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Welcome to Drink the Movies! We're a podcast where each week we mix up a themed cocktail and have a chat about the movie that inspired it! Plus check out our weekly Lobby Bar episodes for a bonus cocktail, and movie chat!
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- Yesterday55 min
279 - The Odyssey & the Cyclops Cocktail
Navigate treacherous seas on Episode 279 of Drink the Movies as we explore the cinematic adaptation of the ultimate epic adventure, The Odyssey. We break down legendary trials, the timeless themes of home and perseverance, and the stunning scale of this mythological masterpiece. To match the dark and complex journey of Odysseus, we are serving up a rich and bold custom cocktail: The Cyclops. Rig the sails, outsmart the monsters, and join us as we raise a glass to the ultimate voyage home!In This Episode, We Explore:The narrative structure of Odysseus's journey and its lasting influence on modern storytellingTranslating epic poetry and mythological scale to the screenDeconstructing the cinematic motifs, heroism, and classic trialsFeatured Cocktail Recipe: The Cyclops2 oz Bourbon0.5 oz Amaro Averna0.25 oz Coffee Liqueur2–3 Dashes Chocolate BittersInstructions: Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice, stir until well-chilled, and strain into a rocks glass over a large ice sphere.Join the Community:Love film and mixology? Support the show on Patreon for bonus episodes, and visit our website to explore our complete archive of movie-inspired cocktail recipes.PatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*The Odyssey movie breakdown, Homer's Odyssey film analysis, Greek mythology cinema, The Cyclops cocktail recipe, bourbon and amaro cocktail, coffee liqueur drink recipes.
- 3 days ago12 min
Italicus Spritzes, Web-Slingers, & World War II Thrillers in The Lobby Bar! July 27, 2026
We’re pouring an Italicus Spritz in The Lobby Bar this week. We take a look at the superhero release Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Then, we turn our attention to the World War II film Pressure.Inside the Episode:The Drink: Italicus Spritz.The Superhero Release: Spider-Man: Brand New Day.The World War II Film: Pressure.PatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*
- 1 weeks ago43 min
278 - Moana (2026)
This week on Drink the Movies, we are setting sail across the open ocean to explore the breathtaking live-action adaptation of the magical adventure, Moana. We will break down the stunning coastal visuals, the powerful journey of self-discovery, and the beloved music that brings the Pacific Islands to life on the big screen. To celebrate the voyage of a lifetime, we are serving up a tropical and refreshing cocktail called the Moana featuring banana and white rum. Heed the call of the sea, grab an oar, and join us as we raise a glass to the heart of the ocean! PatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*
- 1 weeks ago10 min
Naked and Famous Cocktails, Box Office Openings, & Sci-Fi Classics in The Lobby Bar! July 20, 2026
We’re shaking up a Naked and Famous cocktail in The Lobby Bar this week. We take a look at the box office opening weekend for The Odyssey. Then, we turn our attention to the classic sci-fi feature The Fifth Element.Inside the Episode:The Drink: Naked and Famous Cocktail.The Box Office Opening: The Odyssey.The Classic: The Fifth Element.www.patreon.com/drinkthemovieswww.drinkthemovies.comPlease Drink Responsibly
- 2 weeks ago45 min
277 - Citizen Kane & the Rosebud
This week on Drink the Movies, we are diving into the complex layers of Orson Welles’ legendary masterpiece, Citizen Kane. We will break down the innovative cinematography, the haunting mystery of a man's rise and fall, and the lasting impact of a single enigmatic word. To toast to the film's enduring search for meaning, we are serving up a sophisticated cocktail called the Rosebud. Dim the lights, revisit the headlines, and join us as we raise a glass to the greatest cinematic portrait of power and memory. PatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*
- 2 weeks ago8 min
Summer Tonics, Crime Dramas, & A New High-Octane Series in the Lobby Bar! 7/13/2026
We’re mixing up a refreshing Summer Tonic in The Lobby Bar this week. We take a look back at the earlier 2026 release Crime 101 to examine its place in this year’s film landscape. Then, we turn our attention to the upcoming streaming premiere of the action-comedy series Ride or Die.Inside the Episode:The Drink: Summer Tonic.The Crime Drama: Crime 101.The Streaming Premiere: Ride or Die.PatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*
- 3 weeks ago40 min
276 - Supergirl & the Green Sun
This week on Drink the Movies, we are soaring high above the atmosphere to explore the bold new vision of the 2026 superhero epic, Supergirl. We will break down the powerful origin story, the stunning visual sequences, and how this latest iteration redefines what it means to be a hero in a changing world. To celebrate this celestial debut, we are serving up a radiant and luminous cocktail called the Green Sun. Strap in, prepare for takeoff, and join us as we raise a glass to the latest icon to grace the big screen! PatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*
- 3 weeks ago10 min
Ranch Water, Necronomicons, & Unsettling Invites in the Lobby Bar! 7/6/2026
We’re cooling off with a crisp Ranch Water in The Lobby Bar this week to tackle two intense new horror entries. We break down the latest visceral chapter in the franchise, Evil Dead Burn, and analyze the psychological tension driving the week's other big release, The Invite.Inside the Episode:The Drink: Ranch Water.The Horror: Evil Dead Burn.The Suspense: The Invite.Listen now and join the conversation in The Lobby Bar!PatreonInstagramBlueskyFacebookhttps://www.drinkthemovies.comYouTubeDiscord*Please Drink Responsibly*
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