Giant Cocktails: A San Francisco Giants Baseball Podcast

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben begins his month long introspective journey into bitterness with the legendary Rob Roy. It hurts so good. Meanwhile Matthew is presenting his best Old Fashioned yet, the Apple Cinnamon Old Fashioned. Drink it by the fire or enjoy it on ice cream! Also the discuss which season is the most bitter and give advice on how to avoid a batch cocktail disaster. Get in t...

Gabe Kapler has been let go and we're talking about it. But also rumor has it one of our hosts has also been sent packing. Ben is pondering his future while drinking a bright fizzy Stone Fence. Matthew is polishing his resume while enjoying his I Don't Give a Fig. On the baseball side of things our job seekers discuss the rather sudden but unsurprising dismissal of Kapler, why it had to happen, an...

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Matthew gives more than a few figs over a Fall inspired gin cocktail called I Don't Give a Fig. Meanwhile Ben is making amends by building sparkling fences with an uppity Stone Fence. They also discuss Matthew's foray into bar tending and why cutting corners is almost always OK. Also, beat boxing. Recipes below. I Don't Give a Fig (By Elissa Dunn @HellQueenCocktail...

You know what's fun? The Giants? No. Cocktails! Today Matthew is enjoying a French Pearl while Ben is having a blast with his Clearly, It's Fall. On the baseball side of things our "entertainers" discuss the Tom Verducci article about the boring state of the Giants, if there's anyone left to be held accountable in leadership if Zaidi and Kapler are safe, and the state of the team culture what hope...

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben presents a clarified milk punch cocktail called Clearly It's Fall. It's long and complicated but very much worth the effort. Meanwhile Matthew is clinging to summer with a minty French Pearl that brings hint of absinthe. They also agree on their favorite part of Fall (even though they can't agree when it starts) and tell you how to mix up your favorite cocktail...

Did you enjoy the meaningful games in Denver? They were a lot better with cocktails. Ben is coping by drinking his Horseman's Head. Meanwhile Matthew is crying into his Limon Love Affair (with Bourbon). On the baseball side of things our "believers" discuss the Giants dwindling playoff chances, the huge votes of confidence Zaidi and Kapler received from ownership, and just how fans should feel abo...

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Matthew gets involved in a Limon Love Affair (with Bourbon), a lemon forward cocktail fortified with homemade Super Juice. (We promise, it's not weird.) Meanwhile Ben continues with his fall cocktail series with a "spicy" cocktail he's calling the Horseman's Head. Also, how to make your own Super Juice and why it's OK to be cheap. Recipes below. Limon Love Affair (...

Does this regime deserve more time? Sounds like drinking talk! Matthew sides with the establishment while drinking his Strawberry Southside. Meanwhile Ben is sharpening his pitchfork while enjoying his Jack Rose. On the baseball side of things our disputants remind us that the season isn't over yet before asking how much mediocrity is enough? They discuss the lack of landing a major free agent, th...

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Ben falls all over himself while presenting the classic Jack Rose. Meanwhile Matthew stubbornly refuses to give up on summer with his Strawberry Southside. They also argue about when is the right time to say goodbye to summer and give tips on what glassware to buy and where to find it. Recipes below. Jack Rose 2 oz Applejack 3/4 oz Lemon juice 3/4 oz Grenadine Lemo...

We’re kidding, of course. The Giants are still in it! It just feels like they aren’t. Ben is managing these conflicting emotions by drinking a (Pineapple) Gin Kir Cocktail. Matthew is barely hanging on with the help of his original Summer Haze. On the baseball side of things our “believers” discuss the disappointing end to a week that started with such promise. They also discuss who is to blame fo...

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Matthew gets lost in a Summer Haze, a riff on a recipe he introduced early this summer. Meanwhile Ben goes for style and substance with his version of Martha Stewart's (?) Pineapple Gin Kir cocktail. They also discuss childhood trauma and how to make a cocktail pretty. It's all happening on Happy Hour! Recipes below. Summer Haze 2 oz Bourbon 1/2 oz Amaro Nonino Qui...

A clubhouse leader has emerged! Can he inspire the Giants to the playoffs? Matthew clings to hope being buoyed by his Ginger Rosemary Whisky Sour. Ben is all in after drinking seven of his Ben's Whiskey Sours. On the baseball side of things our believers discuss Thairo's team meeting, the recent slump of Camilo Doval, and whether rookies or veterans should be at the center of the playoff push.

It's Happy Hour! In this episode the brothers are both presenting whiskey sours in honor of National Whiskey Sour Day on the 25th of August. Ben is presenting his gussied up sour which he calls ... Ben's Whiskey Sour; very original Ben. Meanwhile, Matthew gets aggressive with his Ginger Rosemary Whiskey Sour. Also, the brothers get narcissistic on their road trips and Matthew advocates for experim...

Kyle Harrison is finally here. Will the Giants woeful offense finally show up too? Ben ponders this while drinking a Cold Brew Old Fashioned. Matthew eagerly nods his head as he downs his Paloma. On the baseball side of things our sabermatricians discuss why a discrepancy between xBA and BA may not be just a matter of luck, Gabe Kapler and his recent antics, and trying to catch lightening in bottl...

It's Happy Hour! In this episode Matthew presents the popular thirst quenching Polama and no grapefruits were harmed in the making. Meanwhile Ben is drinking a Cold Brew Old Fashion, it's dark, moody, and perfect to sip while not reading books. The hosts also discuss their pipe cleaner arms, burning people with butter and the absolute correct order to add ingredients while building a cocktail. Rec...

Wheels falling off? Clubhouse dissent? Pish-posh. Matthew is scoffing at such ideas while guzzling his Sweet Tea. Ben is waving away such negative talk while drinking a double serving of his second batch of Gin Punch. Everything is fine. This is fine. On the baseball side of things our realists discuss the return of Bruce Bochy, the absolutely woeful offense and the really good (we swear) pitching...

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 Punch 1 1/2 cups of Gin 1/2 cup of Maraschino liqueur 1/8 cup of Demerara sugar 1/4 cup of Lemon Shrub 1 cup of Wate...

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.

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 Diabl...

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...

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 Fizz...

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...

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...

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...

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 n...