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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

31:09

A Bitter Unholy Wind

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/06/01

It's Happy Hour! In the episode Matthew gets bitter and a little bit apocryphal with his original cocktail (Un)Holy Schmitt. Meanwhile Ben breezes in with his Orange Zephyr, a cocktail built from the hidden fruits of his bar to celebrate the unofficial start of summer. They also discuss the flexible power of bitters and forget what day it is. Recipes below.(Un)Holy Schmitt2 oz Bourbon1/2 oz Benedictine1/2 oz Amaro Nonino1/4 oz Demerara Syrup2 dashes Angostura Bitters2 dashes Peychaud’s BittersOrange

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01:05:59

You Gotta Like These Optimists

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/05/29

The optimists were right! This team is kind of good. Matthew is rejoicing with his cocktail, a Psycho Killer. Ben is pouting (optimistically) over his oddly named Red Headed Farmer.On the baseball side of things, our idealists discuss the changing of the guard at shortstop, how Giants are a good baseball team after an infusion of youth, and finish with a review of the ever impending roster crunch.Cocktail recipes can be found in the show notes for the previous episode.

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37:12

Red Headed Killer

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/05/25

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben finally returns to rum and his ancestral farmer roots with a delightfully delicate Red Headed Farmer. Matthew goes crazy with an all spirit cacoa and banana infused Psyco Killer. They also different ways to relax without a cocktail and just what to do with bottle of liqueur that just won't leave. Recipes below.Red Headed Farmer1 1/2 oz Rhum Agricole1 oz Ginger liqueur3/4 oz lemon juiceCombine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake for 10-12 seconds. Strain

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01:02:31

Rising Prospects

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/05/22

The youth movement is finally here! It has our hosts crying like babies after a home run. Matthew's tears of joy are falling into his Banana PB&J. Ben is bawling around gulps of his Porto Flip.On the baseball side of things our weepers talk promotions of prospects, including Bailey, Matos, and Brown. Also, the Padres, Mets and Cardinals are Padre-ing, the veteran hitters are hitting, and the kids are having an impact. Are playoffs back on the table? Maybe. Maybe not.Recipes for the cocktails can

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33:31

The Banana Flip

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/05/18

It's Happy Hour! In this episode we're serving our first dessert cocktails. Matthew presents the Banana PB&J. It's sweet, decadent and crust free! Ben is breaking his diet with a Porto Flip. Heavy on the cream, heavy on the port and heavy on the calories. Also, the discuss tips on how to shake your shaker and what Matthew does behind closed doors.Banana PB&J1.5 oz Peanut Butter Whiskey1/4 oz Banana Liqueur1 oz Lemon Juice3/4 oz Orgeat1 Bar Spoon of Strawberry Preserves1 Egg WhiteFreeze Dried

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59:28

A Schmitty Team

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/05/15

Can Casey Schmitt pitch? Asking for some friends. It's been a unkind first quarter of the season. Ben is taking solace in his "diet" cocktail he's called the Fuzzy Mint. (Fuzzy?) Matthew is staring into a Banana Old Fashioned, looking for any sign of optimism.On the baseball side of things the boys discuss the state of the team after a quarter of the season, the wisdom of the 7 man "rotation", the rise of Casey Schmitt and whether younger players can make this team watchable.Cocktail recipes can be

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32:04

Banana Mints for Mom

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/05/11

It's Happy Hour! In this episode a hangry Ben keeps it light with a refreshing Fuzzy Mint that is perfect for a liquid diet. Matthew presents a rich and robust Banana Old Fashioned perfect for cheat day. In honor of Mothers Day, they discuss the most memorable advice they received from their mother. Spoiler alert: memorable does not mean good. Recipes below.Fuzzy Mint2 oz gin1/4 oz simple syrup2-4 oz club soda4-5 Cucumber coins5-8 mint leaveslime wedgeExtra cucumber coins and mint leavesSpring of

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01:06:06

The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/05/08

Thairo Estrada, Michael Conforto, Cal Stevenson. What do they have in common? They're all Giants and that's about it. Matthew is celebrating the diversity while drinking a Bronarmy Navy. Ben is appreciating the balance while drinking a Charlotte's Web.On the baseball side of things they discuss the great starts of Estrada & Wade, the horrific starts of Conforto & Haniger, and then lift the rocks and point at all the ugly things no one else wants to talk about.Cocktail recipes can be found in

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30:54

Artichoke Smoke

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/05/04

It's Happy Hour! The brothers are recreating (and improving?) restaurant cocktails. Matthew chokes on a Cynar and Orgeat cocktail called Bronarmy Navy. While Ben get’s tangled in the smoke of a Charlotte's Web. Come along as they shamelessly steal from their betters. Cocktail recipes below.BronArmy Navy2 oz Bourbon1 oz Lemon Juice3/4 oz Cynar3/4 oz OrgeatPinch of SaltAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake for 10 seconds. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.Charlotte's Web1

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57:42

The One Where Matthew is Right

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2023/05/01

And yes, Ben is wrong. Matthew is celebrating his victory by drinking his Matcha Made in Heaven. Ben is brooding into his Long French Kiss. On the baseball side of things, the brothers have a big debate about Rule 5 Draftee Blake Sabol, ponder just when we'll know how good the 2023 Giants are, and make casual jokes about baseball at 7200 feet elevation.Cocktail recipes can be found in the show notes of the previous episode.

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28:56

Heaven in a Collins Glass

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/04/27

It's Happy Hour. Matthew is blesses us with the Matcha Made in Heaven, a divine blend of matcha and gin. Ben gets passionate with a Long French Kiss, a refreshing spin on the French Connection. They also discuss prom night for some reason. Ben solves all your problems, simply by adding water. You're welcome. Cocktail recipes below.Matcha Made in Heaven2 oz Gin1 oz Lime Juice3/4 oz Agave Syrup10 mint leaves1/2 tsp Matcha Powder2 oz Club SodaFirst muddle mint leaves with agave syrup. Add remaining

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01:05:23

A New Hope

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/04/24

We've got a winning streak! Bring in the overly optimistic sloshcastlers. Ben is singing the Giants praises while drinking Just a Peach. Matthew scoffs at the naysayers with a Scofflaw.On the baseball side of things our mic-soakers ask if Saturday and Sunday were signs of things to come, the improving bullpen, and the rehab stints of Mitch Haniger and Austin Slater.Cocktail recipes can be found in the show notes of the previous episode.

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28:38

The Scofflaw and the Peach

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/04/20

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben presents a bourbon and creme de peche cocktail while trying to convince us that sometimes a peach is Just A Peach. Matthew takes direct aim at the U.S. constitution with the classic Scofflaw. Also, Ben and ChatGPT coin news words for a growing class of sinfluencer.Just A Peach1 1/2 oz Bourbon1/2 Creme de Peche3/4 oz Lemon Juice1/2 oz Simple SyrupCombine all ingredients in a shaker. Shake 10-12 seconds. Dirty dump into a rocks glass. Garnish with brandied

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01:04:42

Offensive Defense

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/04/17

Can anyone hit the lefties?! Never fear, the boys are practicing their swings but it's thirsty work. Matthew is slaking his thirst with a Blake Sabol inspired Fernet Sour. Ben is chugging a Vesper Martini while icing his shoulders.On the baseball side of things our season citizens discuss the ineptitude against left handed pitching, the faltering bullpen, and ponder just how bad is the defense.For cocktail recipes, please see the show notes for the previous episode.

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31:29

A Fernet Shower at Vespers

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/04/13

It's Happy Hour! In this episode, Matthew crafts a Fernet Sour, which definitely doesn't have V8 or mouthwash. Ben stirs up a Vesper with the versatile Lillet blanc making its debut on the show. Also: super power legal advice, and how to make friends with bartenders.Fernet Sour1 oz Fernet-Branca1 oz Green Chartreuse1 ozlime juice1 oz Simple SyrupAdd all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime

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01:00:47

Waiting for Patrick Bailey

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2023/04/10

We hear you dig the long ball. Well so do we! It's the strikeouts that are hard to swallow. Ben is forcing them down with an Orange & Black cocktail. Matthew is chasing them with a Scorpion Kick.On the baseball side of things the brothers discuss the all or nothing approach of the offense, the catcher carousel and when it will stop on Patrick Baily, and wrap things up with their second impressions of the season so far.For cocktail recipes see the description from the previous episode.

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30:55

Orange & Black Scorpion Attack

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/04/06

It’s Happy Hour! Ben brews up a coffee and rye Old Fashioned he's calling an Orange & Black in honor of the Giants home opener. Matthew boots up a Scorpion Kick in a callback to our 100th episode. Things get a little icy before they chill with their cocktails. Recipes below.Orange & Black1 oz Rye Whiskey3/4 oz Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur1/4 oz Orange Liqueur2 Dashes orange bittersGarnish with orange twistAdd all the ingredients together in rocks glass. Add a large ice cube. Stir. Express orange

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01:03:19

41Ks. Nothing Like It

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/04/03

Well, that could have been worse! The important thing is that baseball has finally arrived! Ben is celebrating with his Orange You Glad It's Not Tiki cocktail. Matthew is drinking his Orange in the Bronx. One the baseball side of things the brothers discuss weird roster shuffles, the Giants offense grim start, and give first impressions of key players: how's Conforto doing? Does Camilo love the clock? Is Black Sabol the second coming of Mike Trout?Drink recipes can be found in the previous

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31:13

Orange You Glad It's Opening Day

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/03/30

It’s Happy Hour! More importantly, it’s Opening Day! Matthew is paying homage to the Giants and giving a nod to the home team with his modified classic “Orange in the Bronx”. Meanwhile Ben is also celebrating the Giants and giving a nod to his Tiki roots with his “Orange You Glad It’s Not Tiki”. Mix them both up while you sit back and watch (or listen!) to the Giants take on Arson and the Yankees. Recipes below.Orange in the Bronx1 1/2 oz Gin3/4 oz Sweet Vermouth3/4 oz Orange Liqueur (Grand

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01:12:15

2023 Roster Breakdown

Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast ·

2023/03/27

Tuck in folks, this is a long one! The boys are breaking down the roster today and it's thirsty work. Matthew is slaking his thirst with a Switchblade cocktail. Ben is quaffing his final Tiki cocktail, the Scorpion.On the baseball side of the things the brothers break down the likely roster position by position. Who won the catcher battle? How many more squeezes do Haniger and Conforto have left in them? How good is the Giants pitching staff?To learn more about the cocktails in today's episode,

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