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Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseBooze Battle - "Anime Characters and Cocktails"Send a textSparkly moonlight, cotton candy clouds, and a snap of flame—our Anime Booze Battle brings big fandom energy to the bar. We have each crafted original cocktails inspired by Sailor Moon, One Piece’s Gear Five Luffy, Fullmetal Alchemist’s Roy Mustang, and a nod to Sword Art Online’s Black Swordsman Kazuto Kirigaya. Then was argue, laugh, and debate our way to a winner.First up, Sailor Moon gets a radiant makeover with a yuzu-forward gin and tonic. Empress Gin brings the purple hue, edible glitter channels that iconic transformation sequence, and a da...
2026-02-1047 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseRocket Rankings - "Bourbon Tasting 2"Send us a textTen bourbons, one table, all the hype, and no mercy! Andy M., Chris, and Josh join Matt for another bourbon extravaganza! We lined up everything from a $20 Bottled-in-Bond workhorse to beloved Buffalo Trace labels, a sleeper single barrel, a stave-finished Maker’s Private Selection, and a cask strength closer—and let the flavors fight it out. With four palates in play, we tracked nose, finish, drinkability, and real-world use cases to answer the question that actually matters: which bottle should you reach for, and why?The ride starts with contrasts: Bib & Tuck...
2026-01-061h 01
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseChristmas Trivia and Name That Tune 2025Send us a textA frosty glass, a warm toast, trivia, and a roomful of music nerds trying not to cry-laugh over a slide whistle—our holiday special brings the good stuff. We start with a cookies-and-cream Sugarlands concoction and buttery-nipple shots poured into Matt's Grandpa’s vintage shot glass set, then raise a heartfelt toast to departed friend. From there the energy jumps: holiday music trivia, name‑that‑tune chaos with student recordings, and a chord-progression challenge that reveals how deeply these carols live in our bones.We dig into the stories behind the songs wi...
2025-12-161h 10
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseOrange Dreams and Sugerlands Distilling Sippin' CreamsSend us a textA special thank you to the Sugarlands Distilling Company for sending us 4 jars of their sipping create and a bottle of High Rock Vodka!Andy, Rob and Siobhan join Matt to line up four Sugarlands Sippin’ Cream flavors—Orange Dream, Peanut Butter, Birthday Cake, and Eggo Waffles Brunch in a Jar—taste them straight, then put them through a cocktail gauntlet to find out which is our favorite! First, we break down the flavor profiles and texture surprises: Orange Dream smells like a melted creamsicle with a vanilla glide, Peanut...
2025-11-1132 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseLights, Camera, Spirits! "Are You Afraid of the Dark?"Send us a textStrike a match, pour a fall old fashioned, and settle in for a Halloween watch-along that blends 90s chills with grown-up sips. Andy, Chris, Rob, and Siobhan join Matt and cue up two Are You Afraid of the Dark standouts—The Tale of the Shiny Red Bicycle and The Tale of the Ghastly Grinner—and unpack why these kid-friendly scares still hit.We start at the campfire with SNICK nostalgia, TV ratings lore, and a shout to the show’s practical-effects roots, including the SFX lead who later racked up Emmys for a...
2025-10-211h 13
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseRoll for Cocktail Part 2 "The Dice Taketh Away"Send us a textChris, Josh, and Siobhan join Matt as fate takes control of the cocktail shaker in this hilarious second round of our drink-based Russian roulette. Armed with nothing but dice and questionable courage, Matt and friends submit themselves to the whims of chance as they roll for cocktail ingredients that no sane bartender would ever combine.The dice show no mercy as rolls produce increasingly apocalyptic combinations: a shot mixing gin, pickle juice followed by a curdling science experiment and a unanimously reviled tequila martini with pickle juice.Through grimaces...
2025-09-1632 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseRoll for Cocktail Part 1 "The Dice Giveth"Send us a textPrepare to enter a tavern where fate determines what's in your glass! In this hilarious and chaotic episode, Chris, Josh, and Siobhan join Matt to play "Roll for Cocktail," a Dungeons & Dragons-inspired drinking game where dice decide every element of their drinks—from base spirits to garnishes.The adventure begins with dramatic character introductions worthy of a fantasy campaign before explaining the rules of this perilous drinking quest. Armed with multi-sided dice and one precious re-roll each, our heroes face the prospect of everything from pleasant combinations to nightmare concoctions featuring Cl...
2025-09-0233 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseHDWGB - "Orange Crushes and Fish Stories"Send us a textChrista, Josh, and The Fish join Matt to explore how the first sip can transport you back to great memories. From a campfire, to the bar that saved a girls' weekend in Ocean City, or back to college hallway where your nickname was born in the craziest way possible."A good drink can be an experience, and a good experience can call for a good drink," sets the tone for this journey through our most memorable beverage moments. Christa brings her Orange Crush to the table. The discussion naturally flows to h...
2025-08-0540 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseThink or Drink? - $5 MTV Music TriviaSend us a textArmed with nothing but a $4.99 MTV Throwback Music Party Game from Five Below, Josh, Rob, and Siobhan join Matt and dive headfirst into a chaotic game of music trivia that tests our musical knowledge and performance skills across decades. Players have just 15 seconds to name songs containing specific words, perform interpretative versions of hit tracks, or recite lyrics from memory – all while the pressure of the timer makes previously obvious answers completely disappear from our minds. By the end, it's clear I may have paid to much for this game!The ni...
2025-07-081h 02
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseThink or Drink? - "Harry Potter TriviaSend us a textReady your wands and prepare your potions as Christa, Chris, Josh, and Siobhan join Matt to embark on a magical journey through the wizarding world with an epic Harry Potter-themed trivia night. This butterbeer-fueled showdown transforms our regular "Think or Drink" game with special Hogwarts-inspired power-ups like the Marauder's Map and the Pensieve, allowing players to access behind-the-scenes movie facts or explore the differences between the books and films.The competition quickly heats up as Chris reveals himself to be a walking Potter encyclopedia, prompting the others to form an alliance...
2025-06-031h 00
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseBar Chat: "Invertase Brewing Company - Beer, Trains, and Musical Refrains"Send us a textEver wonder what happens when science, celebrities, and craft beer collide? Welcome to Invertase Brew Company in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, where every pint comes with an extraordinary tale! Our conversation with owner Steve Zolnay reveals how a Father's Day homebrew kit led to a family-owned brewery founded by a biochemist, and a mechanical engineer. The scientific precision behind their brewing process creates remarkably balanced and approachable beers that have earned a devoted following.What truly makes this episode special are events that take place at Invertase and Steve's incredible s...
2025-05-0655 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseThink or Drink? SPECIAL EDITION - “Spot the Fake”Send us a textAndy, Josh, and Rob join Matt for a riotous episode, as we play a trivia game that tests our ability to identify fabricated names among genuine, albeit ridiculous, real-world counterparts. Get ready for the inappropriateness! The game comes with high stakes – each incorrect answer means spinning our shot spinner to determine our fate. With tequila, bourbon, vodka, and the infamous Malört lurking among the options, strategic gameplay becomes crucial as points dwindle and shot glasses empty.From athletes with unfortunate names like "Fair Hooker" and "Harry Colon" to craf...
2025-04-081h 03
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseBar Chat - "Lebowski's Kool-Luah Coffee Liqueur"Send us a textAndy, Josh, and Siobhan join Matt to take a sip of nostalgia with Monica and David Kowalski, the creative duo behind Lebowski's Kool-Luah coffee liqueur and Lebowski's Tap Room in Colorado Springs. Monica shares how she's been crafting this remarkable coffee liqueur since she was just eight years old, using her late father's recipe from the 1970s that has now become an award-winning spirit taking the cocktail world by storm.As we sample White Russians and espresso martinis made with Lebowski's Cool Lua, Monica and David reveal the incredible versatility of...
2025-03-2535 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseThink or Drink - "Video Game Trivia"Send us a textThis episode is about celebrating the joy that video gaming brings to our lives. Andy, Chris, Josh, and Rob join Matt for video game trivia! We are all avid gaming enthusiasts which makes for a raucous episode filled with insight, laughter, and a delicious drink to match the mood. Chris assembled a truly "Game Genie" level of trivia quests which fosters engaging conversations about favorite single-player and multiplayer games, offering something for everyone. Our drink of the day, Matt's Gerudo Vally margarita, sets the relaxed vibe as our hosts dive into nostalgic memories...
2025-03-041h 27
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseBar Chat - Featuring: Jeff SteitzerSend us a textAndy, Chris, Josh, and Rob join Matt for our inaugural "Bar Chat" episode as we welcome special guest: Jeff Steitzer! Jeff's unforgettable booming announcements set the tone for multiplayer combat throughout the Halo video game series. Jeff candidly shares his journey from the vibrant stages of the theater scene to the recording booth, all while being initially unaware of the seismic impact his voice would have on gamers worldwide.Listen as we chat about the blend of gaming and theater work in Jeff's career, and how conventions have become a cherished...
2025-02-2525 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseDrinkables - "El Cheers-o!"Send us a text Ready for a hilarious culinary escapade? Join us on "Matt and Friends: Drink the Universe" as we embark on a spirited journey through the world of budget-friendly dollar store snacks paired with margaritas. Andy, Josh, and Rob join Matt for a flavor-packed adventure filled with laughter, and candid critiques. We’re pairing 3 snacks with Teremana tequila margaritas. We tackle an array of Mexican-style snacks, turning an ordinary taste test into a comical critique of unexpected flavor combinations. Some good, some not good at all. We share our raw reactions.In t...
2025-02-0447 min
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseThink or Drink? - "Christmas Trivia 2024"Send us a textDid you know that you can roller skate to church in a certain country for Christmas? Join us for a holiday-themed episode filled with laughter, trivia, and festive cheer as we, alongside our good friends Andy, Chris, Rob, and Siobhan, explore the quirkiest international Christmas traditions. Sip along with us as we try the Frosted Cranberry 75. Our trivia game challenges you to master the art of giving—in points, that is—while strategically "peeking under the tree" to dodge those pesky wrong answers. Discover surprising nuggets of holiday music history, like Judy...
2024-12-191h 12
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseHDWGB - "Merry Monks, Drinks with Dad, and a Parking Meter Heist"Send us a textEver had an adventure sparked by a simple drink? Andy, Christa, and Rob join Matt for round of story telling to answer the question "How Did We Get Beer?"Rob takes us on a vibrant journey with Treehouse Brewing’s Super Typhoon American Double IPA, where citrus notes from hops blend with tales of a memorable trip to Vermont. Meanwhile, the Weyerbacher’s Merry Monks triple unleashes smooth flavors and potent memories of casual rehearsals turned into memorable escapades. Alongside Andy and Christa, we reminisce on how the perfect blend of good...
2024-12-031h 03
Matt and Friends Drink the UniverseAlcohology - "The Frosted Cranberry 75"Send us a textJosh joins Matt to introduce Matt and Friends Drink the Universe's official cocktail for 2024 holiday season! Ever wondered why the French 75 cocktail, born amidst the vibrant backdrop of Paris, still captivates cocktail enthusiasts more than a century later? Join us as we unlock the secrets of this iconic drink and explore how it became a symbol of sophistication and defiance. This holiday season, we're thrilled to unveil our Frosted Cranberry 75, a festive take on the classic that promises to elevate your celebrations. Josh, guides the crafting of this winter delight using...
2024-11-1905 min