Kayla and Taylor discuss Kelly Barnhill’s 2022 novel When Women Were Dragons. Topics include societal restrictions for women, unabashed feminism, and the awesome power of libraries. Also, a wee tangent on the 2012 election…
This week’s drink: Tom Collins via liquor.com
INGREDIENTS:
2 ounces London dry gin1 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed1/2 ounce simple syrupClub soda, to topGarnish: lemon wheelGarnish: maraschino cherryINSTRUCTIONS:
Add the gin, lemon juice and simple syrup to a Collins glass.Fill with ice, top with club soda and stir.Garnish with a lemon wheel and maraschino cherry (optional).Current Reads and Recommendations:
Wanderlust: An Eccentric Explorer, an Epic Journey, a Lost Age by Reid Mitenbuler
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Here is the beverage recipe for the upcoming episode if you want to drink along with us!
City of Stars via Bevvy
INGREDIENTS:
1 oz Gin1 oz Sweet Vermouth1 oz Campari1 barspoon St. Elizabeth Allspice DramOrange twist, star anise, or cinnamon stick for garnishINSTRUCTIONS:
Add all ingredients except garnish to a mixing glass with ice and stir until chilled.Strain into an Old-Fashioned glass over fresh ice.Garnish with an orange twist, star anise, or cinnamon stick and serve.