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The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle

The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle

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 The CEO of Spritz Season and Tik Tok's top mixologist, Julianna McIntosh (@Join_Jules) teams up with cocktail history buff and unknown home bartending guru, Uncle Brad (@cigarsNvino) to bring you The Art of Drinking: With Join_Jules And Your Favorite Uncle. A podcast for the cocktail enthusiast, aspiring mixologist, or kinda o.k. home bartender with big plans… or no plans. Each week you will learn how to make 2 drinks; a classic made “the right way” from your favorite uncle and a classic with a modern twist thanks to Join Jules. You will know exactly what you need to buy, and we promise there will be no secret or hard-to-make ingredients. We will also give you a few tips, to polish your home bartending game. Finally, because it's not enough to just make a great drink, you also need something interesting to say when you serve that drink. Uncle Brad is going to tell you a story about the history behind the cocktail or ingredients used. So, get ready to sip and enjoy your way into the weekend. Art Cooking Food & Wine Social Sciences
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  • Ep. 125: The Mayor’s Toast – Kir Royal

    Ep. 125: The Mayor’s Toast – Kir Royal
    Dec 24 2025
    Raise your flute for France's most elegant aperitif! Uncle Brad and Jules explore the Kir Royal, a sparkling symphony of crème de cassis and champagne that transforms any moment into a celebration. Brad walks listeners through the classic recipe and its surprisingly political origins - from a pragmatic Burgundian mayor's clever marketing to Parisian cafe culture. Jules shakes things up with Tia Barrett's inventive riff, marrying blueberry pomegranate juice, vodka, vanilla, and St.-Germain for a modern twist on the blackcurrant classic. Whether you're toasting with vintage Bollinger or smart-shopping at your local wine shop, Jules wraps the episode with essential champagne-buying tips that'll help you navigate labels, prices, and styles with confidence. Pop the cork and discover why this French favorite has enchanted drinkers for generations. Thinking about purchasing a Klaris ice machine? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-) Kir Royal Glass: Chilled flute glass Garnish: raspberry / blackberry / currant berries Directions & Ingredients In chilled flute glass add: Chilled champagne (halfway) ½ oz of creme de cassis Top off with champagne Add garnish raspberry, blackberry, or current berries Tia Barrett’s Riff Glass: Chilled flute glass Garnish: raspberry / blackberry / currant berries Directions & Ingredients In chilled flute glass add: 1 oz. Pom blueberry pomegranate juice ½ oz. Vodka ½ oz. Giffard Vanille de Madagascar ¼ oz. St-Germain Top off with champagne Add garnish raspberry, blackberry, or current berries TIP: Buying champagne Klaris IG: @craftklaris Website: www.craftklaris.com The Art of Drinking IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com Join Jules IG: @join_jules TikTok: @join_jules Website: joinjules.com Uncle Brad IG: @favorite_uncle_brad This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Ep. 124: Morse Code & Mexican Twists - Three Dots and A Dash

    Ep. 124: Morse Code & Mexican Twists - Three Dots and A Dash
    Dec 17 2025
    Join Uncle Brad and Jules as they explore the classic Three Dots and A Dash cocktail. Brad demonstrates the traditional recipe while Jules adds an unexpected Mexican twist (and no, it's not tequila). Discover the fascinating history behind this tiki favorite, including how it earned its Morse code-inspired name and the story of its creator. The episode wraps up with expert recommendations on rum bottles that make perfect holiday gifts for the spirits enthusiast in your life. Enjoy that sipping rum over a nice chunk of clear ice from your Klaris Ice Machine. Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-) 3 Dots & Coconut Horchata Ingredients 1 oz aged rhum agricole 3/4 oz blended rum, likebrads ½ oz allspice dram ¾ oz lime juice 1 oz RumChata (or coconut horchata) 3/4 oz coconut cream (Coco López or similar) ½ oz cinnamon syrup 1 dash Angostura bitters (optional but amazing) Directions: Add all ingredients to a shaker. Shake HARD with ice (you want it frothy and cold). Double strain into a tiki mug or double old fashioned glass. Top with a little crushed ice. Three Dots & A Dash Recipe Glass: Tall Tiki or Collins Glass Garnish: 3 cherries and a pineapple slice shaped into a dash on a cocktail pick Ingredients: 1½ oz aged rhum agricole (preferably from Martinique) ½ oz aged Caribbean blended rum ¼ oz falernum liqueur ¼ oz allspice liqueur ½ oz fresh lime juice ½ oz fresh orange juice ½ oz honey syrup (2:1 honey to water, acacia honey preferred) 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters Handful of ice Directions: Add all ingredients to blender and flash blend (3 second pulses 3 – 4 times). Pour into glass, top with crush ice, and garnish. TIP: Gifting rum for the holidays Klaris IG: @craftklaris Website: www.craftklaris.com The Art of Drinking IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com Join Jules IG: @join_jules TikTok: @join_jules Website: joinjules.com Uncle Brad IG: @favorite_uncle_brad This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • Ep. 123: Holiday Gold! - The Tom & Jerry Cocktail

    Ep. 123: Holiday Gold! - The Tom & Jerry Cocktail
    Dec 10 2025
    In this festive episode of The Art of Drinking, Jules shares her Nonna-approved Tom & Jerry recipe—a classic holiday cocktail that's equal parts tradition and indulgence. Uncle Brad dives into the drink's rich history and reveals the surprising story behind how this warming winter libation got its name. Jules walks listeners through her technique for creating the perfect Tom & Jerry batter, but fair warning: she's keeping the full recipe under wraps. You'll need to grab a copy of her book Pretty Simple Cocktails at [insert website] or sharpen your note-taking skills during this episode. Whether you're a holiday cocktail enthusiast or just curious about this vintage favorite, this episode delivers the perfect blend of history, technique, and family tradition. The holidays are here! Want to up your clear ice game to the next level? Go to craftKLARIS.com and use the code AOD10 for 10% OFF your purchase. Trust us, you won’t regret it ;-) Klaris IG: @craftklaris Website: www.craftklaris.com The Art of Drinking IG: @theartofdrinkingpodcast Website: www.theartofdrinkingpodcast.com Join Jules IG: @join_jules TikTok: @join_jules Website: joinjules.com Uncle Brad IG: @favorite_uncle_brad This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
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