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Prepare to enter a tavern where fate determines what's in your glass! In this hilarious and chaotic episode, Chris, Josh, and Siobhan join Matt to play "Roll for Cocktail," a Dungeons & Dragons-inspired drinking game where dice decide every element of their drinks—from base spirits to garnishes.

The adventure begins with dramatic character introductions worthy of a fantasy campaign before explaining the rules of this perilous drinking quest. Armed with multi-sided dice and one precious re-roll each, our heroes face the prospect of everything from pleasant combinations to nightmare concoctions featuring Clamato juice or habanero peppers.

The true joy comes from the group's willingness to embrace chaos, their genuine reactions to each bizarre combination, and the surprising discovery that random ingredients occasionally create something genuinely good. Their discussions about what's missing from each drink—acidity, sweetness, balance—reveal the fundamental principles of good mixology even when working with the strangest ingredient combinations.

This episode represents just the first part of this dice-rolling series. Will you join us for the next round? Roll for initiative, grab your glass, and discover what unexpected combinations await when chance determines your cocktail fate!

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The mysterious Green Fairy beckons you into a world where art, controversy, and botanical alchemy collide. Absinthe has captivated and terrified in equal measure throughout its storied history, and we're pulling back the emerald veil to reveal what makes this spirit so enduringly fascinating.

Discover the botanical trinity that forms absinthe's soul. From ancient Egyptian remedies to Swiss medicine to Parisian cafés, we trace absinthe's remarkable journey through time. You'll learn why the 5 o'clock hour was once known as "l'heure verte" as bohemians and bourgeoisie alike gathered for their daily ritual with the Green Fairy.

We explore the golden age when absinthe inspired an entire artistic movement, with luminaries like Van Gogh, Picasso, and others falling under its spell. But fame brought scrutiny, and we unpack the moral panic, scientific misconceptions, and notorious murder case that led to absinthe being banned across the globe for nearly a century.

Whether you're an absinthe aficionado or curious newcomer, you'll appreciate our breakdown of the proper serving ritual that transforms this potent spirit into a cloudy, mesmerizing experience through the addition of water and sugar. We even suggest modern cocktails that showcase absinthe's unique herbal complexit.? Subscribe now and join us for a sip of the extraordinary.

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Christa, Josh, and The Fish join Matt to explore how the first sip can transport you back to great memories. From a campfire, to the bar that saved a girls' weekend in Ocean City, or back to college hallway where your nickname was born in the craziest way possible.

"A good drink can be an experience, and a good experience can call for a good drink," sets the tone for this journey through our most memorable beverage moments. Christa brings her Orange Crush to the table. The discussion naturally flows to how fresh ingredients elevate any drink from ordinary to memorable, with everyone agreeing that real citrus and quality ingredients make all the difference.

Josh shares his camping bourbon sidecar, revealing the ritual of pre-batching cocktails for evenings by the fire. There's something special about planning that moment of adult relaxation amid the chaos of family adventures. Meanwhile, Matt discovers unexpected nostalgia in a beer label that triggers powerful memories of his band days, when music served as both escape and identity during crazy teenage years.

The highlight comes when we finally learn why "The Fish" earned his nickname during freshman year at UConn, back in 1990. Will we finally learn his real name?

What drink transports you back in time? Share your stories with us on social media and subscribe for more unforgettable drinking adventures.

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