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Cocktail Time Machine

234 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratings

Always looking for knowledge and, more importantly, the next drink, join Kyle, Julian, and Avery as they navigate through time, history, and booze to learn more about the cocktails they crave. The three of us will dive deep into the history of some amazing cocktails, paired perfectly with even better stories. Go ahead and fix your favorite drink and come hop into the Cocktail Time Machine and remember, as always, Research Responsibly!

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Episodes

Sidecar

October 13, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

Today's journey takes us to the roaring '20s to uncover the true origin story of the classic Sidecar cocktail. It's a tough job, but someone has to do it. Cheers! Links: Sidecar Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 Bourbon Documentary Clip linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The History of Bourbon (Pt.1)

October 11, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.93 MB

Today we begin the explorative spirit series Kyle will be adventuring on over the course of his future Historical Shot episodes. First up is the history of America's spirit, Bourbon. Enjoy! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Dr. Funk

October 06, 2021 07:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

No prescription is needed for today’s episode as the boys dive into the Dr. Funk cocktail. Learn about the infamous doctor and his story that created this classic tiki cocktail. Cheers! Links: Dr. Funk Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Steamboat New Orleans

October 04, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.1 MB

In today’s historical shot, hop on the infamous steamboat New Orleans and hear about its famous voyage that changed the steamboat industry forever. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Kir

September 29, 2021 07:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

In today’s episode the gang boards the time machine and learns all about how one mayor helped shape the future of a drink with his hospitality and kindness. The guys dive headfirst into the history of the Kir. Cheers! Links: Kir Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Peabody Ducks

September 27, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 4.02 MB

In today’s historical shot we invite you to climb aboard the time machine as we touch down in the land of the delta blues and learn all about how a pair of friends' overindulgence in booze ended up starting a fun tradition that has lasted years. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Espresso Martini

September 22, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

Today we are going back to the 1980s to discuss the origin of the Espresso Martini, some different ways to make it, and the meaning behind the cocktail.  Avery and Kyle also discuss a recent trip they went on, as well as the area's alcohol scene. Cheers! Links: Espresso Martini Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Bootleg Lady of Glacier National Park

September 20, 2021 07:00 - 6 minutes - 4.31 MB

In this week’s historical shot, Kyle takes you back in time to explore a place he recently fell in love with and how bootlegging helped shaped the history of this beautiful national park. Enjoy! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

White Lady

September 15, 2021 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

This week’s episode takes us on a ride to discuss the classic, elegant, and unforgettable cocktail that is the White Lady. Come find your seat in the time machine and get ready to hear about its origin and even a possible renaming done by the time travelers themselves. Cheers! Links: White Lady Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Spirit of China

September 13, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.94 MB

In this week’s historical shot, get ready to learn a little about Baijiu, the famed spirit of China. From how it’s made all the way to how it is served, surely there’s something to learn for everyone. Gānbēi! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Blue Hawaii

September 08, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

In today’s episode, the gang follows Julian back to Hawaii as we get the inside scoop on one of Hawaii’s most famous cocktails - Blue Hawaii! Come aboard the time machine and learn all about this lovely drink. Mahalo! Links: Blue Hawaii Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2- Hilton Hawaiian Villiage  linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

A Few Drunk Stories

September 06, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.89 MB

In today’s historical shot Julian shares with us a few funny stories that helped him pass the time during his recent travels while waiting in the airport - tag along to hear about Cleopatra, Andre the Giant, and more! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

A Few Drunk Stories

September 06, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.89 MB

In today’s historical shot Julian shares with us a few funny stories that helped him pass the time during his recent travels while waiting in the airport - tag along to hear about Cleopatra, Andre the Giant, and more! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Jack Rose

September 01, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

In today's episode, we get back into the time machine to explore the interesting history of the Jack Rose cocktail. We discuss a new alcohol option you may want to explore, some fun memories, and our favorite juice options. Grab your favorite cocktail and have a listen. Cheers! Links: Jack Rose Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Peter the Great

August 30, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 6.14 MB

In this week's Historical Shot we explore the "great" and not-so-great aspects of the famous tsar of Russia.  Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Peter the Great

August 30, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 6.14 MB

In this week's Historical Shot we explore the "great" and not-so-great aspects of the famous tsar of Russia.  Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Ramos Gin Fizz

August 25, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

Today’s journey leads us to New Orleans and the infamous Ramos Gin Fizz! Grab a seat (and more importantly a shaker tin) as the boys learn about this classic cloud in a glass. Cheers! Links: Ramos Gin Fizz Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Alcohol in the Ancient Mayan Civilization

August 23, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 4.17 MB

In today’s episode, we join Julian as he travels to the Mayan Empire to meet the local god of alcohol. We learn a bit about the practices and the people of this great civilization. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]  

Alcohol in the Ancient Mayan Civilization

August 23, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 4.17 MB

In today’s episode, we join Julian as he travels to the Mayan Empire to meet the local god of alcohol. We learn a bit about the practices and the people of this great civilization. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]  

The Rum Runner Cocktail

August 18, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

I’m this week's episode Julian takes us back to one of his favorite places on earth - the Florida Keys, this time the entire gang joins the fun as we get down to the bottom of the Rum Runner cocktail. Join the boys as they discover what their favorite liquor says about them and what they think of this classic summer concoction. Drink up me hearties! Links: Rum Runner Recipe Reference Article 1 - Holiday Isle Tiki Bar linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Drink of the Vikings

August 16, 2021 07:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MB

Buckle up for this Historical Shot as Avery talks about Vikings and their special relationship with mead. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Drink of the Vikings

August 16, 2021 07:00 - 6 minutes - 4.72 MB

Buckle up for this Historical Shot as Avery talks about Vikings and their special relationship with mead. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Bramble

August 11, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

Come along for the ride as the boys test out their new time machine and take it back to the 1980s. Don't let this relatively young cocktail fool you, The Bramble is an instant classic and is sure to be a hit for any palate. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show! Links: Bramble Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Bramble

August 11, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

Come along for the ride as the boys test out their new time machine and take it back to the 1980s. Don't let this relatively young cocktail fool you, The Bramble is an instant classic and is sure to be a hit for any palate. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show! Links: Bramble Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Rum Runners

August 09, 2021 07:00 - 6 minutes - 4.86 MB

This week we board the time machine and let Julian captain us back to the dark days of prohibition. Follow along as we learn about the brave Rum Runners and how they risked it all for both money and our drinking enjoyment! Buckle up! Links: Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Mai Tai

August 04, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

Come tag along as the boys escape into the tropics this week with the exotic and classic Mai Tai cocktail. Listen to learn about the historic Tiki craze and some of the absolute legends it has produced throughout the decades. Grab your sunscreen and hop on in the Cocktail Time Machine. Cheers! Links: Mai Tai Recipe Reference Article 1 Beachbum Berry's Website linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Largest Cocktail Ever Made

August 02, 2021 07:00 - 7 minutes - 5.34 MB

In this week's Historical Shot episode, join Kyle as he travels back to where it all started and discusses the origin story of the cocktail and how one angry Admiral created one of the biggest drinks ever recorded. Links: The Emperor's Shrub Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Caipirinha

July 28, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

Follow the gang as they uncover the history of Brazil’s National cocktail  - the Caipirinha! Julian takes control of the time machine and leads us into the ins and outs of one of the most refreshing cocktails out there.  Also, the boys discuss their first impressions of the full-sized four-door bronco and the ins and outs of nostalgia! Drink up! Links: Caipirinha Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The First Banned Olympian

July 26, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.68 MB

In this brief historical shot learn about Hans-Gunnar Liljenwall and his historic impact on the Olympic Games. Let us do our best to embrace the motto of these games: “Faster, Higher, Stronger-Together” Cheers!  Links: Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Negroni

July 21, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

In this episode, we follow Kyle as he takes us back to Italy to experience another of the nation's favorite cocktails, the Negroni. This cocktail, like many others, has a couple of different origin stories but we will let you decide the correct one. Join us in the usual outlandish stories that accompany this interesting history and enjoy the ride. Cheers! Links: Negroni Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Negroni

July 21, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

In this episode, we follow Kyle as he takes us back to Italy to experience another of the nation's favorite cocktails, the Negroni. This cocktail, like many others, has a couple of different origin stories but we will let you decide the correct one. Join us in the usual outlandish stories that accompany this interesting history and enjoy the ride. Cheers! Links: Negroni Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Blackbeard's Favorite Drink

July 19, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.38 MB

In this week's Historical Shot - we join Julian as he sails into the fiery history of how the world's most infamous pirate drank his rum - as well as the origins of the drink.  Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Blackbeard's Favorite Drink

July 19, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.38 MB

In this week's Historical Shot - we join Julian as he sails into the fiery history of how the world's most infamous pirate drank his rum - as well as the origins of the drink.  Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Bee's Knees

July 14, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Today the boys get knee-deep into the Bee’s Knees and the man behind the classic cocktail. You can be sure to pick up some very cool phrases to try out this week along with a question no man wants to answer. Cheers and PLEASE remember to always treat your bartenders well  Links: Bee's Knees Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Bee's Knees

July 14, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Today the boys get knee-deep into the Bee’s Knees and the man behind the classic cocktail. You can be sure to pick up some very cool phrases to try out this week along with a question no man wants to answer. Cheers and PLEASE remember to always treat your bartenders well  Links: Bee's Knees Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Alcohol in Early America

July 12, 2021 07:00 - 12 minutes - 8.75 MB

In this week's Historical Shot episode, Kyle tells the story of how alcohol shaped the early days of American History and how our Founding Fathers might have drunk more than you think.  Pull up a seat, grab a drink, and enjoy the ride!  Links: Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Piña Colada

July 07, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

In this week’s episode - Julian takes us through the history of one of the world’s most popular summer drinks. It’s sunny, tacky, and fun - it’s the Piña Colada!  Also, we dive into another way too deep cocktail-induced quote of the night! Drink up!  Links: Piña Colada Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 Book Mentioned linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Science of a Hangover

July 05, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7 MB

In today’s historical shot Avery breaks down what makes a hangover a hangover and some of histories ancient remedies for you to test out if you dare. Grab a water and take a listen. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

The Science of a Hangover

July 05, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7 MB

In today’s historical shot Avery breaks down what makes a hangover a hangover and some of histories ancient remedies for you to test out if you dare. Grab a water and take a listen. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Cava

July 02, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

Cava

July 02, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

Aperol Spritz

June 30, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

In this week's episode, we discuss one of the most popular Italian cocktails to date, The Aperol Spritz.  Kyle relives some of his favorite spots to grab a Spritz in Italy, all while dropping some facts about Prosecco and teasing a possible bonus episode for Friday. Cheers! Links: Aperol Spritz Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Fourth of July Facts

June 28, 2021 07:00 - 6 minutes - 4.55 MB

This week’s Historical Shot takes us through some fun and fascinating facts about Independence Day and its interesting relationship with alcohol. Join Julian as we celebrate the beauty that is independence! Links: Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Pimm’s Cup

June 23, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

In today’s episode we talk about the thirst-quenching cocktail that is the Pimm’s Cup. Join us as we embark on a fruitful, fishy, and flat out fun journey discussing what could be your next poolside drink this summer. Cheers! Links: Pimm’s Cup Recipe Reference Article 1 linktr.ee/cocktail.time.machine Email: [email protected]

Where was Abraham Lincoln's Bodyguard?

June 21, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MB

In this week's Historical Shot episode, join Kyle as he goes back in time to figure out where the hell Abraham Lincoln's bodyguard was the night he got assassinated and why he is never mentioned in the pages of history. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 Facebook Instagram Twitter Email: [email protected]

Where was Abraham Lincoln's Bodyguard?

June 21, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.36 MB

In this week's Historical Shot episode, join Kyle as he goes back in time to figure out where the hell Abraham Lincoln's bodyguard was the night he got assassinated and why he is never mentioned in the pages of history. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 Facebook Instagram Twitter Email: [email protected]

Whiskey Sour

June 16, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.7 MB

This week we journey into the history of the whiskey sour, we talk about the larger sour family and have a few laughs along the way. Also, we learn each of the gang's favorite road trip snacks as well as the return of the way too deep cocktail-induced quote! Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 Facebook Instagram Twitter Email: [email protected]

The Art of Decision Making

June 14, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.9 MB

In today’s historical shot, learn a little about the “father of history” Herodotus and an ancient way of decision-making that you may want to consider. Cheers! Links: Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 Facebook Instagram Twitter Email: [email protected]

Paloma

June 09, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

In this week's episode, Kyle does his best to walk you through the confusing yet interesting history of the national cocktail of Mexico, the Paloma. The boys also touch on a difficult decision and as always some great stories to compliment the cocktail. So sit back, buckle up, and enjoy. Cheers! Links: Paloma Recipe Reference Article 1 Reference Article 2 Facebook Instagram Twitter Email: [email protected]

Why Do We Toast?

June 07, 2021 07:00 - 6 minutes - 4.53 MB

Ever wonder why we tap our glasses together when we toast one another? Ever wonder why we call it “toasting” in the first place? If so, you’re in luck - in today’s historical shot, Julian takes us through the history of why we toast. Enjoy! Links: Reference Article 1 Facebook Instagram Twitter Email: [email protected]

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