Movie Mixology

It’s our most x-rated episode yet! This week, Movie Mixology makes the XYZ cocktail inspired by 2002’s “xXx.” Joined by special guest Riggs Brown, the hosts chat about video games, vlogging, and Vin Diesel’s catchy one-liners. Plus, Pat and Marissa make a special announcement you won’t want to miss. So, sit back (or, snowboard down a mountain) as you stream this week’s Xander-zone episode!    XANDER: "You don't have shit on me." GIBBONS: "I notice you have three Xs tattooed on the back of your neck. I think that's rather appropriate since you're looking at three-strikes. Grand theft auto, reckless endangerment, and that little bridge stunt of yours...makes you a three-time loser. Maybe you oughta call yourself 'Triple-X." But if you do what I want, I'll make all your little recent criminal transgressions go away and let you get back to that pathetic excuse of a life." XANDER: "I think maybe I should be like you...get all shot up for those stars and stripes."   XYZ recipe 1.5oz of white rum (traditional) or spiced rum works just fine 1oz lemon juice 1oz triple-sec or orange liqueur Lemon peel for garnish (optional)   Add rum, lemon juice and triple sec to a shaker with ice and shake Strain into a chilled cocktail glass Optionally garnish with a lemon peel 

It’s finally here, Dude. Movie Mixology’s most requested episode, The White Russian from 1998’s “The Big Lebowski.” Grab some vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream and join the hosts as they laugh their way through this discussion of a Coen Brothers classic. Will Pat and Marissa stop quoting the movie long enough to actually get in their shots? Listen on to find out!    INSIDE THE BEACH HOUSE The Dude is looking around at the '60's modern decor. DUDE: "This is quite a pad you got here, man. Completely unspoiled." TREEHORN: "What's your drink, Dude?" DUDE: "White Russian, thanks. How's the smut business, Jackie?" TREEHORN: I wouldn't know Dude. I deal in publishing, entertainment, political advocacy. DUDE: "Which one's 'Logjammin'?"   White Russian recipe Ice 1.5oz Vodka 1.5oz Kahlua Store-bought half-n-half   Fill a rocks glass with ice Add vodka and Kahlua Float half-n-half to the top   Spotify Song Link to "Just Dropped In" by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition: https://open.spotify.com/track/1dWvuCErtHSFAuDVzjbLeb?si=JD8nKXd5T_6WhxpiviE8kw   

This week, @momixpod talks “Crazy, Stupid, Love,” a 2011 film featuring the Vodka Cranberry cocktail. While sipping their juicy drinks, Pat and Marissa discuss the movie’s clever plot points and undeniable chemistry between its leading stars. Between nitpicks, Dirty Dancing, and Michael Scott comparisons, the hosts cover it all. And who knows, they might even work 2010’s indie rock music into the conversation... Listen on to find out!!🎸🍸   INT. BAR - LATER Cal sits at the bar, drinking away his sorrows. He’s disheveled, a bit wobbly. BARTENDER approaches off-screen. BARTENDER: "Another vodka cranberry?" CAL: [not realizing]: "Sorr- What?" BARTENDER: [louder]: "Another vodka cranberry??" CAL: "Oh! Yeah...Yes. Thanks."   Vodka Cranberry recipe 1-2oz vodka Cranberry juice 1/2oz Lime juice Optional: Lime for garnish   Add 1-2oz vodka into a glass filled with ice. Top with cranberry juice and add lime juice. Stir. Optionally garnish with a fresh lime wedge.  

This week’s episode of Movie Mixology features three different battles. Vampires vs. Lycans. Critics vs. Fans. Marissa vs. Patrick. Just kidding about that last one. Or, are we? Tune in as Patrick and Marissa drink The Ultimate Bloody Mary inspired by 2003's “Underworld.” The hosts agree that the vampire outfits are killer, but will they concur that the movie’s special effects have stood the test of time? Listen on to find out! 🧛‍♀️   SINGE: "Even at the cellular level, our species seemed destined to destroy each other. That is, until we found Michael. The Corvinus strain allows for a perfect union. A triple-celled platelet...which holds unspeakable power." VIKTOR: "There can be no such union. And to speak of it is heresy". SINGE: "We'll see...Once Lucian has injected himself with Michael's blood." VIKTOR: [whispering] "Lucian is dead." SINGE: [smirking] "According to whom?"   Ultimate Bloody Mary Recipe  Original Recipe by Dylan Garret: https://www.winemag.com/recipe/best-bloody-mary-recipe/  We took inspiration from this recipe and added beef jerky sticks, tajin on the rim and more scallions as garnishes :)     

Join the @momixpod family circle of trust and listen to this week’s episode on 2000’s "Meet the Parents." Pat and Marissa are joined by special guest, Ashley Thomsen, as they enjoy gin-based Tom Collins cocktails. Cat catastrophes, lost luggage, and woodworking wonders take center stage in this week’s discussion. Sit back, relax, and get ready for a hilarious time!     INT. BYRNES HOUSE - A FEW MINUTES LATER Greg enters the room wearing a turtleneck sweater that is clearly Jack's. JACK: "Shirt fit okay Greg?" GREG: "Oh, fantastic. Thanks Jack." JACK: "Good. Tom Collins coming up." Greg ignores this and begins exasperatedly whispering to Pam. GREG: "You know, I wish you hadn't told your parents that I hate cats!"      Tom Collins Recipe 2oz gin 1oz lemon juice 0.5oz simple syrup (OR replace syrup and lemon juice with 1.5oz Sweet & Sour mix)  Add ingredients to a Collins glass. Top with ice and club soda, then stir. Optionally garnish with lemon slice and maraschino cherry

It’s Suntory time. It’s @momixpod time. And, it’s the hosts’ first time... watching 2003’s “Lost in Translation.” Join Pat and Marissa as they drink Suntory Whisky and talk Tokyo, travel, and tenderness. For relaxing times, be sure to stream this week’s episode of Movie Mixology. 🥃   For those wondering, we're enjoying Suntory Toki:  https://whisky.suntory.com/en/na/products/toki    The excited Director says more in Japanese. Translator nods in understanding. Bob doesn't really know what's going on. TRANSLATOR: "Like an old friend, and into the camera."  DIRECTOR: (to Bob) "Suntory Time!" They get ready, and roll camera. Bob turns and looks suavely to the camera: BOB: "For relaxing times, make it Suntory time."    

"Beer is for breakfast around here, drink or be gone." This week, Pat and Marissa watch a movie about working man aristocrats, Jamaican waterfalls, and get-rich-quick schemes. The movie is 1988’s “Cocktail” and the drink is tomato flavored beer (a.k.a. the “Red Eye”). Listen on to hear these hosts discuss just how much Tom Cruise’s character is addicted to love, slam poetry, and never learning from one’s mistakes.   FLANNIGAN: "Coughlin's Law?" COUGHLIN: "Douglas Coughlin, logical negativist. Flourished in the last part of the 20th century. Propounded at set of laws that the world generally ignored...to its detriment. Me. Ever work behind the bar?" FLANNIGAN: "My uncle's in the business." COUGHLIN: "You know how to make a "Red Eye," mister...what's your name?" FLANNIGAN: "Brian Flannigan."   Red Eye recipe Pour 3/4 bottle of Miller High Life or other light beer into a glass Top with Tomato juice Optionally garnish with any or all of the following: -Black Pepper -Tabasco Sauce -Vodka Do not stir.

What do jazzy tunes, New York, and best friends have in common? They’re all featured in 1989’s “When Harry Met Sally...” Join Pat and Marissa as they discuss Rob Reiner’s classic rom-com in celebration of Valentine’s Day. The hosts mix an original concoction - the "Jazzy-O" - and discuss the film's great comedic bits and the everlasting charm of Nora Ephron's hilarious script. Spread some love MoMixers!   SALLY: "Why? Most women, at one time or another, have faked it." HARRY: "Well, they haven't faked it with me." SALLY: "How do you know?" HARRY: "Because I know." Sally stares, then smirks and grabs a nearby napkin. SALLY: "That's right. I forgot. You're a man." HARRY: "What is that supposed to mean?" SALLY: "Nothing. It's just that all men are sure it never happens to them and most women at one time or another have done it, so you do the math."   WhoWhatWear Fashion article: https://www.whowhatwear.com/when-harry-met-sally-style  Meg Ryan article from Elle: https://www.elle.com/culture/movies-tv/g7884/when-harry-met-sally-anniversary/    Jazzy-O recipe In a cocktail shaker filled with ice mix the following ingredients: 1oz Kahlua  1oz Vodka 1oz Amaretto 1oz Bailey's Irish Cream OPTIONAL: Substitute 0.5oz triple sec for Irish Cream 1.5oz Heavy Cream Shake all ingredients and strain into an old fashioned glass with ice Add one drop of pink food coloring and stir Garnish with a maraschino cherry    

This week, @momixpod mixes The Queen Elizabeth Cocktail, inspired by 2008’s "Quantum of Solace." While the hosts point out that Casino Royale’s sequel is anything but classy, they certainly agree that Dame Judi Dench is the true royal inspiration behind this week’s episode. As they sip their tart drinks, Pat and Marissa discuss why Quantum sticks out as a disappointing moment in an otherwise exceptional Craig-era run. Will the hosts ever be able to put their bitter feelings and comparisons to Casino Royale aside? Will their biases allow them to give Quantum a fair shake? Listen on to find out!   BOND: "You know, I was just wondering what South America would be like if no one gave a damn about coke or communism. It's always impressed me the way you boys have carved this place up." FELIX: "I'll take that as a compliment coming from a Brit."  Leiter takes a swig of the cheap beer the bartender has laid in front of him. BOND: "Are you sure you're playing with the right side?" FELIX: "Regimes change once a week down here. Medrano'll be no dirtier than the next guy."   Queen Elizabeth recipe: 1.5oz dry vermouth  1oz Benedictine 1oz lemon or lime juice   Throw all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake for 20 seconds or so. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and optionally garnish with lemon or lime twist.     Lessons from the Screenplay YouTube video about Casino Royale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GdBnwXLJdI&t=4s 

Longing to get away? Travel to wine country with Pat and Marissa on this week’s episode of Movie Mixology! Join these amateur sommeliers as they drink Pinot (sans Merlot) and discuss "Sideways," a 2004 dramedy starring Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church. Share a glass with the hosts and uncork topics such as the pros and cons of unlikable protagonists and the slice-of-life nature of the 'dramedy' genre. Are the hosts’ opinions about the movie as full bodied as the wine? Listen on to find out!   They clink and drink. JACK: “Man! That's tasty.” MILES: “That’s 100% Pinot Noir. Single vineyard. They don't even make it anymore.” JACK: “Pinot Noir?” MILES: [Drinking and driving]: “Mm-hmm.” JACK: “Then how come it's white?” MILES: “Oh Jesus. Don't ask questions like that up in wine country. They'll think you're some kind of dumbshit.”     Pinot Noir recipe: 1. Buy a bottle at your local grocery or liquor store 2. Uncork and let breathe 3. Pour and enjoy!  

This week, Movie Mixology "mash potatoes" through an episode on 1980's "The Blues Brothers." John Landis' SNL-comedy classic never fails to put a big grin on these hosts' faces. Or, maybe that's just the delicious Orange Whips? 🍊 Pat and Marissa will get into all the musical shenanigans of Akroyd and Belushi's titular soul band, discussing topics such as the difficulties of being professional musicians and the memorable renditions of American rhythm and blues songs. So, get out your favorite pair of dancing shoes and come along with us for another fun episode!    MR. MERCER: (to Troopers) "Who wants an orange whip? Orange whip? Orange whip? (to a nearby Officer) Three orange whips!" Jake and Elwood make an Entrance. On stage, Curtis spots Jake and Elwood and gets the all clear to start the intro.   Orange Whip recipe 1oz white rum 1oz vodka 0.5oz tripe sec 4oz Orange Juice 2oz Heavy Cream Combine all ingredients into cocktail shaker with crushed ice and shake Strain into Collins glass or milkshake glass and garnish with orange slice     Recipe from "How to Drink": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ca7UoDT5TKo  Great article on filming of the movie: https://www.thedailybeast.com/dan-aykroyd-on-how-cocaine-fueled-the-blues-brothers-and-aretha-franklins-iconic-performance     

Jump into a neon-green Alpha Romeo with Pat and Marissa for this week's action-packed episode of Movie Mixology! This week, the hosts drink dark red Negronis and attempt to tackle Michael Bay's 2019 extravaganza, "6 Underground."  The hosts harp on the movie's thin plot, lame characters, and over-the-top soundtrack. Are the spectacles such as Hong Kong skyscrapers, billionaire yachts, and impressive stunt-work enough to keep viewers interested? Listen on to find out.   Rovach approaches the bar. ROVACH: "Martini. Stirred. Not 'shaken'. Stirred." One glances at the bartender's knife, then back to Rovach. ONE: "What's your opinion? [to bartender] "I'll take a Negroni. Just poured." The bartender, Arianna, looks back at One and smiles.    Negroni recipe from "The Complete Bartender" (1990) by Robyn M. Feller -  1oz gin 1oz Campari 1oz sweet vermouth 1. Fill mixing glass with ice 2. Add gin, Campari and vermouth and stir 3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with lemon twist if desired

Join Movie Mixology as the hosts say "aloha" to 2020 and "aloha!" to 2021 in the first episode of the new year! To kick things off, Pat and Marissa have a tropical-drink infused conversation on one of the funniest "Apatow-esque" comedies of the late '00s - "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" (2008). While much has already been said about this movie's cast of comedy legends, this pod will cliff-dive to deeper depths by discussing the double standards of nudity in comedy films and the prevalence of the phrase "unrated" in the genre. "Mahalo" as always for listening and happy belated New Year!   EXT. RESTAURANT - DAY The Waiter approaches Peter's table, with a cocktail on a serving tray. WAITER: "Sir. Morning Mai Tai?" PETER: [smiling] "You know what? I actually will not be having an alcoholic beverage this morning."   Mai Tai recipe: 1oz white rum 1.5oz sweet and sour mix .5oz orgeat syrup .5oz triple sec or cointreau Mix ingredients in cocktail shaker over ice and shake Pour into glass filled with ice and garnish with an orange and Maraschino cherry.

'Tis the season for Movies 🎥, Mixology 🍸, and McClane ❄️! Join the hosts of Movie Mixology and special guest Dom Dorsa for a holiday-themed discussion on 1988's Die Hard. Christmas Music and Champagne Cocktails abound in this final episode of 2020. Grab a firehouse and swing into the New Year with @momixpod. Thank you all for listening this year and Happiest Holidays to everyone 🎄.   Check out Dom's podcast - "College Football Family Hour": Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2h12bCzlFwRNBLKx2GxJx4?si=UNhbTa1QQxKqSywJKLpSoQ Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-football-family-hour/id1534510830    TAKAGI: "I want you to meet John McClane. Holly's husband. Holly's policeman. Ellis is in charge of International Development." ELLIS: [sniffing]: "I've heard a heck of a lot about you." McClane smirks. MCCLANE: "Missed some." Ellis quickly wipes away the excess cocaine from his nose. TAKAGI: "Can I get you anything? Food, cake, uh, some watered-down champagne?" MCCLANE: "No thank you. I'm fine." [glances back at Takagi from Holly's desk] "You throw quite a party."     Champagne Cocktail recipe: Pour into a glass over ice 1 oz Brandy or Cognac (we used 1889 Royal Vs brandy) A dash of bitters (we used Fee Brothers Cherry Bitters) 3/4 oz of sugar or simple syrup (we used corn syrup) Stir contents of the glass Top with champagne and garnish with Maraschino cherry if desired

This week on Movie Mixology, your hosts take a trip back to '99 as they mix Long Island Iced Teas and discuss "Cruel Intentions." Who knew that the recipe for this episode's featured cocktail contained no tea whatsoever? Marissa sure didn't. Indeed, this episode features a 'symphony' of discovery, laughter, and 90's angst you won't want to miss. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the show!   SEBASTION (to Aunt Helen): "Aunt Helen, why don't you head in and whip us up some of that ice tea of yours? I'll tend to Annette." AUNT HELEN: "All right. You two don't get into any trouble." SEBASTION & ANNETTE (in unison): "We won't!"   Long Island Iced Tea Recipe: https://www.liquor.com/recipes/long-island-iced-tea/   

G'Day Movie Mixology Fans! The results of our first fan poll speak for themselves... A whopping 76% voted for 2003's Kangaroo Jack - our first movie set in the Southern Hemisphere! Many people, including Pat and Marissa, hold a soft spot in their hearts for this controversial and critically panned film. This week, your hosts drink "Kangaroos" as they discuss the movie's Bruckheimer-isms, falsely-advertised premise, and 'wild' acting performances. So, strap into a Jeep, don your lucky red jackets, and hop into the land down under with us! 🦘   NARRATOR (CHARLIE CARBONE): "Australia...'The Land Down Under.' Rugged, remote, inhospitable and dangerous. Home to 20 million kangaroos. But there is one who is more elusive and clever than all the rest. And his name...is Kangaroo Jack."   Kangaroo Cocktail recipe: https://tipsybartender.com/recipe/kangaroo-cocktail/  VICE article interviewing Jerry O'Connell: https://www.vice.com/en/article/4xe83m/jerry-oconnell-looks-back-on-his-worst-movie-kangaroo-jack 

*Jack Torrance voice* Here's MOVIE MIXOLOGY!!!🪓 This week, join Pat and Marissa as they drink Jack Daniels and discuss the 1980 horror-classic, "The Shining." Together, the hosts toast to Kubrick's cinematic vision, Nicholson's wild tongue, and Danny's iconic sweaters. Redrum, anyone?   JACK: [glancing around at the completely deserted bar then seemingly to no one] "A little slow tonight isn't it?"  JACK laughs manically. Suddenly, where there was once an empty bar, stands Lloyd, the bartender.  LLOYD: "Yes, it is Mr. Torrance. What'll it be?" JACK: "Well I'm awfully glad you asked me that, Lloyd, because I just happen to have two twenties and two tens right here in my wallet.  I was afraid they were going to be there until next April. So here's what: you slip me a bottle of bourbon*, a little glass, and some ice. You can do that, can't you Lloyd? You're not too busy are you?" LLOYD: "No sir, not busy at all."   *Yes, we are aware that Jack Daniels is self-classified as a Tennessee Whiskey, distinct from "bourbon," but the scene clearly shows a Jack Daniels bottle. Here's a great video from Whiskey Tribe that essentially reflects our views as well (starts around twelve minute mark) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCBnLTwrpAs    Native American Destruction interpretation: https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/style/1987/07/12/kubricks-shining-secret/a7e3433d-e92e-4171-b46f-77817f1743f0/  Rob Reiner's Nicholson Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSvIJ5Ftve8  ASC Mag's article on The Shining: https://ascmag.com/articles/flashback-the-shining     

Start your day off right with the latest "Inspired By" episode of Movie Mixology! 1993's "In the Name of the Father" is a powerful and bittersweet film that demands a comparable beverage to enjoy along with it - the Irish Coffee. Listen as Pat and Marissa discuss the brilliant performances of Daniel Day-Lewis and Pete Postlethwaite, as well as the film's effectiveness in mixing genres. Does this prison/courtroom/war/drama movie hold up nearly 30 years later? Stream now to find out!    GARETH: [shouting over the protests of the Appeal Prosecutor] "And by God, you've got your blood, Mr. Dixon." APPEAL PROSECUTOR: "Mrs. Pierce is making a political speech. This is outrageous." GARETH: [ignoring him] "You got the blood of Giuseppe Conlon, you got the lifeblood of Carole Richardson, and you got 15 years of blood sweat and pain from my client, whose only crime was he was- he was...bloody well Irish!" JUDGE: [banging on his gavel] "Silence in the court!"     Irish Coffee recipe from Food Network: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/original-irish-coffee-recipe-1915164

TRIVIA TIME!!! First question - What's the best podcast episode out this week? Answer - Movie Mixology's new episode on 2018's Game Night! This week, the hosts venture for the first time into R-Rated comedies and weigh in on the current state of comedy movies, in general. Will Pat and Marissa stop laughing long enough to explain their triple shots?? Listen on to find out!   MAX [to Bartender]: "Sir! Excuse me. Hi." ANNIE [also to Bartender]: "Barkeep." MAX: "Totally forgot to order drinks." ANNIE: "Yes uh... Could I please have a vodka tonic?" Max looks at Annie in disbelief. MAX: "Well done, honey. [to Bartender] I'm gonna have a Harvey Wallbanger. Okay? Appreciate it." The Bartender looks at him, annoyed. Then goes to make the drinks.   Harvey Wallbanger -  1.5 oz Vodka 1/2 oz Gaillano 3 oz orange juice - Add vodka and orange juice into a glass over ice and stir. - Add Gaillano - Garnish with orange slice and maraschino cherry if desired. Recipe from: https://www.liquor.com/recipes/harvey-wallbanger/

Come fly with us for the 8th Episode of Movie Mixology! A few years before James Bond was ordering martinis, Cary Grant was defying death - and smugly drinking Gibsons - in Hitchcock's 1959 thriller, North by Northwest. The hosts talk about the film's similarities to the spy blockbusters of today, the prevalence of hilarious irony, and the incredible set-pieces that hold up over a half-century later.    STEWARD: "Cocktail before dinner?" THORNHILL: "Yes, please. A Gibson." STEWARD: "Right away." He goes off. Thornhill takes up the menu, studies it. The girl raises her eyes, studies him. He looks up, catches her glance. She quickly looks down. He glances down at the menu again, then looks up at her. She glances up, catches him, and he looks away. Now she looks away. Then they both look up at each other at the same time and meet head on. They smile.  THORNHILL: "Well - here we are again."  Gibson recipe: Add 2 1/2 ounces Gin (we used Gordon's) and 1/2 ounces Dry vermouth  (we used Martini & Rossi) to a cocktail shaker with ice and stir.  Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a cocktail onion.    GQ Article about Cary Grant's suit: https://www.today.com/popculture/cary-grant-s-gray-suit-tops-movie-clothing-list-wbna15295247