S2 Episode 10: Cocktails with Friends Hotline - Seasonal Flavors, Sober Treats, And Drink Shaking Tricks

Cocktails With Friends

In this "Hotline Edition" of Cocktails with Friends, Bob Cutler takes listener questions straight from the community! From crafting the perfect cocktail to impress a future father-in-law to spicing up Halloween treats for parents, Bob provides expert advice and personal insights on cocktail-making for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party, preparing a special dinner, or just looking for the perfect drink to pair with oysters, this episode has all the tips you need. Plus, you'll hear about a signature cocktail worthy of any bourbon lover.

Do you have a question for the Cocktail Hotline? Call or text Bob at 207-814-0177.

Main Topics:

• Crafting the perfect scotch cocktail for an important family moment

• Halloween cocktail ideas for parents handing out treats

• Non-alcoholic drink alternatives for sober guests

• Bourbon cocktails for festive occasions

• The art of shaking drinks and perfecting ice technique

Key Insights:

Scotch and cranberry bitters make an excellent Old Fashioned for impressing a future father-in-law during a heartfelt moment.

Offering warm cider cocktails with whiskey and spiced rum can turn Halloween night into a fun treat for adults.

Shaking a cocktail properly is an art—knowing when your ice has reached the right level of dilution can elevate your drinks to the next level.

Episode Index

[00:00] – Introduction to Hotline Edition and listener questions

[00:30] – Crafting a scotch cocktail to impress a future father-in-law

[02:00] – Halloween cider cocktails for parents handing out treats

[03:30] – Non-alcoholic drink options for sober neighbors

[05:10] – Bourbon cocktails for a festive surprise birthday party

[07:00] – The perfect cocktail to pair with oysters for a special dinner

[08:30] – How to shake cocktails properly and tips on ice usage

[09:50] – Closing thoughts and hotline reminders for listeners