.) And we'll be back from hibernation on January 6th. Upcoming episodes: November 25th, December 23rd, and emergency podcasts as needed. Back full time January 6th. In the meantime our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is in full swing even though Giants bats are not. You can find it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listen Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking an Allspice Old Fashioned while Ben is drinking The Horseman's Head Recipes below. Allspice Old Fashioned2 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Allspice Dram1/4/ oz Demerara Syrup3 Dashes Angostura Bitters3 Dashes Orange BittersGarnish with an orange peel and cocktail cherry.Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass with a large chunk of ice. Express orange peel oils over drink and add garnishes. The Horseman's Head1 oz Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur1 oz Vodka2 oz Heavy Cream / Whipping CreamCombine Mr. Black’s, Vodka and pumpkin spice syrup in a mixing glass. Stir to combine. Pour over a very large single ice cube in a rocks glass. Stir gently to slightly chill. In a separate mixing glass slightly whip cream with a milk frother. (You can also shake in a mason jar.) Once cream has thickened to a thick but pourable consistency, gently pour into the glass. Aim for the top middle of the ice cube. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

    1h10min

  2. 22 DE OUT.

    Can This Offense be Fixed in One Winter?

    The brothers come to the grim realization of the big job Buster Posey has in rebuilding the Giants offense. They try to predict who will be at each of the 13 roster spots to begin the season. We should hope they're wrong. Our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is in full swing even though Giants bats are not. You can find it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listen Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking ----- while Ben is drinking ------. Recipes below. Heart & Hearth1 1/2 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Allspice Dram1/4 oz Cynar3/4 oz Lemon Juice1/2 oz Brown Sugar Syrup1 egg whiteAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker without ice. Dry shake for 10-15 seconds. Add ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a star anise. Vertigo2 oz Averna1/2 oz Lemon Juice4 oz Ginger BeerAdd lemon juice and Averna to a highball or Collins glass with ice. Stir gently to combine. Top with the ginger beer. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

    1h3min

  3. 14 DE OUT.

    2024 Coaching Performance or Lack Thereof

    Did Bob Melvin and his staff make Farhan's roster better? The brothers are discussing the coaching staff today including why fans can never truly understand the dark art of MLB coaching, where the 2024 Giants needed the most coaching, and the one area that definitely needs to get significantly better. Finally they discuss why the 2025 staff will be a lot different not matter what the internal evaluations will be. Our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is in full swing even though Giants bats are not. You can find it here: Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking the Amen Corner while Ben is bringing back thew new and improved Orange & Black. Recipes below. Amen Corner2 oz Bourbon1 oz Aperol3/4 oz Amaro Nonino4-5 Mint LeavesGently muddle the mint in a cocktail shaker. Add the remaining ingredients, plus ice, then shake until chilled. Double-strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with mint leaves or cocktail cherries. Orange & Black1 1/2 oz rye whiskey1/2 oz Mr. Black coffee liqueur1/4 oz orange liqueur (I used Cointreau)2 Dashes orange bittersGarnish with orange twistAdd all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir until the desired dilution is reached, then strain into a rocks glass with one large ice cube. Express an orange twist over the glass, rub around the rim, and drop into the drink. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

    54min

  4. 7 DE OUT.

    The Buster Posey Vision

    Buster asked for the ball. The brothers discuss how the appointment of Buster Posey went down, what about the current team made him want to ask for the job, and what these early days will look like for him. They also participate in a coup and Matthew asks a close friend for help. Our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is live. Listen here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listen On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking an Herbal Hot Toddy while Ben is drinking a Venus Gin #2 Old Fashioned. Recipes below. Herbal Hot Toddy4-5 oz Hot Camomile Tea1 1/2 oz Cognac or Brandy1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur1 heaping teaspoon HoneySteep camomile tea in a mug for a few minutes. Add remaining ingredients and stir until combined. Venus Gin #2 Old Fashioned2 oz Venus Gin #21/4 oz Simple Syrup2 dashes Orange bittersLemon TwistCombine gin, simple syrup and bitters in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a Old Fashioned glass with a large chunk of ice. Express oils from lemon twist over the cocktail and discard. Garnish with 3 brandy soaked cherries. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

    59min

  5. 30 DE SET.

    Zaidi Fired Posey Hired

    BuPo is the new HOBO! Excuse me, Buster Posey is Mr. President of Baseball Operations. The brothers break down the firing of Farhan Zaidi and why it needed to happen. Then they turn the page and look forward to the second Buster Posey era. How will this impact his legacy? Will this make it easier to sign free agents? What other changes need to be made? On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking whiskey neat and Ben is drinking a glass of wine. Recipes not below. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

    34min

  6. 30 DE SET.

    Homeostasis: 2024 in Review

    Well, that happened. Our scientists review the completely disappointing but entirely predictable slightly below mediocre season of baseball that was played by the 2024 San Francisco Giants. They give out high level grades to the players, coaching staff and front office. Then they give out MVP, Unsung Hero and Most Disappointing Awards to the players for all of 2024. Finally they review their awful preseason and mid-season predictions. Also, Ben is really sorry about the dog story. He'll never let that happen again. On the cocktail side of things our new cocktail oriented podcast The Perfect Sip is out now. You can find it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listen On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Ginger Whiskey Sour while Ben is drinking Ben's Whiskey Sour. Recipes below. Ginger Whiskey Sour2 oz Bourbon3/4 oz Ginger Syrup3/4 oz Lemon JuiceAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double-strain into a rocks glass with ice. Ben's Whiskey Sour2 oz High Proof Rye Whiskey1 oz Simple Syrup1 oz Lemon Juice2 dashes Angostura bitters1 small Egg White (1/2 oz)Red Wine for floatCombine all ingredients except wine in a shaker with no ice. Shake for 5 seconds. Open shaker and fill with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Top off with ride wine float. Add two brandied cherries as garnish This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

    1h9min

  7. 26 DE SET.

    2025 Starting Rotation Preview + Zaidi Decision Already Made?

    It's all over but the crying. But just who will be crying when the season is over? Our sad sacks discuss the recent news that Giants ownership has already decided the fate of HOBO Farhan Zaidi, Zaidi's assessment of the team and the quickly advancing career of Bryce Eldridge. They also preview the state of the 2025 starting rotation. Who's your 5th starter? Roupp or Birdsong? In the lightning round @coleslunch delivers Donovan Walton a meal, Ben's dog gets a new toy and Matthew goes off the rails. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a the Whiskey Sour he featured on The Perfect Sip while Matthew is drinking a Bee's Knees. Recipes below. Whiskey Sour2 oz Bourbon1 oz Simple Syrup1 oz Lemon JuiceCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Bee's Knees2 oz Gin3/4 oz Honey Syrup3/4 oz Lemon JuiceLemon twist for garnishCombine all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well for 12-15 seconds. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Add garnish and enjoy. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

    36min

  8. 23 DE SET.

    2025 Bullpen Preview and Winning When it Doesn't Matter

    Where has this team been ALL YEAR?! The brothers discuss the Giants finally playing well when the games only matter to the other side. Then they break down that state of the bullpen heading into next year. Yes, Ben says ridiculous things about Camilo Doval. Fan boys are gonna ... fan? Also, the first Happy Hour episode of our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is out. On Tuesday we begin a two week series on cocktail equipment you need when getting started in the hobby. Listen here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listen On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Garden Party while Ben is having a Winter Vacation. Recipes below. Garden Party2 oz Vodka3/4 oz Lemon Juice3/4 oz Chamomile-Lavender Syrup1 Dash Cherry BittersAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a lavender sprig or lemon twist. Winter Vacation2 oz White Rum3/4 oz Lime Juice1 oz Ginger Syrup1 spritz of Rosemary Tincture1 Lime Wheel for Garnish1 Cinnamon Stick or Apple Wood chips for smokingOptional: Smoke the glass with a scorched cinnamon stick or smoking kit before shaking cocktail.Combine rum, lime juice, and ginger syrup in a shaker with ice and shake until well chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with the lime wheel and top with a spritz of the rosemary tincture. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

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Come for the cocktails, stay for the funny alcohol-fueled rants as two lifelong San Francisco Giants fans discuss their favorite baseball team while enjoying homemade cocktails. Published every Monday and Thursday. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

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