Trigger Warning: we do discuss the sexual assualt of Corey Haim and Corey Feldman in this episode, if this is something you'd like to skip it runs around 42:30-45:10.
Fangs, Sax, & Dad Chats Return! After Dylan's daughter's arrival, Cocktails & Classics welcomes "Dad Chats" back with a cult classic, The Lost Boys. Join Ben & Dylan as they:
- Unravel the enigma of child stars: Dive into Corey Haim and Corey Feldman's tragic trajectory.
- Decode the 80s nostalgia wave: Explore why neon, shoulder pads, and sax solos still get our hearts pumping.
- Rock out with the greased up sax man: Relive the iconic boardwalk scene and analyze its cultural impact.
- Mix a killer Blood & Sand: Savor this dark & sweet cocktail, a perfect tribute to The Lost Boys' vampire allure.
Blood & Sand Recipe:
3/4 ounce scotch (Caskers)
3/4 ounce sweet vermouth
3/4 ounce Heering cherry liqueur (Caskers)
3/4 ounce orange juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions: Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake vigorously, and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with an orange twist or maraschino cherry.
Raise your Blood & Sand and join Cocktails & Classics for a nostalgic ride with The Lost Boys! Don't forget to subscribe for more cinematic cocktail adventures, share your favorite Lost Boys memories with us on social media, and maybe send Dylan some dad-joke tips!
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