Over the past two decades, the Aperol Spritz has gone from holiday staple to American warm-weather icon — and it’s not hard to see why. The ratios are easy, the color pops on Instagram, and even the most reluctant cocktail drinker will say yes to bubbles and orange slices. But is there more to the Spritz than just aesthetics and low-stakes refreshment? To help us explore that question, we’re joined by Brynn Smith of LA’s Bar Next Door. Listen on (or read below) for Brynn's recipe — and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe!

Brynn Smith's Aperol Spritz Recipe

- 1 ½ ounces Aperol

- 3 ounces Prosecco

- 1 ½ ounces club soda

- Garnish: orange slice

Directions

1. Build cocktail in a stemmed glass over Kold Draft ice.

2. Stir lightly with a straw or spoon.

3. Garnish with orange slice.

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Today we’re coming at you with another live episode, recorded in front of an intimate crowd of bartenders and producers, for a deep-dive into a very special category : Chilean Pisco. Joining us today is Jopus Grevelink of the José Andrés Group, who arrived armed with a custom cocktail recipe designed to kick off your very own Chilean Pisco journey. Listen on (or read below) for Jopus' recipe — and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe!

Jopus Grevelink's Carminacha Recipe

- 1 ¼ ounces Chilean Pisco

- ¼ ounce Empirical Cilantro

- ¾ ounce pineapple/apple gum syrup

- ½ ounce fresh lemon juice

- ½ ounce Sudachi juice

- Garnish: Micro Dianthus Flower

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice.

2. Shake until well chilled.

3. Strain (double strain optional) over a large rock in a chilled Old Fashioned glass.

4. Garnish with micro Dianthus flower.

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The Gin Basil Smash is an herbaceous, bright green game-changer, created by Hamburg’s Joerg Meyer in 2008. Equal parts photogenic and palate-pleasing, it’s one of those rare drinks that genuinely deserves the title "modern classic". Joining us today is Joerg Meyer himself, diving into the full origin story, teaching us how to perfect his drink, and how to adapt it for different gins. Listen on (or read below) for Joerg's Gin Basil Smash recipe — and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe!

Joerg Meyer's Gin Basil Smash Recipe

- 60 milliliters gin, such as Rutte Dutch Dry Gin

- 30 milliliters fresh lemon juice

- 20 milliliters Monin cane sugar liquid

- 10 - 15 grams sweet basil (including stems and leaves)

- Garnish: basil leaves/tops

Directions

1. Add basil to a cocktail shaker and muddle well.

2. Add liquid ingredients and ice.

3. Shake until well chilled.

4. Double strain using a cocktail shaker into a tumbler glass with ice.

5. Garnish with fresh basil.

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