Episode 182

Zen and the Missing Blood Orange

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben introduces the invigorating Radiant Dawn. It's bright, sweet and spicy; perfect for launching a new year. Meanwhile Matthew gets mellow with his Zen Rum-ble. It's smooth and refreshing; ideal for those looking for inner peace. Also, they give a tip on how to get out of a cocktail rut and discuss how to put the past behind you. Recipes below.

Radiant Dawn

  • 1 1/2 oz Vodka
  • 1/2 oz Curacao
  • 2 oz Orange Juice (preferably Blood Orange)
  • 2-4 Jalapeno Coins (plus 2 for garnish)
  • 3/4 oz of Ginger Syrup

Muddle the jalapeno coins in an empty shaker with the ginger syrup. Add the vodka, curacao, orange juice. Shake with ice until chilled. Double strain over a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with orange wheel, jalapeno coins and candied ginger.

Zen Rum-ble

  • 1 1/2 oz Light Rum
  • 1/2 oz Ginger Liqueur
  • 1/2 - 3/4 oz Green Tea Syrup
  • 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice

Combine all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 10-12 seconds. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a fresh or dehydrated lime wheel.

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Matthew Henry

Matthew is a Bay Area native and lifelong Giants fan. He once threw a runner out at first from center field and that's the highlight of his baseball career. Matthew is a husband, dad, runner and dreams of Oracle Park Garlic Fries at least once a week.
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Benjamin Henry

Ben is a lifelong Giants fan and a lifelong cocktail fan. His greatest skill as a baseball player was getting hit by pitches. He was also the only kid willing to play catcher. He loves to talk about things he barely understands. Or anything really.