2 Girls 1 Cocktail Podcast

This episode has been the cursed episode with a re-record due to poor sound quality, Andrew "getting in a car accident" (popping a tire) on the way to the first recording, our Guest Bartender, Mike Merryman, cut the tip of his pinky finger off making the drinks during the second recording and this is the longest episode 2G1C has ever put out ... but this is one of our best episodes yet! Just like...

The Moscow Mule always gives credit to the Smirnoff marketing director and bar owner with a ton of ginger beer for the creation of the drink. In this episode Melody & Bugbee shine light on the copper mug addition from Sophie Berezinsk all while enjoying this cocktail SANS copper mug. Fund out if it still tastes the same.  Recipe: Moscow Mule · 2 ounces vodka · 3 ounces ginger beer  ·...

Enjoy a special 𝙇𝙄𝙑𝙀 𝙎𝙃𝙊𝙒 for episode 43 Fuzzy Bellini, recorded at SUMMA Eatery & Taphouse.  Find out if Bugbee can make 3 Fuzzy Bellinis, as delicious as the real bartender, previous 2G1C guest bartender, Tasha. Melody found a new passion in hosting burping contests. Producer Andrew has his ups and downs with the crowd. It actually turned out to be a very fun episode.  𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒆: 𝑭𝒖𝒛𝒛...

The G&T is a classic cocktail for some 𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒚 𝒍𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒆𝒔. Well Bugbee and Melody were classy ladies until Bartender Bugbee switched up the ratio of tonic to gin. Find out if your 2 girls can mess up Producer Andrew's favorite drink.  Recipe: Gin & Tonic Liquor.com recipe · 2 ounces gin · 4 ounces tonic water · Garnish: 2 lime wheels or other seasonal garnishes you may prefer Preparation:...

For the second cocktail of Season 4, Melody and Bugbee try a "boozier Tom Collins" with the French 75. Producer Andrew learns just how much alcohol can be consumed on a podcast. Love 'em or hate 'em - The French can make a wonderful cocktail. But is the French 75 actually from France? Melody and Bugbee try their best to share this classic cocktails journey.  French 75 Recipe 1 ounce gin 1/2 o...

SEASON 4 BABY! Melody and Bugbee are back and better than ever. Producer Andrew Ingram has joined so he can, in his words "make it better". Lets see if he is right or if Bugbee will shame him into quitting.  The Tom Collins cocktail comes with controversy. Both the English and the Americans claim it as their own. Listen to each sides argument, plus some fun facts, and decide for yourself.&nbs...

Well we could not pull off an episode but here is a recording of Melody's live comedy. This was recorded at Nano 108 Brewing on Friday the 13th of May. The fun part is, there is a story about Bugbee in the comedy set. Go out and support live comedy!  Enjoy your Summer vacation - you know we will!  Theme Song by Falseyedols - https://open.spotify.com/artist/0QSWr5jz7ocpK9Hv2PVkwc?si=uEgf4...

Melody and Bugbee lose it in this one - in the best way possible. The Manhattan has ties to high society all over the world but your girls managed to trash it up a bit for you.  Manhattan Recipe: Official IBA recipe 50 ml Rye Whiskey = to 1.6907 oz 20 ml Sweet Red Vermouth = 0.67628 oz 1 dash Angostura Bitters Preparation: Pour all ingredients into mixing glass with ice cubes. Stir well. Stra...

The Mickey Finn is the most dangerous drink Bugbee & Melody have covered yet. Not just because it comes from Chicago or because it was made by Guest Bartender, Tasha Bestwina, but because the Mickey Finn is a cocktail made to incapacitate its drinker. Learn the whole story by listening to the episode.  Mickey Finn Recipe:  1 oz gin (3 cl) 1 oz dry vermouth (3 cl) ¼ oz Absinthe (6 das...

The Gin Fizz has your hosts, Bugbee and Melody, loose lipped and feeling good. Listen in as they share stories of made up old timey bartenders, Nelly lyrics and masturbation.   Meadow Grass Music Festival Link:  https://rockymountainhighway.org/ Angel Run Link:  https://runsignup.com/runwithangels-signup?fbclid=IwAR038kxQJfQrCj-L67MNQS967iRZDkBrpAiapKtmswmD9SIjm-FP8xJ2ouk Gin Fizz R...

Of course everyone thinks of Sex and the City when they hear about the Cosmopolitan cocktail. In addition to the TV show details, Melody and Bugbee found a collection of different origin stories as well as a new vocabulary word.  Bugbee even provides a captivating comparison between SATC and Nirvana.  Cosmopolitan Recipe: 1 1/2 oz Vodka Citron, 1 oz Cranberry juice, 1/2 oz Cointreau, or...

Woo Girls get ready for the Woo Woo! You can get this American cocktail as a shot or as a cocktail so you know Bugbee & Melody did both. Watch the making of the Woo Woo shot on social media!  Woo Woo Recipe  2 oz Vodka 1 oz Peach Schnapps 3 oz Cranberry Juice  Add vodka, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice to a highball glass filled with ice and stir briefly to combine.  Th...

Bugbee and Melody and so excited to invite the composer of our intro music Falseyedols aka Guest Bartender Vince. While Vince's mustache is always impressive, his late father had a mustache that he tucked behind his ears during motorcycle rides. The Salty Dog is the cocktails the two of them drank together.  Salty Dog Recipe:  1 1/2 ounces gin or vodka 3 ounces grapefruit juice, freshly...

It's a classic cocktail with a new name. No one wants anything Russian right now so Melody and Bugbee decided to change the name in solidarity with Ukraine. The origin has nothing to do with Russia and the European country it came from is surprising. Plus we also filled the episode with embarrassing stories and passive aggressive jabs at each other.  White Ukrainian Recipe: 2oz Vodka 1oz Coff...

This episode was MINT to be! The Grasshopper is a classic cocktail from New Orleans. It's green color makes it perfect for March. How many do you think Melody & Bugbee drank during the episode? Listen to find out!  Grasshopper Recipe: 1oz Crème De Cacao 1oz Crème De Menthe 1oz Fresh Cream Preparation (According to the IBA): Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake briskly a...

Baby it's cold outside so it's time for a HOT drink! Bugbee and Melody review this classic cold weather cocktail, the Hot Toddy, and it's origin might surprise you.  Hot Toddy Recipe: ¾ Cup Water 1 1/2oz Whiskey 2-3tsps Honey 2-3tsps Lemon Juice 1 Round Lemon 1 Cinnamon Stick Preparation (According to the IBA): In a teapot or saucepan bring water to a simmer. Pour hot water into a mug. Add Wh...

The Harvey Wallbanger is a glass of nostalgia for anyone that partied in the 70's. In this episode Melody and Bugbee try to bring it back into popularity. Make sure to Google the Harvey Wallbanger mascot when listening.   Harvey Wallbanger Recipe: It’s basically a  Screwdriver  with the addition of Galliano, an Italian liqueur. 1 1/4 ounces vodka 1/2 ounce Gallia...

SEASON 3 PREMIERE! Melody and Bugbee are back! They are drinking with hilarious local comedian Ceasar Gonzalez. He brought your girls his "go to" shot. Find out if it really tastes like a pancake breakfast! Breakfast Shot Recipe: 1oz Irish Whiskey .5 oz Butterscotch Schnapps 2oz Fresh Orange Juice ½ strip or 1 full strip of bacon Preparation (According to the IBA): Pour whiskey and schnapps in a s...

Bloody Merry Christmas Everyone! An OG Drinking Buddy joined Melody and Bugbee for the season finale. Peter shared the true meaning of Christmas - drinking. He has been perfecting this Bloody Mary recipe for over 15 years. Listen to the episode to find out if your Spirit Guides agree they are drinking perfection.  Peter's Bloody Mary Christmas Recipe:  The base is vodka and tomato juice,...

Melody and Bugbee get into the Christmas Spirit with a holiday classic - Egg Nog. Of course it led to sharting stories almost immediately. The dairy in the drink is made up for in interesting facts and an important origin story.  Egg Nog Recipe: ● 8oz Egg Nog ● 1 1/2 oz Rum or brandy Preparation (According to the IBA): Stir into glass and serve. Go Fund Me - Edward Ayala-Barrera Attacked...

Sangria is always a party favorite! But what happens when just 2 girls drink enough for the whole party? Listen in and also learn some fun facts and the origin story. It's a perfect all day drink for the holidays. Happy Thanksgiving from Melody and Bugbee.   Sangria Recipe: ● ½ Medium Apple ● ½ Medium Orange ● 3-4 Tbsp Brown Sugar ● ¾ Cup Orange Juice ● 1/3 Cup Brandy ● 750ml Bottle of Dry Sp...

Melody and Bugbee invited a long time drinking buddy and professional bartender Lil' Chris to class them up a bit. He tried with the classic cocktail, the Negroni, but they held on to their trashiness. Despite the ramblings and laughter this episode really does contain a rich and interesting history into a simple but memorable drink.  You can catch Chris at Principal's Office in Colorado Spri...

Instead of doing the Candy Corn shot for Halloween Melody & Bugbee picked a more classy option: Apple Cider Cocktial. Find out if your hosts have a sophisticated enough palate for this masterpiece.  Apple Cider Cocktail Recipe:  2 oz Bourbon 1 oz Apple Cider 1 oz Sweet Vermouth 1/5 oz lemon juice  1 dash orange bitters Combine the bourbon, cider, vermouth, and lemon juice in a s...

It's Bugbee's birthday episode! For some crazy reason she picked the Gimlet to showcase for her birthday. As a special treat, your hosts invited  Guest Bartender Jasmine, Bugbee's best friend since childhood. Find out what surprised us about the Gimlet and Bugbee's past!   Gimlet Recipe: Four parts Gin or Vodka One-part sweetened Lime Juice Preparation (According to the IBA): Stir the in...

This drink creeps just as much as the guys who order it. Melody and Bugbee attempt to drink 2 of the Panty Dropper Shots and barely make it through the episode. Find out what secrets come out as they tell you more than you would ever want to know about Peach Schnapps.  Panty Dropper Recipe: ½ oz Vodka ½ oz Gin ½ oz Coconut Rum ½ oz Peach Schnapps ¼ oz Triple Sec 2 Splashes Cranberry Juice 2 S...