Sips Across the Sea

Eric Zandona and David T. Smith
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Tune in to spirit experts Eric Zandona and David T. Smith talk about drinks, drinking culture and fun ways to responsibly enjoy the wide world of spirits, mixed drinks, canned cocktails, and other boozy beverages.

Épisodes

  1. Screwdriver Cocktail

    -6 J

    Screwdriver Cocktail

    Screwdriver - Vodka. Orange juice. And far more going on than you’d expect. Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and David T. Smith @summerfruitcup unpack the cultural history of the Screwdriver, from vodka’s post-war rise to its pop-culture moments (including a nod to Fawlty Towers). They debate ideal ratios, ice and dilution, and what really matters when choosing vodka and orange juice. A simple cocktail put under a surprisingly sharp lens. Mix up your favorite version and enjoy the episode.

  2. Benchmark Bourbon Vertical Tasting

    16 SEPT.

    Benchmark Bourbon Vertical Tasting

    Join Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and David T. Smith @summerfruitcup as they do a vertical tasting of Benchmark Bourbon from the standard McAfee's Benchmark Old No. 8 to the Benchmark Full Proof and chat about how age and proof can have a dramatic affect on the flavor of whiskey. Serve yourself a pour of bourbon or fix up a bourbon and wather and enjoy.

  3. National Rum Day

    16 AOÛT

    National Rum Day

    In this episode of Sips Across the Sea, hosts Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and David T. Smith @summerfruitcup they chat about the world of rum on National Rum Day. They dive into Pusser's Rum, navy rum, and the practical designs of ships decanters used for drinks. This spirited discussion range on how various style of rum work in variuos cocktails tips for building rum cocktails. As you listen, build yourself a Rum and Coke or your favorite rum drink and enjoy as join us as we sip across the sea.

  4. Martini-on-the-Rocks

    20 JUIN

    Martini-on-the-Rocks

    In this episode of Sips Across the Sea, hosts Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and David T. Smith @summerfruitcup toast the underappreciated Martini-on-the-Rocks in anticipation of National Martini Day. They dive into the practical application of the drink, its regionality, and a couple of spec variations on how to build the cocktail. This spirited discussion range on topics for collecting glassware, the challenges of delicate and large Martini glasses and the reason to build a cocktail from the least expensive to most expensive ingredient. As you listen, build yourself a Martini-on-the-Rocks join our celebration of National Martini Day.

  5. World Gin Day

    13 JUIN

    World Gin Day

    On this special World Gin Day episode of Sips Across the Sea, hosts Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and David T. Smith @summerfruitcup raise a glass to one of the world's most beloved spirits. They dive into the origins of World Gin Day, and the underappreciated combination of gin and water. Expect spirited discussions about this classic serve, how different ratios of water effects the taste of gins, drinks in classic films, the beauty of Pink Gin, the uniqueness of UK pub culture, temperance, prohibition, and no episode would be complete without a mention of old Jene and Lionel. Whether you're a die-hard gin enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on the various ways to enjoy the beauty of juniper. Spirits mentioned in this episode include: Tanqaray London Dry Gin 47.3% ABV St. Geroge Spirits Terroir Gin 45% ABV Still G.I.N. 42.5% St. Augustine Distillery Barrel Finished Gin 50% ABV Plymouth Gin 41.2% ABV Valentine Distilling Co. Liberator Gin 42% ABV Conker Dorset Dry Gin 40% ABV Locations and Cocktails in this episode include: The Ship & Shovell 2 Craven Passage, London WC2N 5NF, UK Martini on the Rocks 2 ½oz gin ½oz dry vermouth Fill rocks glass with ice, combine gin and dry vermouth and stir. Garnish with lemon twist or olive. Pink Gin & Water 2oz gin 1 dash Angostura bitters 2 to 4oz water Fill a rocks or highball glass with ice and add gin, Angostura and water to desired amount. Stir and garnish with a lemon twist. Churchill Gin & Water Highball ½oz gin Top with water Cover the bottom of a highball glass with gin. Top up glass with ice cold water. Mix up your favorite combination of gin and water and sip along with us. Happy World Gin Day!

  6. Rye January

    31 JANV.

    Rye January

    While Dry January is continuing to grow in popularity join David T. Smith @summerfruitcup, Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and the other 80% of drinking age adults who continue to enjoy tipple through the winter by celebrating Rye January. In this episode David and Eric share some of their favorite rye whiskeys, rye based cocktails and other ways to enjoy this under-appreciated spirit. Spirits mentioned in this episode include: Rittenhouse Straight Rye Whiskey Bottled-in-Bond Wild Turkey 101 Straight Rye Whiskey Coppersea Bonticou Crag Straight Rye Malt Whisky Bottled in Bond Old Potrero Rye Straight Rye Whiskey Rockwell Vermouth Co. Native Amber Benedictine D.O.M. Liqueur Wrecking Coast Rye Whisky Jaywalk Bonded Straight Rye Whiskey Mister Katz’s Rock & Rye Jacquin's Rock & Rye Media mentioned in this episode include: Disco Cocktails - Amazon, Amazon UK The Atlas of Bourbon and American Whiskey - Amazon, Amazon UK Cocktails recipes mentioned in this episode include: Manhattan Old Fashioned Sazerac Vieux Carré New York Sour All links and full cocktail recipes can be found on the episode page Sips Across the Sea - Rye January

  7. Canadian Whisky Week

    13 JANV.

    Canadian Whisky Week

    January 13-19, 2025 marks the inaugural celebration of Canadian Whisky Week organized by our friend Reece Sims. Join Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and David T. Smith @summerfruitcup as they chat about the expanding world of Canadian whisky, their unique regulations, and some simple ways to join in the fun. For more information check out their website and Instagram. #CADWhiskyWeek Spirits mentioned in this episode include: Canadian Club 1858 Blended Canadian Whisky Canadian Club 100% Canadian Rye Whisky Pendleton Blended Canadian Whisky That Boutique-y Whisky Company Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Years Monashee Spirits Triticale Whisky Seagram’s 7 Crown American Blended Whiskey Crown Royal Fine De Luxe Blended Canadian Whisky Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye Blended Canadian Whisky Crown Royal Peach Flavored Whisky Cocktails recipes mentioned in this episode include: Whiskey & Ginger 7 & 7 Spiked Peach Tea All links and full cocktail recipes can be found on this episodes homepage Sips Across the Sea - Canadian Whisky Week

    23 min
  8. Eggnog and other Holiday Drinks

    16/12/2024

    Eggnog and other Holiday Drinks

    It’s almost Christmas and in this inaugural episode your hosts Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and David T. Smith @summerfruitcup talk about their favorite drinks to enjoy around the holidays.  Media mentioned in this episode include: As Time Goes By It’s a Wonderful Life Spirits mentioned in this episode include: Warninks Advocaat Benchmark Old No. 8 Brand Egg Nog Evan Williams Original Southern Egg Nog Benchmark Bonded Bourbon Plantaray O.F.T.D. Overproof Rum Angostura Aromatic Bitters Cocktails recipes mentioned in this episode include: Snowball Cocktail EZ’s Homemade Egg Nog Jasper’s Planters Punch All links and full cocktail recipes can be found on this episodes homepage Sips Across the Sea - Eggnog and other Holiday Drinks

    40 min
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Tune in to spirit experts Eric Zandona and David T. Smith talk about drinks, drinking culture and fun ways to responsibly enjoy the wide world of spirits, mixed drinks, canned cocktails, and other boozy beverages.

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    Eric Zandona and David T. Smith
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