To celebrate Negroni Week 2021, we’re going back in the archives to our Negroni episode from 2020 in which we break down what makes this drink so enduring. Before that, Mike brings in Jonathan Howard from the Continental to discuss his “Negroni Experience,” debuting today at the side bar at the C...

A double shots edition for the season 3 finale! To close out the “Summer of Shots,” Mike is joined by cocktail correspondent Jessica Backhus to discuss two extremely drinkable summer drinks: the Honey Deuce and the Paloma. They celebrate the Honey Deuce’s 15th anniversary and discuss the cocktail...

For National Lemonade Day, Mike guides you on a century-spanning tour through the origins of this simple, delicious beverage. From its origins in Egypt and China to the cafes of 17th century Paris, lemonade has been a phenomenon all over the world. Also discussed: a Victorian-era recipe for lemon...

For a “Summer of Shots” Spectacular, Mike is joined by cocktail correspondent Jessica Backhus, who’s opening the Longboard, a new beachside bar in Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina. Jess joins the program to talk about the various frozen drinks and exotic flavors she’ll be working with at her new...

The “Summer of Shots” continues as hosts Mike and Kenneth discuss the origins of the first produce-driven cocktail, the Smash. Find out why this is the ultimate summer cocktail template that can be tailored to fit whatever ingredients you may have on hand. They also discuss the ice component of t...

After giving the ultimate summer frozen daiquiri recipe courtesy of guest Adrienne Stoner, Mike sits down with her to discuss all things rum and Barbados. They cover the origin stories of Plantation Pineapple Rum and OFTD, as well as what that originally stood for. Then they delve into the rum cu...

Mike goes on a deep dive into tropical waters with Adrienne Stoner of Maison Ferrand, covering Trader Vic’s singular masterpiece, the Mai Tai. They discuss some of the secrets of the drink, as well as the differences between Trader Vic’s style and Don the Beachcomber. Adrienne made famous Mai Tai...

Mike checks in with Liquid Gold hero Darcy O’Neil, soda fountain historian and drinks master, who has announced a new venture making wine on the banks of Lake Erie in Ontario, Canada. Darcy’s new progressive grape-growing, wine-making venture will feature fungal-resistant grape varieties with a f...

To close out “Monks of March,” Mike and Kenneth call up their old pal Buddy Buttram, who ran the beer program at Kuchnia and Keller in collaboration with Rhizome Productions in Nashville. They discuss the holy trinity of Trappist Ales: Chimay, Orval and Westmalle, going over tasting notes and ane...

Liquid Gold finally dives into the wonderful world of Chartreuse, an alchemical elixir with 130 ingredients, made by Carthusian monks at the foot of the Grand Chartreuse mountains in France. Mike talks to cocktail correspondent Jess Backhus about the joys and complexities of Green Chartreuse and ...

To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, a great excuse to drink Guinness throughout the day, Mike calls up bartending legend Brandon Bramhall of Attaboy and Lakeside Lounge. Lakeside’s Guinness pour is one of the best in town, and Brandon shares some of the secrets to the silky deliciousness.

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This week Mike sits down with bar manager Derrick Diggs of Willie B’s, the hot new lounge located in the Buchanan Arts District in North Nashville. Derrick tells his incredible story of being born in Ghana, growing up in Memphis, and unexpectedly going back to Ghana to finish high school and beco...

Mike and Kenneth kick off “Monks of March,” where they’ll dive into spirits, liqueurs, wines and beers made by Monks all this month. This week they feature Benedictine, a delicious elixir that’s more “marketing myth” than actual monk alchemy. Regardless, the hosts discuss cocktails to make with B...

For our Valentines episode this year, we cure loneliness by indulging in Chocolate and the magical elixir known as Chinato. Mike sits down with founder and chief chocolate maker at Olive and Sinclair, Scott Witherow. They discuss the process of making chocolate from scratch and the amazing tale o...

Mike sits down with soda fountain historian, author, chemist and bartender Darcy O’Neil about his journey from the chemistry lab to the bar and back. Darcy discusses his products Acid Phosphate and Lactart – solutions from the gilded age of soda fountains – and how they can be used to craft tasty...

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To start 2021, we come roaring out of the gate with two things you’re going to nee...

To kickoff Season 3, Mike gets jacked on cold brew with none other than Nashville renaissance man Chris Crofton. They discuss his breakthrough 2018 album, the gift of sobriety and how a primitive form of cold brew lead to the Renaissance Era in Europe. Then they discuss the state of comedy and pa...

Mike and Kenneth get ready for election day with a drinking game perfect for watching the returns on election night. They also snag some interviews with Mitch McConnell, former Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort and a special appearance from Vice President Mike Pence. Drink it down!
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As coffee talk continues, Mike sits down with Nathanael Mehrens, co-founder of Stay Golden Coffee and Matchless Coffee Soda, to discuss the finer points of brewing coffee, the second coming of instant coffee, using espresso in cocktails, and much more.

Kenneth checks in with his life advice on t...

Mike and Kenneth are joined by cocktail correspondent Jessica Backhus of Delaney Oyster House in Charleston to discuss the crazy history behind the drink that won’t go away, the Espresso Martini. They also discuss some unique recipes and go over their favorite coffee liqueurs. Jessica shares her ...

Mike is joined by contributor Jessica Backhus (of Delaney Oyster House) for a discussion about all things Thanksgiving. They discuss some of the pillars of the Thanksgiving table and cover wines that pair well with any side dish — or Turkey, if that’s your thing. They give some helpful cooking ti...

Mike and Kenneth deep dive on all things Fernet, the bitter Italian subcategory of elixirs. Discussed: its popularity in Argentina, the closely held secret ingredients, American versions of Fernet, and plenty of cocktail recipes. They also begin the episode discussing the unlikely resurgence in p...

Finally delving into the savory world of drinking chocolate, hosts Mike and Kenneth debate the origins of the flip cocktail and give recipes for the Grasshopper. Jessica drops in for a recipe based on the drinks in the film Chocolat, as well as her own cocktail version. Also discussed: Creme de C...