Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast

*Pending physical. (Too soon?) In Buster Posey's first off-season the Giants give out the largest contract in team history to solve their shortstop problem. The brothers discuss how good of a player Willy Adames is, what this signing says about the Posey era, and what work the Giants still have left to do this off-season.Our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is in full swing even though Giants bats are not. You can find it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenSpeaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking Rudolph's Nose while Ben is drinking a Last Word Recipes below.Rudolph's Nose2 oz London Dry Gin1 oz Unsweetened Cranberry Juice1/2 oz Allspice Dram1/4 oz Grand Marnier1/4 oz Amaro Nonino1/2 oz Lime Juice1/2 oz Rich Cinnamon Syrup2 Dashes Peychaud’s BittersAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Enjoy.Last Word1 oz gin1 oz maraschino liqueur (Ben recommends Cherry Heering)1 oz Green Chartreuse1 oz lime juiceCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled and double strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with 5 cherries.

Less is more, right? The rumors say Buster is going cheap by cutting payroll and the boys are talking about it. They also review the hires Posey has made and what it means for the culture of the team. Who's making the lineup? Computers? Or Bob Melvin?Our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is in full swing even though Giants bats are not. You can find it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenSpeaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking a Boukman Daiquiri while Ben is drinking mull spiced port. Recipes below.Boukman Daiquiri1 1/2 oz White Rum1/2 oz Cognac3/4 oz Lime Juice3/4 oz Cinnamon SyrupCinnamon Stick for garnishAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a cinnamon stick.Spiced Port Wine1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup mulling spices1 quart water1 750ml bottle of ruby portCombine sugar, water and mulling spices in a pot and bring to a simmer. Simmer for an hour. Lower temperature to low and add ruby port. Filter out spices and serve individually in mugs. (Spike with a shot of vodka to make this an actual cocktail.)

OK, it's a cross post with The Perfect Sip. Mostly. The boys do talk some baseball at the beginning. Oh, and they'll be back on Monday to talk about how the Giants definitely aren't signing Soto. In this episode they have ridiculous discussions about olive loaves and Ben makes a joke about eating a national icon. It's your typical mayhem really. The cocktails are good though. Recipes below. (Didn't have Randy Winn as VPPD on my bingo card.)White Picket Fence3 oz Spiced Whiskey Milk Punch2-4 oz Sparkling Cider0-2 oz Club SodaPour the milk punch into a highball glass over ice. Top with sparkling cider. For a less sweet cocktail, replace a portion of the cider with club soda. Spiced Whiskey Milk Punch 8 oz Spiced Whiskey3 oz Toasted Powered Milk1 oz Maple Syruppinch of salt Combine the spiced whiskey, maple syrup, and salt. Stir to combine.Toast powdered milk in a pan on the stove, in the oven, or in a toaster oven. Monitor closely as it can burn quickly. Some light browning on the edges and surface is expected, but do not scorch.Boil enough water to rehydrate the milk, then use the hot water to make the milk according to the package instructions.While the milk is still hot, measure 3 oz into a large container, then pourthe whiskey mixture into the milk. You should see curdling happen immediately. Stir gently to help it along.Let the mixture sit for a minute or two, then filter through cheesecloth or a coffee filter. Once some curds have collected in the filter, move the filter to a new container and re-strain the first portion of the final product. Spiced Whiskey 750 ml of Whiskey of you choice2 cinnamon sticks1 star anise pod4 cloves1/4 cracked nutmegCombine whiskey and spices in a sealed bottle or jar. Let sit for 24 hours to 3 days, tasting every 24 hours. Remove spices when desired.Autumn’s Kiss 2 oz Brandy or Cognac3/4 oz Allspice Dram1 oz Lemon Juice3/4 oz Cinnamon Syrup1 Dash Cardamom Bitters1 Dash Orange BittersAbsinthe for rinseStart by preparing a coupe glass: coat the inside with absinthe and discard any excess. Add the remaining ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double strain into the prepared coupe glass and garnish with a star anise.

It's quiet out there. But not in here! The brothers are yelling about evil baseball players, bad parents, and stinky garbage. And that's just the first ten minutes. Later they set their own expectations for the off-season and then they announce the All Time Team for the last 25 years. Left Field and Catcher are real tough.Also, we're going into winter hibernation and will be publishing once a month in November and December. But! We will also to emergency podcasts as needed. Juan Soto signing? (Yes, Ben is laughing as he writes this. He also enjoys talking about himself in the 3rd person.) And we'll be back from hibernation on January 6th.Upcoming episodes: November 25th, December 23rd, and emergency podcasts as needed. Back full time January 6th.In the meantime our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is in full swing even though Giants bats are not. You can find it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenSpeaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking an Allspice Old Fashioned while Ben is drinking The Horseman's Head Recipes below.Allspice Old Fashioned2 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Allspice Dram1/4/ oz Demerara Syrup3 Dashes Angostura Bitters3 Dashes Orange BittersGarnish with an orange peel and cocktail cherry.Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass with a large chunk of ice. Express orange peel oils over drink and add garnishes.The Horseman's Head1 oz Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur1 oz Vodka2 oz Heavy Cream / Whipping CreamCombine Mr. Black’s, Vodka and pumpkin spice syrup in a mixing glass. Stir to combine. Pour over a very large single ice cube in a rocks glass. Stir gently to slightly chill. In a separate mixing glass slightly whip cream with a milk frother. (You can also shake in a mason jar.) Once cream has thickened to a thick but pourable consistency, gently pour into the glass. Aim for the top middle of the ice cube.

The brothers come to the grim realization of the big job Buster Posey has in rebuilding the Giants offense. They try to predict who will be at each of the 13 roster spots to begin the season. We should hope they're wrong.Our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is in full swing even though Giants bats are not. You can find it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenSpeaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking ----- while Ben is drinking ------. Recipes below.Heart & Hearth1 1/2 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Allspice Dram1/4 oz Cynar3/4 oz Lemon Juice1/2 oz Brown Sugar Syrup1 egg whiteAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker without ice. Dry shake for 10-15 seconds. Add ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a star anise.Vertigo2 oz Averna1/2 oz Lemon Juice4 oz Ginger BeerAdd lemon juice and Averna to a highball or Collins glass with ice. Stir gently to combine. Top with the ginger beer.

Did Bob Melvin and his staff make Farhan's roster better? The brothers are discussing the coaching staff today including why fans can never truly understand the dark art of MLB coaching, where the 2024 Giants needed the most coaching, and the one area that definitely needs to get significantly better. Finally they discuss why the 2025 staff will be a lot different not matter what the internal evaluations will be.Our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is in full swing even though Giants bats are not. You can find it here:Speaking of cocktails, today Matthew is drinking the Amen Corner while Ben is bringing back thew new and improved Orange & Black. Recipes below.Amen Corner2 oz Bourbon1 oz Aperol3/4 oz Amaro Nonino4-5 Mint LeavesGently muddle the mint in a cocktail shaker. Add the remaining ingredients, plus ice, then shake until chilled. Double-strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with mint leaves or cocktail cherries.Orange & Black1 1/2 oz rye whiskey1/2 oz Mr. Black coffee liqueur1/4 oz orange liqueur (I used Cointreau)2 Dashes orange bittersGarnish with orange twistAdd all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir until the desired dilution is reached, then strain into a rocks glass with one large ice cube. Express an orange twist over the glass, rub around the rim, and drop into the drink.

Buster asked for the ball. The brothers discuss how the appointment of Buster Posey went down, what about the current team made him want to ask for the job, and what these early days will look like for him. They also participate in a coup and Matthew asks a close friend for help.Our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is live. Listen here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenOn the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking an Herbal Hot Toddy while Ben is drinking a Venus Gin #2 Old Fashioned. Recipes below.Herbal Hot Toddy4-5 oz Hot Camomile Tea1 1/2 oz Cognac or Brandy1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur1 heaping teaspoon HoneySteep camomile tea in a mug for a few minutes. Add remaining ingredients and stir until combined.Venus Gin #2 Old Fashioned2 oz Venus Gin #21/4 oz Simple Syrup2 dashes Orange bittersLemon TwistCombine gin, simple syrup and bitters in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a Old Fashioned glass with a large chunk of ice. Express oils from lemon twist over the cocktail and discard. Garnish with 3 brandy soaked cherries.

BuPo is the new HOBO! Excuse me, Buster Posey is Mr. President of Baseball Operations. The brothers break down the firing of Farhan Zaidi and why it needed to happen. Then they turn the page and look forward to the second Buster Posey era. How will this impact his legacy? Will this make it easier to sign free agents? What other changes need to be made?On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking whiskey neat and Ben is drinking a glass of wine. Recipes not below.

Well, that happened. Our scientists review the completely disappointing but entirely predictable slightly below mediocre season of baseball that was played by the 2024 San Francisco Giants. They give out high level grades to the players, coaching staff and front office. Then they give out MVP, Unsung Hero and Most Disappointing Awards to the players for all of 2024. Finally they review their awful preseason and mid-season predictions.Also, Ben is really sorry about the dog story. He'll never let that happen again.On the cocktail side of things our new cocktail oriented podcast The Perfect Sip is out now. You can find it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenOn the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Ginger Whiskey Sour while Ben is drinking Ben's Whiskey Sour. Recipes below.Ginger Whiskey Sour2 oz Bourbon3/4 oz Ginger Syrup3/4 oz Lemon JuiceAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double-strain into a rocks glass with ice.Ben's Whiskey Sour2 oz High Proof Rye Whiskey1 oz Simple Syrup1 oz Lemon Juice2 dashes Angostura bitters1 small Egg White (1/2 oz)Red Wine for floatCombine all ingredients except wine in a shaker with no ice. Shake for 5 seconds. Open shaker and fill with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Top off with ride wine float. Add two brandied cherries as garnish

It's all over but the crying. But just who will be crying when the season is over? Our sad sacks discuss the recent news that Giants ownership has already decided the fate of HOBO Farhan Zaidi, Zaidi's assessment of the team and the quickly advancing career of Bryce Eldridge. They also preview the state of the 2025 starting rotation. Who's your 5th starter? Roupp or Birdsong?In the lightning round @coleslunch delivers Donovan Walton a meal, Ben's dog gets a new toy and Matthew goes off the rails.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a the Whiskey Sour he featured on The Perfect Sip while Matthew is drinking a Bee's Knees. Recipes below.Whiskey Sour2 oz Bourbon1 oz Simple Syrup1 oz Lemon JuiceCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.Bee's Knees2 oz Gin3/4 oz Honey Syrup3/4 oz Lemon JuiceLemon twist for garnishCombine all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well for 12-15 seconds. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Add garnish and enjoy.

Where has this team been ALL YEAR?! The brothers discuss the Giants finally playing well when the games only matter to the other side. Then they break down that state of the bullpen heading into next year. Yes, Ben says ridiculous things about Camilo Doval. Fan boys are gonna ... fan?Also, the first Happy Hour episode of our new cocktail podcast The Perfect Sip is out. On Tuesday we begin a two week series on cocktail equipment you need when getting started in the hobby. Listen here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenOn the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Garden Party while Ben is having a Winter Vacation. Recipes below.Garden Party2 oz Vodka3/4 oz Lemon Juice3/4 oz Chamomile-Lavender Syrup1 Dash Cherry BittersAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a lavender sprig or lemon twist.Winter Vacation2 oz White Rum3/4 oz Lime Juice1 oz Ginger Syrup1 spritz of Rosemary Tincture1 Lime Wheel for Garnish1 Cinnamon Stick or Apple Wood chips for smokingOptional: Smoke the glass with a scorched cinnamon stick or smoking kit before shaking cocktail.Combine rum, lime juice, and ginger syrup in a shaker with ice and shake until well chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with the lime wheel and top with a spritz of the rosemary tincture.

Hey, a series victory! Well, the brothers are looking ahead to 2025 anyway with a preview of next year's infield, but first they check in on the fallout of the the Atlantic story about Zaidi.We're also celebrating the launch of our new cocktail focused podcast The Perfect Sip. Episode 1 is out now. Download it here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenIn the lightning round the socks come off, haters gonna hate, Ben gets back on the fence and Matthew has his head in the clouds.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking The Bare Foot and Matthew is drinking a Chamomile Daiquiri. Recipes below.RecipesThe Bare Foot- 2 oz Indigo Gin- 1 oz Ginger Syrup- 3/4 oz Lime Juice- 3-4 oz of chilled club sodaAdd the gin, syrup and lime to a highball glass and stir to combine. Add ice and top with the club soda.Chamomile Daiquiri2 oz White Rum3/4 oz Lime Juice3/4 oz Chamomile SyrupPut all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. ---Red Hot Chili

Is BuPo the new HOBO? Giant Cocktails is derailed mid-episode by the breaking news that Buster Posey took over the Matt Chapman extension negotiations as ownership grew impatient with Farhan Zaidi and Scott Boras. The brothers discuss this new world order and what it might mean for the organization and the Zaidi regime. Oh, they also discuss the new low point of the season on Saturday.Also, The Perfect Sip, our new cocktail podcast is releasing its first episode tomorrow! Subscribe here: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenOn the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Cherry Sour while Ben is drinking a Blueberry Spritz. Recipes below.Cherry Sour2 oz Rye Whiskey1/2 oz Cherry Heering1/2 oz Simple Syrup3/4 oz Lemon JuiceGarnish with lemon wedge and brandied cherries.Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice. Add garnishes. Enjoy.Blueberry Sour3 oz Blueberry Liqueur2 oz Prosecco1 oz Club SodaFresh blueberries for garnishFill a wine glass with ice. Add the blueberry liqueur, Prosecco and club soda and stir once gently with a bar spoon. Garnish with fresh blue berries by dropping them in the glass.

3 hits off Civale, 11 off Rea. How 2024. Time to look to next year! Our prognosticators discuss the very young, very athletic and very inexperienced crop of outfielders the Giants will have next year. They also discuss the surprising news that Farhan and BoMel are only guaranteed through 2025. How will this impact the roster decisions and free agent pursuits?In the lightning round Matthew becomes a cove keeper, Ben trashes a kid's ice cream bar, and we're all thrown a curve ball. Oh, and they refuse to let a joke a die.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Fresh Ginger Fizz while Matthew is drinking a Tiki Tok. Recipes, well one of them anyway, below.Fresh Ginger FizzThis will be the first cocktail featured on The Perfect Sip, the new cocktail podcast by Ben and Matthew. You can get the recipe on September 17th. Subscribe now: https://the-perfect-sip.captivate.fm/listenTiki Tok2 oz White Rum1/2 oz Falernum1/2 oz Peach Liqueur1 oz Lime Juice2 Dashes Orange Bitters2 Dashes Peychaud’s BittersAdd all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake for 12-15 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel.

Are you buying a Matt Chapman jersey? Our shoppers discuss the contract extension of Matt Chapman. Is this a good deal for fans? They also revel in the Grant McCray outburst and discuss the young players finally getting a chance to play.Also, the new cocktail oriented podcast The Perfect Sip is launching September 17th! You can subscribe now in your podcasting player of choice.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Corpse Reviver #2 while Ben is drinking a French 75. Recipes below.Corpse Reviver1 oz Gin1 oz Dry Orange Curacao (Or Cointreau)1 oz Cocci Americano (or Lillet Blanc)1 oz Lemon Juice2 Dashes of AbsintheAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 12-15 seconds. Double strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Enjoy!French 752 oz Gin1 oz Lemon Juice3/4 oz Simple Syrup3-4 oz Sparkling WineAdd first three ingredients to a champagne flute. Take a few sips. Then add sparkling wine to top.

It's the good, bad and the ugly today. First our cowboys announce that their new podcast is launching imminently. Then they review the recent good performances of Mason Black and Tristan Beck and the bad look of the haphazard call ups of Marco Luciano and Luis Matos.Things get ugly in the lighting round when Ben gives acting advice, Matthew doesn't want to start over, and we all get lost in the desert.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Jungle Bungle while Matthew is drinking a Without Faculty. Recipes below.Jungle Bungle1 oz Mezcal1 oz Demerara Rum1 oz Banana LiqueurCombine mezcal, rum and banana liqueur in a mixing glass with ice. Stir to desired dilution. Strain into a Nick & Nora glass. Garnish with a banana slice, two cherries, three guavas, and a pineapple.Without Faculty2 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Banana Liqueur3/4 oz Lemon Juice1/2 oz Ginger Liqueur3 drops Tiki BittersCombine all ingredients except the bitters in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake for 12-15 seconds. Strain into a ice-filled rocks glass and top with bitters and a banana slice.

REPOST: Hey, Ben here, I uploaded the wrong audio file when I published this week's Monday episode because I'm a dope. This new upload will ensure everyone gets the correct file. Sorry for clogging the interwebs and your feeds.Forget losing to the Marlins, it's time to look for good news! Our spelunkers go deep and discuss the defensive greatness of Matt Chapman and Patrick Bailey. They then break down the roster and speculate on its implications for the off season.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking The Fall of Fig while Ben is drinking a Lost in the Jungle. Recipes below.The Fall of Fig2 oz London Dry Gin (Fig Infused)1/2 oz Benedictine1/2 - 3/4 oz Fig Syrup1 oz Lemon Juice2 Dashes Cardamon BittersAdd all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake 10-12 seconds until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a fig slice. Or don’t.Lost in the Jungle1 1/2 oz Mezcal1 oz Banana Liqueur1 oz Lime Juice1/4 oz Simple SyrupLime wheel for garnishCombine mezcal, banana liqueur, lime juice and simple syrup in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass. Float lime while as the garnish.

Has Bob Melvin been a bad manager this year? In this Midweek Review our farmers sharpen their pitchforks while discussing the performance of Bob Melvin. Then they review the month 5 MVPs, Unsung Heroes, Most Improved and nominate candidates for next month's Most Improved. I bet you can guess which manger made that list.In the Lightning Round the farmers go to jail, Matthew goes golfing, and Ben gives investment advice.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Martini while Matthew is drinking an Embassy Cocktail. Recipes below.Martini (5:1)2 oz London Dry Gin1/2 oz Dry Vermouth3 Olives for garnishCombine gin and vermouth in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 15 seconds. Strain into a chilled Martini glass. Garnish with olives on a cocktail pick. Embassy Cocktail 1 oz Cognac (brandy)1 oz White Rum (1-3 year old)1 oz Cointreau3/4 oz Lime Juice1 Dash Angostura BittersAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass.T-Minus 9

It's not over. But it's over. Our sad dads discuss the Giants < 3% chance of making the playoffs, how the Giants should handle certain players from here, and which Giants still have a lot of play for. Then they just talk baseball including the return of Camilo Doval, whether Fitzgerald and Ramos have fully established themselves, and what the outfield of the Giants might look like next year.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Sunny Day while Ben is drinking a Hank's Coupe. Recipes below.Sunny Day2 oz London Dry Gin3/4 oz chamomile-lavender syrup1/2 oz lemon juice1/4 oz Lillet Blanc2 dashes lavender bittersLemon wheel for garnish (the sun)Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 10-15 seconds until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass.Hank's Coupe1 oz Mezcal1 oz Pimm’s No. 11 oz Lime Juice1 oz Simple SyrupCombine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with something appropriate.

Did that series seem close? It did, right? Our investigators debate the missed opportunity of the White Sox series, map the paths past the Braves and Mets to the Playoffs, and finally ask what was Plan A if signing Chapman and Snell was Plan B?Then in the lightning round Matthew casts Hex, Austin Slater has his biggest hit of the year for the Giants, and Ben jumps out of a moving vehicle.On the cocktail side of the things Ben is drinking a 2024 Giants while Matthew is drinking a Tequila Old Fashioned. Recipes below.2024 Giants2 oz White Rum1 oz Pimm’s No. 1 Cup1 oz Pineapple JuiceAdd all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with three brandied cherries.Tequila Old Fashioned2 oz Anejo Tequila1/4 oz Agave Nectar1 dash Chocolate Bitters4 dashes Angostura BittersOrange peel for garnishAdd all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir until well-chilled - about 30 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice (preferably a large chunk). Express orange peel oils over drink. Drop peel into the glass. Enjoy!

The last Bay Bridge Series has been won. Will anyone miss it? More importantly will the Giants miss the playoffs? Our A's haters discuss the legacy of the Giants-Athletics rivalry and what the A's moving will mean for the Giants. They also try to keep hope alive by breaking down how the Giants can definitely still make the playoffs.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Blabbey while Matthew is drinking a Verdant Whisper.Blabbey2 oz Gin1 oz Lillet Rose1 oz Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice1 dash Angostura bitters2 brandied cherries and one Clementine segment for garnishCombine the gin, Lillet Rose, and orange juice in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with the cherries and Clementine segment on a cocktail pick.Verdant Whisper1 oz Gin (London Dry)1 oz Green Chartreuse (Sub Benedictine)1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur3/4 oz Lime Juice1/4 oz Simple Syrup1 dash Celery BittersAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lime wheel or a sprig of thyme.

Yep. Tyler Fitzgerald has a weakness and the Giants' weakness might just be that that they're too weak. Our exercise gurus are discussing Runners in Scoring Position and how it has hurt the Giants and why its so pronounced. They also review the departure of Marco Luciano and the arrival of Grant McCray.In the lightning round Ben gets magnanimous, an impossible choice is made, and Matthew puts the pedal to the metal. On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Phoenix Doval while Matthew is drinking a Giant Slayer.Phoenix Doval2 oz Mezcal1/2 oz Cherry Heering Liqueur1/2 oz Ginger Syrup3/4 oz Lemon-Lime Juice2-3 Jalapeno coinsMuddle the jalapeno in the ginger syrup in a shaker. Add ice, the mezcal, cherry liqueur and citrus juice to the shaker. Shake until chilled. Double strain into a stemmed cocktail glass. Garnish with 3 Luxardo cherries.Giant Slayer2 oz Bourbon1/4 oz Amaro Nonino3/4 oz Peach Simple Syrup2 Dashes Orange Bitters2 Dashes Peach BittersAdd all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30-40 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass with fresh ice. Garnish with a peach slice.

Get in winners, we're taking this bandwagon to the playoffs! Right? Our bandwagon dwellers discuss how the Giants have been demolishing cupcake teams like Matthew gobbles Luxardo Cherries. Then Ben gets a little rabid discussing the demotion of Camilo Doval. Finally the boys ponder the obvious difference of opinions between Melvin and Zaidi. By the way, has anyone seen Marco Luciano recently?On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a while Ben is drinking a Justice for Camilo.Antibes1 1/2 oz Gin1/2 - 3/4 oz Benedictine2 oz Grapefruit JuiceAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled and strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice. Garnish with a grapefruit wedge.Justice for Camilo2 oz Reposado Tequila1 oz Cherry Heering Liqueur1 oz Lime JuiceCombine tequila, cherry liqueur and lime juice in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass with ice.

Tyler Fitzgerald will carry the Giants to the playoffs! (It could happen.) In this Mid-Week Review the brothers discuss who's doing the heavy lifting on the offense and who's being carried before turning their attention to the Giants playoff chances now that the Giants are winning some games.In the lightning round Ben hopes for disaster, Matthew forgets his toothbrush, and we all enjoy a summer evening.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Bitter Gin & Tonic while Matthew is drinking a Tiki Old Fashioned. Recipes below.Bitter Gin & Tonic2 oz Gin4 oz Club Soda2 dashes Angostura bitters1 Lime wedgeAdd gin to a rocks glass filled with ice. Top with club soda. Add dashes of bitters, and squeeze and drop in lime wedge.Tiki Old Fashioned2 oz White Rum1/2 oz Velvet Falernum1 dash Peach Bitters1 dash Cherry BittersAdd all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice. Mix for 30 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice. Garnish with luxardo cherries.

A no-hitter sure is a great distraction from mediocrity. Our hosts discuss Blake Snell's no-no and the Red series before diving deep into a review of the roster post trade deadline. Then they finish with a good ol' fashioned under-informed rant about the Giants ability to evaluate prospect readiness.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a My Tie while Ben is drinking a Banana Daiquiri. Recipes below.My Tie2 oz White Rum3/4 oz Orange Brandy (Grand Marnier)1/2 oz Orgeat Syrup1 oz Lime Juice2 dashes Peach BittersPut them all into a shaker with ice, give it a good shake, uh, strain it into a rocks glass with plenty of ice and a garnish with a lime wheel.Banana Daiquiri2 oz White Rum1/2 oz Banana Liqueur1/2 oz Ginger Syrup1 oz Lime JuiceCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a couple glass. Garnish with something.

Well, that was underwhelming. In this Mid-Week Review our hagglers discuss the trades of Jorge Soler, Alex Cobb, the acquisition of Mark Canha and the promotions of Marco Luciano and Hayden Birdsong. Also what do all of these moves mean for the rest of the roster, especially Thairo Estrada and Wilmer Flores?In the lightning round Ben blows a gasket, Matthew gets traded, and, oh, there's a train wreck.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Ginger Old Fashioned while Matthew is having the a Last Word.Ginger Old Fashioned3 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Ginger Syrup4 Dashes of Angostura bittersAdd bourbon, ginger syrup and bitters to a mixing glass with ice. Stir to desired dilution. Strain into a rocks glass with a large chunk of ice.Last Word1 oz Gin1 oz Green Chartreuse1 oz Maraschino Liqueur1 oz Lime JuiceLuxardo cherry for garnishAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with cherry.

Wow, it feels good to win. Even if it is against the Rockies. But it begs the question: Buy or sell at the trade deadline? The boys take sides and argue for their position. Is Matthew right and the Giants are just a couple pieces away? Or Is Ben right and the sellers market is too good to resist?Also, it's time for the 4-month check-in. MVPS! Unsung Heroes! Most Improved Nominees!On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Chatham while Ben is drinking an Indecision. Recipes below.Chatham 2 oz Gin1 oz Ginger Liqueur1/2 oz Lemon JuiceAdd all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake for 10-12 seconds. Double strain into a coupe glass.Indecision1 1/2 oz Gin1/2 oz Benedictine3/4 oz of Ginger Syrup1 oz of Lime JuiceCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a stemmed cocktail glass.

We're calling it. And we're bringing receipts. The Giants are bad. In this Mid-week Review our critics break down just how bad the Giants have been and for how long. And worse, they're still boring.In the lighting round Matthew goes back to the future, Ben feasts at Taco Bell, and the cocktails get bigger.Look, we recorded this when things were the most bleak. Before Robbie Ray threw 5 hitless innings. Before the Giants had their first 4+ run inning since June 30th. But we stand by it!On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Cablegram and Matthew is drinking an HBD. Recipes below.Cablegram2 oz Rye Whiskey (100 proof)3/4 oz Ginger Syrup1/2 oz Lime JuiceClub SodaCombine the rye, ginger syrup and lime juice in a highball or collins glass with ice. Stir to combine. Top with club soda.HBD2 oz Gin1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur3/4 oz Strawberry Syrup1 oz Lemon Juice3 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters1/4 tsp Absinthe for rinsePrepare a chilled coupe glass by rinsing with absinthe and discarding any extra. Combine all other ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake for 10-12 seconds. Double strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a lemon twist or strawberry.

1-2 against the Rockies: Is it time to burn it all down? Our pyrologists discuss the rumors that Farhan Zaidi must make the playoffs to keep his job. Is this true and how does it impact the trade deadline? Speaking of trades is Mike Yastrzemski the most likely player to be moved? If the Giants sell is Camilo Doval all but gone? On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Spicy Night while Ben is drinking a White Lady's Ghost. Recipes below.Spicy Night1.5 oz Gin1/2 oz Lillet Blanc1/2 oz Black Pepper Syrup3/4 oz Lemon JuiceAdd all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 12-15 seconds, until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.White Lady's Ghost2 oz Gin1 oz Cointreau1/2 oz Simple Syrup3/4 oz Lemon JuiceCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Double strain into a Nick & Nora glass.

In this midweek review our charlatans update their predictions of the Giants final record, whether they'll make the playoffs, and how long the dream rotation will last. Later they get down to trade talk. Who can be traded for for prospects? Who would be worth getting for selling the farm?In the lightning round Matthew goes fishing, Ben enjoys some music, and the greatest closer in Minnesota Twins history is discussed.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Ben's Stiggy while Matthew is drinking a Maple Old Fashioned. Recipes below.Ben's Stiggy2 oz Plantation Stiggins Pineapple Rum1 oz Banane du Bresil4-5 oz SpriteAdd all ingredients to highball with ice. Stir gently. Garnish with a lime wedge.Maple Old Fashioned2 oz Bourbon1/4 oz Maple Syrup3-4 dashes Black Walnut BittersGarnish with cherry and orange twistAdd ingredients to mixing glass with ice. Stir 30 seconds or until well-chilled. Strain into a rock glass with fresh ice. Add garnish.

It's time for the second "half"! But first our mathematicians are taking the time to take stock of the first "half". They review the 97 games so far by reviewing their Opening Day predictions. Then they get touchy-feely and talk about how they feel about the 2024 San Francisco Giants, but first the let Farhan Zaidi have his say.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Big Missile while Ben is drinking a Fryer Tom. Recipes below.Big Missile2 oz White Rum1/2 oz Peach Liqueur1 oz Lime Juice3/4 oz Strawberry Syrup2 dashes Cherry BittersCombine all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 10-15 seconds, until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.Fryer Tom1 1/2 oz Old Tom Gin1/2 oz Benedictine1 oz Lime Juice1/2 oz of Simple SyrupCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a stemmed cocktail glass and garnish with a lime wheel.

The Giants are finally younger and more athletic. It only took half a season. In this mid-week review our modernists discuss the departures of Austin Slater and Nick Ahmed, what it means for Luis Matos, Brett Wisely, and Tyler Fitzgerald. They also rejoice in the first good game from Mr. Second Half, Blake Snell.In the lightning round Ben talks to his food, Matthew makes drunken trade suggestions, and they irrationally predict the All-Star game.On the cocktail side of things Ben phones it in with a Coke & Rye while Matthew presents an original the Giant Splash. Recipes below.Coke & RyeCoca-Cola or some other cane sugar cola100 proof Rye WhiskeyAll of your gumptionFill a highball with ice, add as much rye as your gumption will allow, top with cola.Splash Hit2 oz Aquavit1 oz Cinnamon Simple Syrup1/2 oz Lemon Juice1/2 oz Cointreau

Chili Davis has company! In this episode our astronauts celeberate the Giants TWO All-Star selections Logan Webb and Heliot Ramos, ask if Patrick Bailey was snubbed (obviously!), and discuss if the returns Harrison, Snell, and Ray has come soon enough.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Drunken Gnome while Matthew is drinking a Kentucky River--a small part of one anyway. Recipes below.Drunken Gnome2 oz Tequila1 oz Ginger Syrup1 oz Lime Juice3 rings of SerranoGarnish: Candied Ginger and Serrano chili tip (careful, spicy!)Muddle the Serrano rings with a splash of the ginger syrup in a shaker. Add ice and the remaining ingredients to the shaker and shake until chilled. Double strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice. Add two pieces of candied ginger to a cocktail pick and at the tip of a Serrano to the end of the pick. Place garnish tip side up directly in glass with tip perched on the side of the glass.Kentucky River2 oz Bourbon (Buffalo Trace)1/2 oz Creme de Cacao3 Dashes Peach BittersGarnish: Lemon PeelAdd all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled rocks glass over a large chunk of ice. Garnish with a lemon peel.

The future is mediocre, but that's a good thing! In this midweek review our prognosticators ponder the future near and far. Who will be the Giants All-Stars? Are we seeing 2/3 of next year's outfield in Matos & Ramos? Can Hayden Birdsong hold out until reinforcements arrive? Then they look to the second half of the season. Will those reinforcements be enough to outshine the middle place offense?Also in the lightning round Ben eats other people's pizza, Matthew hedges his bets, and lightning strikes twice.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking an Orange You Glad .... while Matthew is drinking a Heartfelt Confession. Recipes Below.Orange You Glad ....1 oz White rum1/2 oz Passionfruit liqueur1/2 oz Apricot liqueur2 oz Pineapple juiceClub SodaBox (pour back and forth between two containers) the rum, liqueurs and pineapple juice and pour into a highball filled with ice. Top with club soda. Stir once to distribute the bubbles.Heartfelt Confession1.5 oz London Dry Gin1/2 oz Yellow Chartreuse1/2 oz Lemon Juice1/2 oz Simple Syrup2 Dashes Cherry BittersAbsinthe for rinseRinse chilled coupe glass with absinthe. Add gin, chartreuse, lemon juice, simple syrup, and cherry bitters to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled. Strain into absinthe-rinsed glass. Garnish with a lemon juice.

Dodgers suck! In this episode the our hosts relish in the long overdue series victory over the Evil Empire, give out mid-season awards, call out some under performers and celebrate the life and career of Giants legend and Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking an Elder Fashioned while Ben is drinking a Giant Banana. Recipes below.Elder Fashioned2 oz Gin (Plymouth preferred)1/2 oz St. Germain2 dashes Orange BittersBuild in a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a Grapefruit twist.Giant Banana1 oz Gin1 oz Sweet Vermouth1/2 oz Campari1/2 oz Banana LiqueurCombine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir to desired dilution. Strain into a rocks glass with a large chunk of ice.

The sweet relief of a solid debut. In today's episode our ornithologists sing the praises of Hayden Birdsong and his major league debut. They also celebrate the 3 game winning streak with some ridiculous trade talk. Also in the lightning round Matthew makes Ben accept boredom, they debate who will hit 29 home runs this year, and then put unreasonable expectations on Hayden Birdsong.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Martinez while Matthew is drinking a Youra Banana. Recipes below.Martinez1 1/2 oz Gin1 1/2 oz Sweet Vermouth1/4 oz Marischino Liqueur2 dashes Angostura BittersCombine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir to desired dilution. Strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with 3 Luxardo Cherries.Youra Banana1 1/2 oz Cognac3/4 oz Banana Liqueur1/2 oz Crème de Cacao1/4 oz Averna1 dash chocolate bittersStir all ingredients for 30 seconds in a mixing glass with ice. Strain into a Nick and Nora glass. Garnish with with a banana slice and a brandied cherry.

Yes! Probably. Well, maybe. Today our investigators decide if the Giants are a good baseball team or a bad baseball team. They identify every flaw and discover difficult truths. But they also find signs that there is a stirring in the ashes. Maybe the Giants can still be mediocre, and maybe that's enough.On the cocktail side of things Mathew is drinking a Dancing Naranja while Ben is drinking a Blood and Sand. Recipes Below.Dancing Naranja1 1/2 oz White Rum1/2 Cognac1/2 oz Orange Liqueur (Grand Marnier)1/2 oz Strawberry Syrup3/4 oz Lime Juice2 Dashes Peychaud’s BittersAdd, shake and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lime wheel and/or strawberry slice.Blood and Sand1 oz Blended Scotch1 oz Cherry Heering Liqueur1 oz Sweet Vermouth1 oz Orange JuiceCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with 3 Luxardo cherries.

In honor of Willie Mays the brothers discuss his impact on the Giants and the world. Then they do a deep dive into the all of the times he was robbed of an MVP. Also, a look ahead to the Rickwood game.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Bobby Burns while Matthew is drinking a Daiquiri du Bresil. Recipes below.Bobby Burns1 oz Scotch1 oz Sweet Vermouth1/2 oz BenedictineCombine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir to desire dilution. Strain into a Nick & Nora glass.Daiquiri du BresilComing Soon!

Does one good win negate two painful losses? Asking for some friends. The brothers dive deep in to the Angels series and examine it as a microcosm of the season. Then they debate the debut of Spencer Bivens, great feel good story or a distraction from the mediocrity?On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Gin Old Fashioned while Ben is drinking a Gin & It. Recipes below.Gin Old Fashioned2 oz Gin1/2 oz Green Tea Syrup2 Dashes Ginger BittersLemon Peel for GarnishStir all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice, preferably a large ice cube, and garnish with a lemon twist.Gin & It1 3/4 oz London Dry Gin3/4 oz Sweet Vermouth1 Dash Orange BittersCombine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir to desired dilution. Strain into Nick & Nora glass.

Is it a good sign or a bad sign when Brett Wisely is your top hitter? Asking for a friend. Today the boys ask if Brett Wisely is taking Nick Ahmed's job, discuss the current state of the offense, and Ben goes to the optometrist. Also in the lightning round they go on a fishing expedition, call out Farhan on a Spring fib, and start and finish the Giant's All-Star discussion.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking an All Keyed Up while Matthew is enjoying a Yerba Buena. Recipes below.All Keyed Up2 oz White Rum1 oz Apricot Liqueur1 oz Passion Fruit Liqueur3/4 oz Key Lime Juice4 oz Pineapple JuiceCombine rum, liqueurs and key lime juice in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a highball with ice. Top with pineapple juice.Yerba Buena2 oz Reposado TequilaLime Juice of one lime1/4 oz Agave Nectar8 mint leavesGinger beer, chilled, to topGarnish: Mint Sprig and/or lime wheel

Keaton Winn back! And the Giants are two games under .500 again. The brothers discuss the absurd wild card race and if the Giants have enough starting pitching to take advantage of absurdity. They also say goodbye to an angel.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Gin-Gin Mule while Ben is enjoying a Passion Fruit Daiquiri.Gin-Gin Mule1 3/4 oz London Dry Gin3/4 oz Lime Juice1 oz Simple Syrup1 mint sprig1-2 oz Ginger BeerMuddle simple syrup, lime juice and mint in a cocktail shaker. Add gin and ice and shake until well-chilled. Strain into a highball glass over fresh ice. Top with Ginger Beer. Garnish with mint.Passion Fruit Daiquiri2 oz White Rum1 oz Passion Fruit Liqueur1 oz Lime Juice1/4 oz Rich Simple SyrupCombine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into a coupe glass.

How bad does a team have to play to make Bob Melvin mad? Well, pretty bad it turns out. Today the boys are talking all about Melvin and his rage, the demotion of Luis Matos to make room for Austin Slater, and Ben's personal barista? Also a lightning round full of humility, cortisone shots and career ending stupidity.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Carajillo Puesto while Matthew is drinking a Maneki-Neko-ish. Recipes below.Carajillo Puesto2 oz Licor 432 oz EspressoAdd Licor 43 and ice to a rocks glass. Layer with espresso.Maneki-Neko-ish2 oz Sesame-infused Bourbon1/2 oz Licor 431/2 oz Cocchi Torino Sweet Vermouth2 Dashes Angostura BittersOrange peel for garnishFirst steep 4 ounces of bourbon with one tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for at least 24 hours. Then combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30-40 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass with a large ice cube. Express orange oils over drink and garnish with the peel.

So, Juan Soto and Arson Judge are pretty good I guess. The brothers discuss the Yankees series starting off with the Blake Snell Experience, then they dive into the lack of clutch performances from the pitching staff before finishing up with a check in on the young players.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Ranchero Pelirrojo and Matthew is drinking a Mateo Cain. Recipes below.Ranchero Pelirrojo2 oz Tequila3/4 oz Ginger Syrup4 oz Club SodaCombine all ingredients in a highball glass with ice. Stir gently to combine.Mateo Cain2 oz Añejo Tequila1/4 oz Licor 431/4 oz Cinnamon Syrup2 Dashes Orange Bitters1 Dash Ginger Bitters

Another week, another injury. LaMonte Wade Jr, the rock of the lineup, has fallen. Can anything be done to reduce the damage? Bob and the boys have some crazy ideas. Also, we need to talk about shortstop. The carousel seems to never stop. Is it time to look outside the organization? Also, in the lightning round they talk offense, MLB stat changes, and a little crying baby.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking Margarita Dorada and Ben is drinking a Berry Gin Old Fashioned.Margarita Dorada 2 oz Tequila Blanco3/4 oz Yellow Chartreuse1 oz Lime Juice1 barspoonful of Agave Syrup1 Dash Orange BittersAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake 10-12 seconds until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coup glass.Berry Gin Old Fashioned4 oz Berry Infused Gin (Wild Icelandic Pink Gin)1/2 oz Rich Simple Syrup4 dashes Peychaud’s bittersAdd gin, simple syrup and bitters to a mixing glass with ice. Stir to desired dilution. Strain into a rocks glass. Add single large chunk of ice. Garnish with a lemon twist.

The season is 1/3 complete and the Giants have battled back to mediocrity. It's time to give out some awards! The brothers are giving out awards for MVPs, Unsung Heroes, and Most Improved of month two. They also nominate candidates for next months Most Improved. Then its roster talk: Will Luciano be sent back to Sacramento for glove work? Will the old hurt guys push out Ramos and Matos? Will Farhan really take away all our new toys?On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking an original cocktail, the Late Bloomer while Ben soothes his vocal chords with Hot Toddy #3.Late Bloomer2 oz Gin1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur3/4 oz Strawberry Syrup1 oz Lemon Juice3 Dashes Peychaud’s Bitters1/4 tsp Absinthe (for rinse)Prepare a chilled coupe glass by rinsing the inside with absinthe and dumping any remainder (or use atomizer to spray inside of glass). Add all remaining ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 12-15 seconds until well-chilled and diluted. Double strain into prepared coupe glass. Hot Toddy #32 oz Ginger Liqueur2 tsp of honey6 oz of Lemon Herbal InfusionAdd the ginger liqueur and honey to a mug. Top with herbal infusion.

Wow. So those were a couple of games. The brothers break down the start of the Pirates series, reminding us that youth is a double edged sword. They also talk about Blake Snell, but if feels like homework. In the lightning round: Did we jinx the bullpen? Which is better, framing or robo-umps? Is Late Night LaMonte a Super Hero? And, is Matthew still disappointed in Matt Chapman?On the Cocktail Side of things Ben is drinking another Hot Toddy, but this one is different. Meanwhile Matthew is drinking a Vanilla Old Fashioned because of course he is.Hot Toddy #21 1/2 oz Plantation Stiggin’s Fancy Pineapple Dark Rum6 oz Earl Gray3/4 Lemon Oleo Sacrum Syrup1 Cinnamon Stick5 clovesPour hot tea into a mug. Add rum and oleo sacrum syrup. Add cinnamon stick and cloves.Vanilla Old Fashioned2 oz Bourbon1/4 oz Amaro Nonino1/2 oz Vanilla Demerara Gomme Syrup1 bar spoon full of Luxardo Cherry Syrup2 Dashes Angostura Bitters1 Dash Orange BittersAdd all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass with a large cube of ice. Garnish with

It's happened. The long awaited and yet still unexpected arrival of position player prospects. The boys break down the emergence of Luis Matos, Heliot Ramos, and Marco Luciano. What does this mean for the roster when guys like Austin Slater and Nick Ahmed get healthy? Finally they sing the praises of the quietly dominate bullpen.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Strawberry Gin Basil Smash while Ben is drinking a Hot Toddy.Strawberry Gin Basil Smash2 oz London Dry Gin1/4 oz Elderflower Liqueur3/4 oz Strawberry Syrup3/4 oz Lemon Juice3-4 Fresh Basil Leaves2 dashes Peychaud’s BittersAdd all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake til well-chilled. Double strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice. Garnish with a strawberry and/or basil leaf.Hot Toddy6 oz Chamomile tea1 1/2 oz Scotch Whiskey1 oz Lemon Oleo Sacrum SyrupCombine ingredients in mug.

Welp. They lost 2 of 3 to the LA Corpos. The entire team is injured. Time to rebuild! Or is it? The boys ponder if the Giants need to throw in the towel and go all in on the youth. Or will the youth save the day? Also, Matthew quizzes Ben on trivia about all of the new faces. Hilarity ensues.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Rye Smile while Matthew is drinking a Tangerine Dream.Rye Smile2 oz Rye Whiskey1 oz Apricot Liqueur2 Dashes Angostura Bitters3 Luxardo Cherries for GarnishCombine whiskey, apricot liqueur, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice. Stir to desired dilution. Strain into a Nick & Nora glass. Garnish with cherries on a cocktail pick.Tangerine Dream2 oz Tequila Blanco3/4 oz Tangerine Juice3/4 oz Lime Juice1/2 oz Creme de Cacao1 Dash Chocolate Bitters2 Dashes Orange BittersAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 10-12 seconds and double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a tangerine wedge.

Can you play the outfield? Asking for some friends. The brothers triage the injury riddled outfield. They discuss which player, after Lee, is the most disappointing to see go down. They also ask if these injuries could have a silver lining. On that note, how much will Ramos, Matos, and Schmitt play? Also they look ahead to the All-Star Game and ponder how many All-Stars the Giants will have. It's not a lot. Sigh.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking an Emerald Zinger and Ben is drinking a Mother's Apr'oun. Recipes below.Emerald Zinger2 oz Gin3/4 oz Green Tea Syrup1 oz Lime Juice1/2 oz Ginger Liqueur2 Dashes Cherry BittersMother's Apr'oun2 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Apricot Liqueur4-6 oz Club SodaPour, pour, pour over ice. Stir once. Gently. Protect the bubbles. You’re done.

That's right, today we're talking with special guest Andrew Baggarly Senior Writer from The Athletic. The boys and Andrews discuss cocktails, the life of being a baseball writer, the Giants 2024 offense and the lack of position player development.On the cocktail side of things Ben is drinking a Logan Webb Punch, Matthew is drinking a Carribean Carre and Andrew is presenting his original 'Quattro Rosas. Recipes:Quattro Roses1 1/2 oz Four Roses Bourbon1/2 oz Nespolino (or Amaretto)2 oz Loquat Juice (or Apple Juice)1/2 oz Lemon Juice1 Dash of All-Spice bitters1-3 cherries sunk to the bottom for garnishCombine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake 10-12 seconds until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with cherries. Logan Webb Punch1 oz White Rum1 oz Dark Rum1 oz Congac1/2 oz Apricot Liqueur1 oz Lemon Juice1 oz Simple Syrup3 Luxardo Cherries for GarnishCombine all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake 10-12 seconds and double strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice. Add garnish and enjoy.Carribean Carre´1 oz Rye Whiskey1 oz White Rum1 oz Sweet Vermouth1/4 oz Benedictine2 dashes orange bitters2 dashes Angostura (or Chocolate) BittersOrange Peel for garnish Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled rocks glass with a large ice cube. Express orange oils over drink and drop orange peel into drink.