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Everyday Drinkers Episode 44: Stout Beer Again

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:08:27 PST

We’re bringing out some stouts again, this time we’ve got more tasters including an injured Dave. This episode is reasonable and length and unending funny. We’ve got everything from regular stout to chocolat stout, how can you go wrong?

Everyday Drinkers Episode 43 – Barenjager Cocktails

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:09:47 PST

It is bärenjäger time, honey liqueur is in the spotlight for this episode of Everyday Drinkers audio show. We’ve got Luke, Doug and Derrick hosting the episode and cracking back a few sweet “bärenfäng” recipes.

Bee Breeze

1 oz. Bärenjager
1 oz. Chambord
Dash of Pineapple Juice
Fill with Cranberry Juice

Honey-Nut Cheerio

1/2 oz. Barenjager
1/2 oz. Hazelnut liqueur (ie. frangelico)
1/2 oz. Irish Cream
Milk to taste

Doug had the opportunity to try the D.O.A.

Everyday Drinkers 42: Summer Cocktails

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:35:57 PDT

We’re back with vengeance, tapping into the summer time cocktail scene. We’re doing it “common man” style utilizing mixes and instant cocktails to see if they stand up to the real thing. Derrick brings two of his recipes to compare against the likes of a TGI Friday’s cocktail mix and the Jose Cuervo instant margarita, Luke brings the Hurricane and what the hell is Skinny Girl? Dave’s a skinny girl inside he said…

Everyday Drinkers 41: BarelyWine

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:01:32 PST

Here we go, time to bust into something with a bit of alcohol. Barelywine is a brew that can knock your socks off in many directions from hops to intense alcohol and sometimes off-dry finishes. The almighty Barelywine gives you an example of some really intense brews that fit by themselves in their own category.

We’ve got Victory to Pugsly, a Sierra Nevada brew, stuff from Brooklyn Brewing (Monster) and more. Do you like Barleywine?

Everyday Drinkers 40: Scotch Bar Hopping

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 14:23:06 PST

Recorded as “episode 39,” this is really episode 40. Luke and Mike hit the bar to do a scotch tasting on the fly, Derrick’s back at home base recording the show as they taste (and tasting his own). They hit The Royal Mile in Des Moines dressed in… suites? Yeah, they’re suiting up and really standing out at the table.

A few of the scotches covered: Dalwhinnie 15 Year Single Highland Malt, Highland Park, 15 Year Single Malt, Glenfiddich 15 Year Single Malt. Cutty Sark Blended, Johnnie Walker Black (12 year), Dewars White Label Blended, bunnahabhain 18, springbank 15, glenlivet 17.

Everyday Drinkers 39: Pale Ales

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 16:17:28 PDT

Pale Ales, one of the most predominant American brews, usually in the form of the famous “IPA.” We’re sampling a bunch of unique brews from Samuel Adams, Carolina Pale Ale, Fire Rock Pale Ale, UFO Pale Ale, Double Dog Pale Ale and, of course, Sierra Nevada.

What’s your favorite Pale Ale?

Everyday Drinkers 38: Red Ales

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:03:21 PDT

This week we’re busting out some red ales and reviewing them up while going through a bit of what we’ve done this summer while away. The red ales in question include Killian’s Irish Red, Harpoon Leviathan Imperial Red, North Coast Red Seal Ale and a custom home brew.

Come along with us on the wild red trip.

Everyday Drinkers 37: American Mass Market Beers

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 25 May 2010 07:43:33 PDT

Miller Genuine draft to Budweiser, Steel Reserve, Michelob Light, Coors and more. We’re tasting American mass market beers to see if we can find a defined difference between the brands and having a good time doing it. While the episode isn’t full of new discoveries it was a great time doing it and should provide a little entertainment during your day.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Special: Interview with Bobby Gleason

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 04 May 2010 13:04:51 PDT

Bobby Gleason, also known as Bobby G. in the bartending and mixology industry. Master Mixologist for Beam Global Spirits and Wine. He travels the world, training bartenders, staff and educating the world on some of the Beam Global brands. In 2008 he set a world record for the most cocktails made in an hour–he created 253 cocktails with at least 3 ingredients in them… in an hour.

Learn how to mix the best sour mixes, tips on creating large batches of cocktails for parties and a few tips about buying products that have marketing labels like premium, ultra-premium, super premium… what do we buy?

Here is a video with Bobby Gleason:

Everyday Drinkers 36: Porter Beer

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 21:17:58 PDT

This week we’re exploring Porter, a nice dark brew with some maltiness, a bit of hop bite and a rich history that is often mingled tightly with that of a Stout. From American Porter’s to English Porters, we’re trying to tackle them all in one session.

What beers are we drinking? Here are a few samples: Duck Rabbit Porter,Thomas Creek Porter, Sierra Nevada Porter, Samuel Smith Tadcaster (Taddy Porter), Flying Dog’s Gonzo Imperial Porter, Michelob Porter, Templeton Rye Porter, Boulevard Bully, Sam Adams Honey Porter and many more.

Everyday Drinkers 35: Michelob Craft Beers

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:05:05 PST

This episode we’re drinking brews from the macrobrewery Michelob, a part of Anheuser Busch. We’re drinking Michelob Amber Bock, Michelob Pale Ale, Porter, Belgian style wheat, Hop Hound, Ultra Pomegranate Raspberry and Winter Bourbon Cask Ale. With a good cross-section oif Michelob brews, we’re able to give you some good tasting notes and information on Michelob from a beer drinkers perspective.

Got beer?

Everyday Drinkers 34: Shiraz/Syrah Red Wine

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 13:39:31 PST

We’re coming together to drink some red wine, however, only two of us are actually wine drinkers so it gets interesting. We’re drinking Syrah, Shiraz red wine while discussing our thoughts and being stupid. However, nobody gets more out of control than Luke, who finishes his entire bottle of wine by the end of the show. Who do you think gets a call from his mom before the end of the episode?

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 33: Brown Ale Rewind

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:18:41 PST

Once upon a time we covered Brown Ale‘s on the show on November 26th 2007, one year ago today. It’s been a few years since then and we’ve learned a lot, found some friends that share the brown ale experience and wanted to re-cast this episode in stone. This episode covers more brown beers than ever before with a cast ready to consume them and laugh while doing it.

We’re covering: Abita Turbodog, Sam Smith Nut Brown Ale, Smuttynose Old Brown Dog, Newcastle Brown Ale, Brooklyn Brown Ale, Harpoon Brown Session Ale, Sam Smith Nut Brown Ale, Pig’s Ear, Sabego Brown Ale and a few others.

This episode we have Luke (our podcast producer) and Mike from BeerGeno.me to bust through some brews with us.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 32: Hard Cider

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:12:57 PST

This episode covers all there is about hard cider, the alcoholic beverage of fruity proportions. This episode covers Woodchuck Amber, J.K.’s Scrumpy Hard Cider – Farmhouse Organic – Orchard Gate Gold, Samuel Smith’s Organic Cider, Strongbow Dry Cider, Woodpecker Premium Cider, Harpoon, Magner’s, Woodchuck Dark & Dry, Granny Smith and Pear.

If you’re into the beer conversation we rant about during the show, checkout Mike’s Beer Genome Project and their podcast.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Special: Henry Preiss Interview and Cocktails

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:46:25 PDT

Henry Preiss President and CEO of Preiss Imports and has become exposed to many of the mixology greats. He’s been in the business for 35-years and we were lucky enough to give him a call and learn everything we could from the spirit, cocktail and mixology industry. If you’re a cocktail enthusiast, this is a must listen interview.

If you’re an everyday drinker, there is knowledge ahead to entertain and enhance your mind. It’s still a must listen interview! Once you hear this interview you’ll never use sour mix again.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 31: Oktoberfest

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:11:05 PDT

As of September 19th, a significant yearly event has started: Oktoberfest. We couldn’t be a proper drinking podcast if we didn’t take the time out of our busy schedules to sit down with a few seasonal brews and talk about it. We’re primarily drinking Märzen style beers but we expand beyond the boarders of Germany and kick back with some US styles as well.

Beers in this episode include: Flying Dog Dogtoberfest Märzen, Leinenkugel Oktoberfest, New Belgium Hoptober Golden Ale, Millstream Brewing Co. Oktoberfest Lager, Victory Festbier Oktoberfest Seasonal, Mendocino Fall Seasonal Autumn Lager (Märzen Style), Samuel Adams Oktoberfest Seasonal, Shipyard Pumpkinhead Ale, Paulaner Oktoberfest Märzen, Spaten Oktoberfest – Ur-Märzen and Bluemoon’s fall seasonal. Is that enough? Yeah, that’s good.

For more on styles of beer and in-depth reviews checkout The Beer Genome Project.

Everyday Drinkers Special: Scotch Whisky with Keith Law

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:15:38 PDT

Keith Law is a master blender at Diageo and has been in the industry since 1979. Keith was happy to sit down with us for almost an hour telling us about Scotch, the industry and a few of the great qualities of a fine scotch. What makes a single malt and what makes a blend? Find out all the details in the interview!

Read on for his full biography.

Master blender Keith Law began his career in the Scotch whisky industry in 1979 when he joined the Quality Control Laboratory at Caledonian Distillery in Edinburgh. Keith’s career began not in malt whisky but in grain whisky, where he worked closely alongside his father at this renowned grain distillery.

A sensory specialist in the whisky industry, Keith spent 12 years as part of the management team at Carsebridge Technical Centre, responsible for quality for all grain distilling and specialised areas of malt distilling. The primary focus of this role was around optimisation of distillery yields, flavour profiles and distillery performance; A large part of this role involved the nosing of new make spirit.

In 2007, with the formation of Diageo’s European Technical Centre, Diageo’s Master Blenders have joined together to become one team. Keith’s role within the technical centre as a Master Blender is varied. He is heavily involved in the development of new whisky products with end to end responsibility from cask selection through to overseeing production of pre-market launch bottlings.

Since joining Diageo, Keith has worked at each of Diageo’s 27 malt distilleries and 2 grain distilleries. His roles have been heavily focused on all aspects of sensory analysis allowing Keith to develop significant insights into flavour creation, blending and a deep understanding of the effects of oak on maturation, cask structure and wood physiology.
After nearly 30 years in the “land of whisky flavour”, Keith is often asked to use his experience by providing Spirit Mastery support to various mentoring programmes within Diageo and is an intrinsic part of a team of the most respected whisky blenders in the world.

Keith originally hails from Edinburgh in Scotland but now lives in the central region near Stirling. In his spare time he enjoys playing rugby, scuba diving and walking through the beautiful scenery of Scotland with his wife and two young daughters.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 30: BBQ Cocktails

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:55:02 PDT

It’s that time again folks and we’re wishing summer just wouldn’t end, talking about the history of the BBQ and bringing up our own favorite BBQ cocktails. Beer, champagne, cocktails and more, we’re giving it all a go this week.

Lion Stout Imported (from Sri Lanka), Cristalino Meodo Tradicional BRUT, Blue Moon, Sam Adams Lager, a Dark N Stormy and the Tequila Sour. This is gonna be a good time.

Special thanks to guest Mike from Beergeno.me for helping us out with the BBQ cocktails and the SNICKER SALAD

Everyday Drinkers Special: Ice Wines with Kevin Karl

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:42:14 PDT

If you’re curious about ice wines this is the interview to stimulate your ear drums. We’re talking with Kevin Karl who breaks down the concepts of ice wine from history to regulations and reputations. What makes a good ice wine, what is the VQA and what regions are famous for ice wines. Kevin Karl can be found representing Inniskillin and Jackson-Triggs ice wines.

What makes an ice wine so rare and costly? Listen on to know it all.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Special: Canadian Club Interview

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 18:49:25 PDT

This week we’ve been blessed with an opportunity to talk with Dan Tullio, the Brand Ambassador of Canadian Club whiskey. If you’re looking to truly educate yourself on the whiskey, the process, what water does to a whiskey and how to best prepare your palate for a tasting, this is a must listen episode.

Damn right your dad drank it, Canadian Club has a rich history at a good price point with a willingness to sit down with us and teach us the ways of whiskey.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 29: Whiskey

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 22:24:11 PDT

We’re leaving scotch to the history books and moving on to Whiskey from other areas of the world. We’re hitting Ireland, Canada and the United States with some tasty brands including: Brave Spirits First In Whiskey, Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Michael Collins Blended, Michael Collins Single Malt, Canadian Club Classic 12, Canadian Club 10 Year, Maker’s Mark, Wild Turkey, Jamison and others.

Yeah, we’re hitting the whiskey hard but we’re learning a lot in the process; hopefully everyone can take something away from the episode and, if nothing else, a little bit of laughter.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Special: Brave Spirits Interview

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:21:43 PDT

Brave Spirits is a US based producer of Gin, Whiskey, Rum and Vodka. This Pennsylvania start up donates $2.00 on every sale to the men and women of uniform from policy, firefighter to military. You can visit their homepage at bravespirits.com, friend them on twitter @bravespirits and/or fan them on FaceBook.

Hope you enjoy the interview with Brave Spirits!

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 28: Pilsner Beer

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 09:58:05 PDT

Pilsner beer or “Pils,” a refreshing and approachable beer style. There are a few unique styles of Pilsner and we hit a wide variety of the pils style including: Blue Paddle by New Belgium, Brooklyn Pilsner, Miller, Warsteiner and the original pilsner Pilsner Urquell.

We’ve got a great number of guests on this episode, one of which shows up a bit “tipsy.” However there is a great balance between knowledge and unabashed comedy. If you’re confused on some of the references in the episode, it’s all revealed in the 17+ minutes of outtakes!

Also checkout Mike’s “Luke’s Roomate” podcast at http://beergeno.me/

Everyday Drinkers Podcast: Interview with Riazul Tequila’s Inaki Orozco

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 21:07:27 PDT

The Tequila industry is growing at a rapid pace and we’re seeing new brands entering the market every week. What can a brand do to separate itself from the other premium tequilas and how can they build momentum with the cluttered shelf space at retail stores? Stand tall, be unique and build relationships with individuals one person at a time.

Riazul is one such company and Inaki Orozco and his team are showing us how a modestly priced tequila can compete against those with $100+ price tags. To learn more about Riazul checkout MixDrinkipedia.com, Riazul’s website and join their Facebook Fan Page. By the end of this episode you’ll know all there is to know about the heavenly Agave, what classificaties a tequila and some great tasting properties of Añejo and Silver Riazul Tequila.

Hopefully you enjoy this special interview episode and stay tuned for our next podcast later this week covering Pilsner beers.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 27: Gin

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Thu, 28 May 2009 22:08:18 PDT

This week Doug and I tackle this podcast on Memorial Day weekend. We covered a few gin brands in the show including: Bombay Sapphire, Tanqueray, Seagram’s Extra Dry Gin, G’Vine Flourason, Tanqueray, New Amsterdam, Brave Spirits Standing Guard Gin and G’Vine Nouaison.

The show covers the sights, smells and sounds of the aromatic gin product and we discover sometimes price doesn’t equal quality.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 26: Mojito

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 22:46:00 PDT

It’s spring here in the United States, leading us to summer we figured we’d open up with a good Mojito episode. We’re exploring different styles of rum, new brands and muddling up a storm of chaos.

If you’re looking to make some classic Mojito’s, this is the episode for you. Oh, and we talk a bit about Pirates too! We learn a bit about Doug and his love for the Mojito.

Everyday Drinkers 25: Scotch Whisky

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:35:43 PDT

Welcome to the latest edition of the Everyday Drinkers Podcast, episode 25 in which we cover Scotch Whisky. Two of us are whisky drinkers, the other two.. not so much. We’re diving head first into Dalwhinnie Single Highland Malt, Chiva’s Regal Premium Blended, The Glenlivet Single Malt, Dewar’s White Label, Dalmore, Glenfiddich Special Reserve, Johnnie Walker Red Label and Black and Cragganmore.

We’re trying to hit up the entire island! That’s what you do in a drinking podcast I guess.

Everyday Day Drinkers 24: Pot Luck Beers

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:16:17 PDT

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!! This episode is special, it’s the first episode where we stick with a light theme of finding something in your fridge to drink and talk about it. While we intended to handle Scotch one of our co-hosts was sick so we found an alternative plan: drink beers.

With the economy in the toilet, hopefully we’re going to bring a silly spark to your day and make you laugh for a few minutes. Enjoy!

Content from the episode includes: This episode is special, it’s the first episode where we stick with a light theme of finding something in your fridge to drink and talk about it. While we intended to handle Scotch one of our co-hosts was sick so we found an alternative plan: drink beers.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 23: Box Wine

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:29:12 PST

This episode we’re going to put aside the wine snobbery and give boxed wine a try. We cover a great selection of box wine and tetra-pak’s while keeping it real.

There is a time and a place for all styles of wine in all types of containers. We’re here to give you some examples, explain a little about the history of boxed wine and give our opinions on the higher end and lower end of box wine. From Franzia to French Rabbit and Central Coast to Vendange, Hardy’s and more

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 22: Ice Wine (Eiswein)

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 06:47:32 PST

The latest edition of our drinking podcast involves discovering the sweet after dinner wine known as Ice Wine, or Eiswein in Germany. It’s a style that has been around for ages but is rarely talked about or known about in the industry.

Why? Ice Wine is only available when the conditions are right and the region can sustain its high demands. This week, we’re helping you discover the magic of Ice Wine.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 21: Pucker and Schnapps

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:35:57 PST

This edition of the drinking podcast focuses on Pucker and all its varied “deep” flavors. We also hit on a few other schnapps styles from Dekuyper and mix up a few tasty treats. We discover all the sweets and sours of the Pucker family of beverages; we’ve got strawberry, sour apple, luscious apple, raspberry, butterscotch, watermelon and more!

We’re hoping to get at least one more episode out for the holidays, we’ll see how that goes.

A few recipes we tried in the episode or wanted to try:

Apple Puckerita
.5 part Pucker (Apple)
.75 part Tequila
Dash o’ Lime Juice
.5 part Sweet/Sour Mix.
Shake and Strain into margarita glass (with ice)

Appletini
1 part Pucker (Apple)
1 part Vodka
.5 part Sour Mix
Shake and strain into chilled martini glass

Cherry-Beri Margarita
1 part Pucker (Cherry)
3 part Tequila
2 part Lime Juice

Caramel Candy Apple Martini
3 parts Sour Apple Pucker schnapps
3 parts butterscotch liqueur
1 part triple sec

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 20: The Thanksgiving Special

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:59:00 PST

This week we’re celebrating thanksgiving with a whole ton of creative drinks from the team. We’ve got brandy and eggnog, limonchello, beer, gewürztraminer white wine, Bordeaux red wine and more.

What better way to celebrate Turkey day than with an alcohol you love?

We’d like to wish everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving with your friends, family and all those you love. Many of us celebrate this time of year with food and spirits, please be sure to be responsible on your travels home, don’t drive under the influences of alcohol – we want to see you safe home and ready to listen to your latest podcast.

Enjoy!

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 19: Port Wine

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:48:07 PST

This episode we’re covering porto’s, ports, port wine and all the names for the Portuguese after dinner drink. We’re pleasantly surprised by our findings and even Dave can’t deny the drink even though he hates red and white wines.

Everyone who’s looking for a sweet after dinner digestivo should look into a nice Port.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 18: Stout

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:00:48 PDT

This week Doug and I are carrying the show alone, but we’re doing it with a rich creamy stout! We’ll cover seven unique stout styles such as Guinness, Ipswitch Oatmeal Stout, Sam Smith’s Imperial stout and other such variants including a milk stout and double chocolate stout.

Definitely a tall order for just the two of us on the graveyard shift.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 17: Sake

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 08:13:37 PDT

This episode we’re taking a look at an age old beverage, Sake. We look into what makes a Sake, what type of styles one can experience and our impressions on the Japanese beverage.

While Sake has been around for thousands of years, a few of us on the drinking podcast have never had it. First time impressions and opinions make the corner stone of this episode.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 16: Brewing Beer

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:56:46 PDT

This episode we tap into Doug’s knowledge and experiences from brewing beers; we’ll cover boiling wort, carbonation, top and bottom fermenting and all the ins and outs about beer brewing.

If you’ve always wondered what it’s like to brew your own beer or how long it takes to prepare and get the job done, this is the episode for you!

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 15: Summer Beer

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 19:55:07 PDT

This episode covers all things summer in the beer catalog, from ales to lagers to creamy hippie beers which require constant refridgeration. We take a look at the history of the summer ale in comparison to other seasons and listen to Doug tell us why he hates beers with lemon taste.

We also talk about my new PongAlong.com beer pong table! If you love a refreshing summer beer or just want to hear a bunch of people pretend to know what they’re talking about, listen on.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 14: Martini

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:19:29 PDT

This week we cover classic gin martinis, dirty martinis, vodka martinis, peartinis, pre-made martini mixes and the chocolate vodka martini. If you’ve been wondering about the history of martini and what it’s all about and, perhaps, if you think you might be interested in the crazy high class concepts of the martini, this is your episode.

If you just like crazy antics and stupid comedy, still a good episode. One of the best so far!

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 13: Mexican Beer

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:16:36 PDT

This episode we cover Mexican beers including Corona Extra, Pacifico, Modelo, Carta Blanca, Dos Equis and others. We discover the beauty of the lime and also realize a few things about Mexican beers that you may only notice when you try them all at the same time!

Everyday Drinkers Podcast 12: Malt Liquors

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:22:02 PDT

Perhaps the silliest thing we’ve done thus far, Doug has the great idea to do a podcast on malt liquors, 40s, ghetto wines and other cheap drinks. So, we’ve picked up Thundebird, Smirnoff Ice, Olde English 800, Boones Farm, Hurricane High Gravity, Orange Driver and the good ol’ Colt 45.

All in all, we probably collectively spent $15.00. The end result is a proof positive that malt beverages are not for the faint of heart or…sober.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Episode 11: Tequila

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 16:28:09 PDT

This episode we cover a variety of Tequila and dispel some rumors about the worm and explain the depths of 100% de Agave.

From Cuervo Gold to Cavalino Reposado, we’re looking at the cheapest, the most expensive and the best of brand. You’ll get a sense of tequila’s taste and quality by experiencing our exploration of Cuervo Especial, Partida, Cavalino, Cabo Wabo, Patron, Hornitos, El Tesoro, Don Julio and others.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Episode 10: Spring Ale

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Thu, 15 May 2008 17:36:36 PDT

This episode covers Flying Dog Garde Dog, Dogfish Head Black & Blue, Smuttynose Hanami Ale, Harpoon Hibernian Spring Seasonal, Blue Moon Rising Moon Spring Ale and Otter Creek Spring Ale.

We’ve also got a special guest, Zach, who goes through his uber pilsners and other Virginia local brews.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Episode 09: Amaretto

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 19:10:59 PDT

This episode we cover all things Amaretto. The two brands are Amaretto di Amore and Disaronno Originale. We welcome our podcast producer Luke Leidal for this episode as he’s not a beer drinker and dislikes wine.

We concentrate a bit more on the lovely liqueur and create a few mixed drinks: Boccie Ball, Silverlake Slip, 747, Italian Sunset, Amaretto Stoned Sour and mention the Alabama Slammer.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Episode 08: Belgian Style Beer

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:03:31 PDT

This drinking podcast covers Belgian Styled beers, including Abbey Ales, Blond Ales, Lambics, Ambers and more. This includes Grimbergen, Pomme Lambic, Hoegaarden, Duvel, Westmalle, De Koninck and others.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Episode 07: Vodka

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:41:58 PDT

This episode we open our eyes to the distilled spirit, vodka. Why is it 40% alcohol, what are its origins and ask the question, which vodka do you buy? From Christiana and Tito’s Handmade Vodka all the way down to a $5 bottom shelf vodka run through a Brita filter.

Everyday Drinkers Podcast Episode 06: Liqueur

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:12:35 PST

This episode we tackle liqueur in all forms all in one podcast. What? Yeah. It was a rough night. From the light lemon taste of Averna Limoni Di Sicilia to the black natured Starbucks coffee liqueur. We’ll also make a short stop at Jagermeister vill along with Grand Marnier, Gran Gala, Southern Comfort, Disaronno, Goldschalger, Drambuie and a ton of other tasty liqueurs.

This was definitely a podcast you only do once, no man should suffer this many sweet liqueur tastes in one sitting let alone three.

Everyday Drinkers Episode 05: Winter Ale

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 19:17:58 PST

This episode of our drinking podcast covers a variety of winter ales, mainly from our fine friend Doug. While a few of us pick a winter ale to talk about, Doug tries to collect them all. You’ll see one of us loves Samuel Smith while another may think it’s just too skunky to call a great brew.

Learn a bit about winter ales, malts, malt beverages and why a Colt 45 isn’t a winter ale.

Everyday Drinkers Episode 04: Merlot

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:26:53 PST

This episode of the Everyday Drinkers podcast covers the glories of Merlot, a fabulous red wine. We’re drinking Ravenwood Vintners Blend 2004, Clos du Bois Merlot (2000), McManis Merlot and Cellar No. 8 2004 Merlot.

You hate red wine or wine in general? So does Dave, you’ll hear his impression of a drink he doesn’t like.

Learn a bit about Merlot and grapes, have some fun. Contact us with comments!

Everyday Drinkers Episode 03: Brandy

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 20:49:43 PST

This episode of the Everyday Drinkers podcast covers the glories of Brandy, or Brandywine. We’re drinking Remy Napoleon VSOP, Christian Brothers Brandy VS, Torres 10 Imperial Brandy and E&J Limited XO Release Brandy.

Learn a bit about Brandy, have some fun. Contact us with comments!

Everyday Drinkers Episode 02: Brown Ale

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 18:24:35 PST

This episode we cover Brown Ales in all their glory. However, between 3:30 seconds to roughly 35 minutes there is some static which we could not remove due to a recent bug in Leopard and the mixing hardware.

This episode we’re sporting Abita Turbo Dog, Samual Smiths Nut Brown Ale, Harpoon Brown Session Ale and Old Brown Dog Ale.

Everyday Drinkers Episode 01: RUM

dschommer@everydaydrinkers.com (Derrick Schommer) — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 10:42:43 PST

Our debut episode is ready for download! Episode one is entitled Ho Ho Ho And A Bottle of Rum and Coke and we discuss all the magic of Rum in all its shapes and size.

What are we drinking? Captain Morgan Private Stock, Goslings Black Seal, Appletons Reserve and Ray and Nephew Overproof rum.

We start by first describing to you the differences between a light rum, gold (amber) rum, spiced rum, flavored rum, overproof and the almighty premium rums. Once you’ve got a handle on that we cover our mixed drink recipes for the week. Podshow PDN {podshow-0dc3bc26c98ef851a8a7e53dc6eee027}