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PODCAST

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast

Ben Henry and Matthew Henry

Come for the cocktails, stay for the funny alcohol-fueled rants as two lifelong San Francisco Giants fans discuss their favorite baseball team while enjoying homemade cocktails. Published every Monday and Thursday.

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All Episodes

32:13

A Sweet Punch in the Face

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/08/10

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben is making cocktails for the future with his refrigerator friendly Gin Punch. Meanwhile Matthew is riffing on a YouTube recipe called the Sweet Tea. They also discuss batch cocktails and give advice on dry weddings (avoid them). Recipes Below.Gin Punch1 1/2 cups of Gin1/2 cup of Maraschino liqueur1/8 cup of Demerara sugar1/4 cup of Lemon Shrub1 cup of WaterMake the lemon shrub two days ahead of time. Combine the gin, shrub, sugar and maraschino liqueur in a large

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01:06:05

A Playoff Team?

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/08/07

It’s all Matthew’s fault. He’s smugly drinking “The” El Diablo like the devil he is. Ben is angrily drinking his Peppermelon trying to stay cool.On the baseball side of things our bickering brothers discuss the trade deadline, argue that this team is better than many fans think, and the ever elusive but surely imminent debut of Kyle Harrison.

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31:38

The Devilmelon

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/08/03

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Matthew dances with El Diablo a simple but elegant and flashy tequila refresher. Meanwhile Ben spices things up with the Peppermelon, a pairing between a gin cocktail that features watermelon and black pepper. They also struggle to remember their first time drinking tequila and give advice on when to substitute ingredients in your cocktails. Recipes below.El Diablo1 1/2 oz Tequila Reposado1/2 oz Crème de Cassis3/4 oz Lime Juice3 oz Ginger BeerAdd the tequila, lime

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01:08:06

What Trade Deadline?

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/31

Only 1.5 days until the trade deadline. Still no help. It's rookies or bust this year. Time for cocktails! Matthew is cheering on the kids with a Ranch Water in his hand. Ben is chugging a Fleming Fizz to combat the never ending panic attacks. (DO NOT PUT 1 OZ OF ISLAY SCOTCH IN THAT DRINK! Refer to the notes of the previous episode for the correct measurement.)On the baseball side of things our scatterbrained brothers discuss the impending trade deadline, the Giants lack of activity so far, and

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29:14

Bubbles of Fun

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/27

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben presents the cure to boredom with a mashup of two classics, the Fleming Fizz. Meanwhile Matthew is slaking his hot day thirst with a long tall Ranch Water. They also discuss fond birthday memories such as child extortion and proxy parenting. Also, they describe how just a few bubbles can help you go from sad to glad in no time flat. Recipes below.Fleming Fizz1 1/2 oz Blended Scotch3/4 oz Lemon Juice1/2 oz Honey Syrup1/4 oz Ginger Syrup2 oz Sparkling White Wine1/8

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59:59

Giant Frustrations

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/24

Here come the alcohol fueled angry rants! Ben's rage is powered by his original cocktail the Fruit Roll Up. Matthew's wrath is amplified by his tequila infused Summer Slushy.On the baseball side of things our grouches discuss the absolute mess of the performances of the entire team, what kind of lineup they would put on the field for the last game of the road trip, and last of all, how do we fix this?Cocktail recipes can be found in the show notes of the previous episode.

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33:54

Rolling Up on Summer

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/20

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Matthew throws his Summer Slushy right in his brother's face. It's sticky, sweet and with just right little kick of spice. Once Ben gets cleaned up he horrifies whiskey purists with his Fruit Roll Up. He's got to get rid of that Limepop somehow, which turns out to be the rowdy boys tip of the day. They also discuss the best flavor of slushy to drink in the parking lot on a hot summer night. Recipes below.Summer Slushy2-3 oz Tequila Blanco1 cup frozen Mango1/2 cup

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01:02:21

A Stellar Start

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/17

Undefeated in the second half! No better way to celebrate than with homemade cocktails. Matthew is getting hyped while drinking his highbrow "Daisy Buchanan". While Ben is doing dirt angels in the soil with his "Granjero Pelirrojo".On the baseball side of things the our luminaries discuss the All Star game, make predictions for the second half, debate whether it's ever a good idea to trade highly rated prospects and finish by declaring who they would give up for a Shohei Ohtani rental.Cocktail

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33:37

Daisy and the Farmer

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/13

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben harvests a mezcal and lime wine aperitif based cocktail he calls a Granjero Pelirrojo. Meanwhile Matthew gets literary with his Daisy Buchanan, a gin, elder flower and chamomile cocktail perfecting for poolside sipping. They also discuss the perfect fair food, Ben reveals his spirit animal, and Matthew gives a few tips on software that will help you find your next cocktails (after Daisy and h farmer friend, of course). Recipes below.Daisy Buchanan1.5 oz Gin1.5

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01:10:31

All Star Break Round Up

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/10

Let's not kid ourselves; this has been a crazy season. It's time to take a step back and take stock of where we are. With cocktails of course. Matthew is pondering things over his Summer Daze. While Ben is pontificating over his Wild Pink Gin & Tonic.On the baseball side of things the boys discuss the early draft picks of the Giants, the Giants two(!) All Stars, the state of the team at the break, before finishing by giving out grades to every player to make the major league team this year.

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30:47

Pretty In Pink Gin Drinks

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/06

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Matthew presents his mesmerizing Summer Daze, a gin and Amaro tipple tempered with lavender. Meanwhile Ben enjoys the fruits of his recent voyage to Iceland with a Wild Pink Gin & Tonic. They also discuss the bittersweet feelings of returning from vacation and present a sweet and sticky way to improve your cocktails. Recipes below.Summer Daze2 oz Gin1/2 oz Amaro Nonino Quintessentia1 oz Strawberry Shrub1 oz Lemon Juice3 Dashes Lavender Bitters1 Egg WhiteAdd all

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01:02:26

Some Guy Named Bailey

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/07/03

How do you celebrate a new iconic rookie? With cocktails of course! Ben is rejoicing with a Monkey Gland. Matthew is lauding the lad with a Frisco Sour.On the baseball side of things our bruised bartenders discuss the state of the starting pitching (opener games versus bullpen games, where is Kyle Harrison, and why the heck do the Giants keep using their starters so weirdly). Also, they anoint Patrick Bailey as the second coming of Buster Posey and discuss how injuries are the only thing we have to

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34:55

The Frisky Monkey!

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/29

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Matthew is making native San Franciscans pucker with a classic Frisco Sour. Ben is getting into old time elixirs with the forgotten classic, the Monkey Gland. They also debate which spirit they would keep above all others and then advise on how a master of one cocktail is really the master of many. Recipes below.Frisco Sour1 2/3 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Benedictine D.O.M. Liqueur1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice1/4 oz Fresh Lime Juice1/4 oz Rich Simple Syrup (2:1 Sugar to water)2

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01:04:46

Padres Padre'd And Answering Mail

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/26

Matthew goes solo on this one! Or did he? This episode delves into how the Padres keep Padre-ing and answers questions from listeners that dig deep - or not. You be the judge. On the cocktail side, Matthew is drinking a Toasted Ginger Godfather while Ben's Sidecar is back. The good news is that Ben is back from Iceland next week - or is he? Listen and find out!

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33:57

The Old Man in the Sidecar

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/22

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben pulls up with a classic Sidecar. Meanwhile Matthew saunters in with his Toasted Ginger Godfather. They also forget their swim suits while diving into when to buy large bottles vs small small bottles. Recipes below.Sidecar2 oz. Cognac1 oz. Orange Liqueur (Cointreau)1 oz. Lemon JuiceLemon peel for garnishSugar for rimSugar the rim of a chilled coupe glass. (Put sugar on a small plate. Take a lemon wedge with a split perpendicular down the middle. Run split of lemon

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01:04:37

Dodgers Suck But Matos Doesn't

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/19

Ben is in Iceland and sounds like he's in space but that doesn't stop the boys from celebrating a perfect week of Giants baseball. Matthew is drinking his Paper Plane while Ben pretends to drink his Bloody Mary. The guys talk about sweeping the Dodgers, how Luis Matos has done and how the youth infusion might play out into next year. They also talk about the injuries and isn't time to bring up Kyle Harrison?

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31:46

Paper Cuts & Vodka

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/15

Ben's in Iceland and Matthew can't do anything when Ben is gone so this episode is a couple days late. Sorry! But it's Happy Hour now and in this episode Matthew is flying in on a modern classic, the perfect Paper Plane. Ben is nursing his hangover and battered ego with a Bloody Mary. They also discuss the merits of everyone's favorite vegetable, celery! Also, tips on how to keep your bar space clean while crafting your drinks. Recipes below.Paper Plane3/4 oz Bourbon3/4 oz Aperol3/4 oz Amaro

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01:05:36

Nothing Else Matos

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/12

Luis Matos is absolutely raking in Sacramento. Surely his debut must be imminent? Probably not, but we can dream. And drink cocktails. Ben is dreaming of the future while trying to stomach his Bad Breakfast. Matthew is eagerly awaiting his Matos jersey while enjoying The Elder Flores.On the baseball side of things [the brothers] discuss the most 2023 week so far, the Joey Bart saga, and who the Giants have to trade to make room for Luis Matos. It's absolutely funsy-ating.Cocktail recipes can be

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32:01

The Elders

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/08

It's Happy Hour! This week Ben is not too proud to present the perfect way to start a Monday: with a Bad Breakfast. Thankfully Matthew is content with his complex hot gin based bouquet of flavors, The Elder Flores. The brothers also discuss their distant smokey past and give advice on the best first five bottles to put in your bar. Recipes below.Bad Breakfast1 1/2 oz Gin1/2 oz Apricot Brandy3/4 oz Lemon Juice1 bar spoon Apricot PreservesCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake 10-12

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01:02:30

Flashes of Competence

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/05

This episode is for Roger Craig, one of the greats. We'll remember you fondly. Matthew is toasting the old skipper with an original, an Holy Schmitt. Ben is raising a glass of his original, an Orange Zephyr.On the present day baseball side of things, the boys discuss whether seven(!?) rookies is enough, can they adjust to the league figuring them out, and how many of them should be sent back down when the roster crunch begins. Also, when will we see Kyle Harrison for crying out loud! (I know, no

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