Boozy Book Reports

Boozy Book Reports
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Boozy Book Reports

Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood classics with the added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary!

  1. 12/11/2024

    The Story of Holly and Ivy (1958)

    This holiday season, join Sam and Beth for a festive episode of Boozy Book Reports as they unwrap The Story of Holly and Ivy by Rumer Godden. This 1958 Christmas classic is filled with hope, wishes, and a touch of holiday magic. Paired with the creamy, minty Grasshopper and the tart, sparkling Holly Berry cocktail, this episode is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Grab your favorite cozy blanket, a festive drink, and tune in for a cheerful literary escape! The Story of Holly and IvyThe Wish That Changed Christmas (1991)Home Alone (1990)FAO SchwarzPeaches ‘n Cream Barbie (1984) _____________ Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary. Hosted by Beth + Sam Music by The Finley Ghost _____________ Connect with the Boozy Book Reports Crew TikTok: @boozybookreports Instagram: @boozybookreport ______________ boozybookreports@gmail.com boozybookreports.com

    29 min

  2. 11/27/2024

    The Glass Menagerie (1945)

    Welcome back to Boozy Book Reports! This month, we’re dusting off our high school English books and diving into Tennessee Williams’ classic The Glass Menagerie. A tale of fragile dreams, messy family drama, and the delicate nature of reality—aka a perfect pairing for cocktails!  Join Beth and Sam as they unpack the emotional depth of this timeless play while sipping on the Fall Vieux Carré and the Vanilla Life, two drinks inspired by the bittersweet beauty of the story.   Drink Recipes: Fall Vieux Carré ¾ ounce sweet vermouth¾ ounce calvados ¾ ounce rye whiskey2 tsp. Benedictine Add a couple of dashes of cardamon and Peychaud’s bittersAdd all to mixing glass; then add iceStir until chilledStrain and pour into glassGarnish with a cherry  Vanilla Life (Mix in glass)Fill glass with ice1 ounce Portland Syrups Vanilla Rooibos syrup 2 ounces vanilla vodka½ tsp lemon juiceStirTop with club sodaGarnish with a lemon Mentions: The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee WilliamsThe Glass Menagerie: A BBC Radio 3 full-cast productionThe Glass Menagerie (1987)Portland Syrups - Vanilla RooibosChildren of Men (2006)August: Osage County (2014) _____________ Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary. Hosted by Beth + Sam Music by The Finley Ghost _____________ Connect with the Boozy Book Reports Crew TikTok: @boozybookreports Instagram: @boozybookreport ______________ boozybookreports@gmail.com boozybookreports.com

    40 min

  3. 11/13/2024

    Little Miss Canned Cocktails: Giggles / Craftmix Cocktails

    Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we're reading Little Miss Giggles and tasting instant cocktails by craftmix. Mentions: Little Miss Giggles by Roger Hargreavescraftmix instant cocktails  Broad City (TV show)Emergen-CNick LacheyLe Chatelier's principler/PeterExplainsTheJokeHow Stella Got Her Grove Back (1998)r/traumatizeThemBack _____________ Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary. Hosted by Beth + Sam Music by The Finley Ghost _____________ Connect with the Boozy Book Reports Crew TikTok: @boozybookreports Instagram: @boozybookreport ______________ boozybookreports@gmail.com boozybookreports.com

    22 min

  4. 10/24/2024

    Scared to Death (1992)

    Get ready for a fright! This month on Boozy Book Reports, we’re stepping into the spine-tingling world of Scared to Death by Jahnna Malcolm. This 1992 thriller takes us on a wild ride with the mischievous Bullock kids and their creepy nightmare-inducing babysitter. As we sip on classic Manhattans and a creepy concoction called The Taxidermy, we’ll dive into this chilling tale that’s equal parts nostalgic and terrifying. Buckle up—this one’s a scream! Drink Recipes: Manhattan 2 ounces Rye Whiskey1 ounce Sweet Vermouth2 dashes Angostura bitters1 dash Orange bittersPut in mixing glass with iceStir until coldStrain into chilled glass Garnish with a Maraschino cherry The Taxidermy 1 ounce Vanilla VodkaMountain DewGrenadine Fill glass with iceAdd vodka Top off all but ¼ off glass with Mountain DewAdd a splash of grenadine to taste Mentions: Scared to Death by Jahnna MalcolmJahnna N. MalcolmThe Telltale Heart by Edgar Allan PoeTeaching Mrs. Tingle (1999)The Craft (1996)Paranormal Activity (2007)Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988)Prom Night (1980)Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)Children of the Corn (1984)Terrifier (2011) _____________ Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary. Hosted by Beth + Sam Music by The Finley Ghost _____________ Connect with the Boozy Book Reports Crew TikTok: @boozybookreports Instagram: @boozybookreport ______________ boozybookreports@gmail.com boozybookreports.com

    53 min

  5. 10/09/2024

    Poetry Short vol. 8 | Nothing Gold Can Stay

    Let’s get cultured! This time, we're diving into Robert Frost's ‘Nothing Gold Can Stay’ with a delightful shot called All That Glitters. It's a golden, glittery shot that perfectly complements the fall theme! As we sip on this delicious concoction, reminiscent of a pineapple upside-down cake, we explore the melancholic beauty of Frost's poem. Join us in embracing the feels, the nostalgia, and the seasonal reflections that come with this episode. And remember, while all that glitters isn't gold, some moments are worth savoring—just like our shot. All That Glitters Shot  (makes 2) ⅔ oz. vanilla vodka ⅔ oz. pineapple juice ⅔ oz. triple sec Edible gold glitter Add ice & shake Strain into two shot glasses Mentions:  Nothing Gold Can Stay by Robert FrostClassic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake  _____________ Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary. Hosted by Beth + Sam Music by The Finley Ghost _____________ Connect with the Boozy Book Reports Crew TikTok: @boozybookreports Instagram: @boozybookreport ______________ boozybookreports@gmail.com boozybookreports.com

    7 min

  6. 09/25/2024

    Sideways Stories From Wayside School

    This month, we're exploring the whimsical world of "Sideways Stories from Wayside School" by Louis Sachar. Published in 1978, this book takes us on an absurd journey through a school built sideways, with 30 stories high and one classroom on each floor. From evil teachers turning kids into apples to the mysterious 19th floor that doesn't exist, this episode promises a rollercoaster of laughs and surprises! Mentions: Sideways Stories from Wayside SchoolWayside (2005)The Witches (1990)Boston Creme PieCute Aggression  _____________ Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary. Hosted by Beth + Sam Music by The Finley Ghost _____________ Connect with the Boozy Book Reports Crew TikTok: @boozybookreports Instagram: @boozybookreport ______________ boozybookreports@gmail.com boozybookreports.com

    39 min

  7. 09/11/2024

    Little Miss Canned Cocktail: Trouble / Four Loco

    Join in the fun as we take a look at the classic Little Miss book series while trying out a variety of canned cocktails. This month we’re reading Little Miss Trouble while braving the infamous Four Loko Pregame challenge! Mentions: Little Miss Trouble by Roger HargreavesLittle Miss Trouble (1983)four loko pregame  Allen's Coffee BrandyPet Shop Boys _____________ Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary. Hosted by Beth + Sam Music by The Finley Ghost _____________ Connect with the Boozy Book Reports Crew TikTok: @boozybookreports Instagram: @boozybookreport ______________ boozybookreports@gmail.com boozybookreports.com

    26 min

  8. 08/30/2024

    The Face on the Milk Carton (1990)

    Grab your favorite drink and join us for a nostalgic deep dive into Carolyn B. Cooney’s, The Face on the Milk Carton. This month, we’re tackling a book that's been on our radar for ages, only to find it a bit of an uphill climb! With a plot that left us wanting, this episode promises candid critiques, hearty laughs, and of course, some deliciously themed drinks. Drink Recipe: Brandy Alexander – A classic cocktail that's essentially booze-infused chocolate milk.  1.5 ounces cognac1 ounce dark creme de cacao1 ounce creamAdd all to shaker with ice and shake until coldStrain into a chilled glass  FYI: Beth's DIY version with almond milk and cherry brandy? Not a hit. Mentions: The Face on the Milk Carton by Carolyn B. CooneyThe Face on the Milk Carton (1995 TV Movie) Trader Joe's Cookie Butter Beer Death of a Cheerleader (1994 TV Movie) Kellie MartinRunaway Train - Soul AsylumNational Center for Missing & Exploited ChildrenRecess (TV Series)  _____________ Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood and YA classics with an added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary. Hosted by Beth + Sam Music by The Finley Ghost _____________ Connect with the Boozy Book Reports Crew TikTok: @boozybookreports Instagram: @boozybookreport ______________ boozybookreports@gmail.com boozybookreports.com

    45 min
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Monthly book reports featuring your favorite childhood classics with the added bonus of delicious cocktails and snarky commentary!

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  • Creator
    Boozy Book Reports
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    44
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