S2 Ep200: Neat! Last Call: Midori
This is our final episode of Neat. Thank you all so much for listening.
May 29, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 200
Neat! The Boozecast
Neat! The Boozecast is a podcast devoted to the odd, entertaining, and sometimes highly conflicted history of alcohol. Join us every Friday for new episodes, and check out our youtube companion videos for special recipes!
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S2 Ep199: Neat! Licor 43
This week on Neat! we're investigating a vanilla-noted liqueur that dates back to the Carthaginian Empire! Join us as we learn all about the history of Licor 43, and how to mix it with everything from coffee to a margarita. Cheers!
May 17, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 199
S2 Ep199: Neat! Tuaca
This week on Neat! we're going all the way back to the Medici court to learn about the spirit that powered the Renaissance (supposedly anyway); Tuaca!
May 09, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 199
S2 Ep199: Neat! Retsina
This week on Neat!, we're learning all about Retsina; an ancient wine flavored with resin that's making a surprising international comeback just in time for Spring!
Apr 30, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 199
S2 Ep198: Neat! The Pimm's Cup
Spring is here, and that means it's time for a Pimm's Cup! Join us as we delve into the history of both the booze and the cocktail designed for the warm days of spring.
Apr 20, 2024•41 min•Season 2Ep. 198
S2 Ep197: Neat! The Michelada
Warmer weather means cold drinks, and no better refreshing beverage for a hot day than a michelada! Join us as we learn the history of this beer cocktail just in time for spring.
Apr 10, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 197
S2 Ep196: Neat! The Complex History of the Daiquiri
The Daiquiri is a simple drink with a long and complex history. Let's get into it on this week's Neat!
Apr 03, 2024•35 min•Season 2Ep. 196
S2 Ep195: Neat! A Brief History of the Straw
From the the very origin of civilization, humans have sought out ways to have little sippies. That's right, straws have always been with us, but they've gone through many upgrades, and are an environmental hot topic. Learn all about the straw on this week's Neat!
Mar 21, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 195
S2 Ep194: Neat! Beer Cheese
Two of mankind's greatest creations; beer and cheese. But what if they were one? This week on Neat! we're exploring the origin and unique history of beer cheese. Cheese! er..Cheers!
Mar 06, 2024•34 min•Season 2Ep. 194
S2 Ep193: Neat! Sotol
This week on Neat! we're delving into the history of Sotol, a sort-of cousin to agave with an amazing flavor and cultural importance.
Feb 28, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 193
S2 Ep193: Neat! Bärenjäger
This week on Neat! we're learning all about the bears and the bees as we discuss the sweet honey liqueur Bärenjäger.
Feb 21, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 193
S2 Ep192: Neat! The History of the Hip Flask
From ancient pilgrims to victorian gentlemen, the flask has been satisfying humanity's thirst for centuries. To find out all about it listen to this week's episode of Neat!
Feb 02, 2024•39 min•Season 2Ep. 192
S2 Ep191: Neat! Chambord and the French Martini
This week on Neat! we're discussing the 80's classic not-tini, the French Martini, and it's iconic ingredient Chambord. Cheers!
Jan 26, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 191
S2 Ep190: Neat! The Brooklyn Cocktail
This week on Neat! we travel around Teylor's favorite borough of NYC tasting all the variations on a classic made in its honor. Cheers!
Jan 23, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 190
S2 Ep189: Neat! Happy 2024!
This week on Neat! we're reviewing our favorites drinks, facts, and spirits of the year.
Jan 13, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 189
S2 Ep188: Neat! Rosolio and Italicus
This week on Neat! we discuss a relatively new product on the market with ancient roots. If you're a fan of bergamot, this one is for you!
Jan 06, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 188
S2 Ep187: Neat! The Legend of Laphroaig
This week on Neat! we're preparing for the longest nights of the year with something special to warm us up, scotch! And not just any scotch, but one of the most well-loved single malts in the world, Laphroaig!
Dec 29, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 187
S2 Ep186: Neat! Advocaat
Want a rich seasonal beverage but bored with egg nog? Check out this week's episode where we learn all about Advocaat!
Dec 12, 2023•39 min•Season 2Ep. 186
S2 Ep185: Neat! All About Baileys
This week on Neat! we're getting you ready for the colder weather with everyone's favorite cream liqueur, Baileys!
Nov 28, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 185
S2 Ep184: Neat! Lambrusco
Can't decide between red wine or bubbles? You don't have to! This week on Neat! we discuss the long history of one of Italy's greatest exports; Lambrusco.
Nov 13, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 184
S2 Ep183: Neat! The El Diablo
This week on Neat! we look at the history of a devilish tequila drink, the El Diablo!
Nov 07, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 183
S2 Ep182: Neat! Passion Fruit Liqueur
This week on Neat! we look at the origins of passion fruit liqueur and investigate one of the more scandalously named cocktails.
Nov 02, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 182
S2 Ep181: Neat! The History of Kümmel
This week on Neat! we explore a lesser known liqueur with a unique history, kümmel! If you're a fan of caraway and cumin, this one's for you.
Oct 23, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 181
S2 Ep180: Neat! Maker's Mark
This week on Neat we peel back the red wax seal and learn all about one of America's most iconic bourbon brands; Maker's Mark!
Oct 16, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 180
S2 Ep179: Neat! What Would Jimmy Buffett Do?
On this week's episode, we pay homage to the founder of Margaritaville himself. Get your bubbles up and your booze in the blender and join us in honoring the one and only Jimmy Buffett
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 179
S2 Ep178: Neat! The Queens Park Swizzle
Last week we talked cocktails inspired by Trinidad, this week we're heading there! (In our imaginations, anyway) Join us as we discuss a lesser known cocktail format, the swizzle, and its most famous incarnation!
Sep 19, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 178
S2 Ep177: Neat! High Angostura Cocktails
This week on Neat! we look at a unique modern cocktail build, expressed in both the Trinidad Sour and the Trinidad Especial. Fan of angostura bitters? These drinks are for you!
Sep 11, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 177
S2 Ep176: Neat! The Chartreuse Shortage
Are we really running out of our beloved monk-made spirit, Chartreuse? This week on Neat! we get to the bottom of the shortage.
Aug 05, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 176
S2 Ep175: Neat! The Raines Sandwich
This week on Neat! we look into the booze-adjacent history of the world's worst sandwich. You thought Cuomo chips were bad?
Jul 27, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 175
S2 Ep174: Neat! The Bramble
This week on Neat! we're making Brambles, the fresh and fruity cocktail perfect for the summer heat.
Jul 20, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 174
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