Bottled ‘n’ Bond Presents: Spirited Movie Companions
A movie podcast from the hosts of Bottled ‘n’ Bond. Mike and Charlie are going to take a deep dive into movies based on a specific monthly theme. In the “spirit” of Bottled ’n’ Bond they will also continue enjoying companion beverages…and may even offer up some other companions, such as music, books and even other movies.
Episodes
This month’s theme is Tears In Our Beers: Movies that make us emotional.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying Field Of Dreams Small Batch Bourbon while they discuss 1989’s Field Of Dreams.
Should we have a Spirited Movie Companions meetup at the actual site?
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode, in celebration of Charlie’s wife Becky’s birthday, Mike and Charlie will be enjoying Iced Texas Tea while they discuss 1983’s Terms Of Endearment.
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The Iced Texas Tea recipe:
Ingredients
- 6 oz strongly brewed black tea, chilled
- 1–2 tbsp chocolate syrup
- 2 oz milk or half-and-half
- Ice
- ½ oz vanilla syrup, optional
- Pinch of salt, opt...
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying The Fighting Irish Highball while they discuss 1993’s Rudy.
This month’s theme is Tears In Our Beers: Movies that make us emotional.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
To celebrate Charlie’s birthday, he and Mike will be enjoying Kentucky Mudslides while they discuss 1981’s Stripes.
Kentucky Mudslide
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1 ounce Coffee Granita liqueur
- 1 ounce Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream
- 1.5 ounces heavy cream
- Garnish with chocolate shavings
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spirited...
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying The Nilbog Nightmare while they discuss 1990’s Troll 2.
The Nilbog Nightmare
1.5 oz Vodka
1.5 oz Green Apple Liqueur
1 squeeze of green food gel
1 “squirt” of Coconut Cream
Pour all ingredients over ice and shake vigorously. Serve over ice in a plastic cup.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying Scotchka with Hedges & Butler Scotch and Mohawk Vodka while they discuss 2003’s The Room.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying a Black Russian with Belvedere Vodka and Cafe Granita cold brew coffee liqueur and a Smoked Manhattan with Bulleit Rye while they discuss 1964’s Fail Safe.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
To celebrate Mike’s birthday, he and Charlie will be enjoying a Boulevardier while they discuss 1997’s The Game.
Companions for this episode
The films of David Fincher, especially: Seven, Fight Club, Zodiac, The Social Network and Gone Girl.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying grain alcohol (Everclear) with distilled water while they discuss 1964’s Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love The Bomb.
Red Alert by Peter George (writing as Peter Bryant)
The Complete Kubrick from the Criterion Collection (coming 10/20/2026)
Companions for this episode
The Stanley Kubrick Archives, edited by Alison Castle
Paths Of Glory, an earl...
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying highballs with Buffalo Trace while they discuss 1941’s Citizen Kane.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying a Gin Rickey while they discuss 1936’s Modern Times.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying Caleo Nero d’Avola Terre Siciliane wine while they discuss 1987’s The Princess Bride.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying Miller High Life and a Kahlúa Cappuccino while they discuss 1995’s Tommy Boy.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying a Frozen Gatorita while they discuss 1994’s Clerks.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying a Rock ’n’ Rye with Wild Turkey Private Selection Rye while they discuss 1978’s Animal House.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
From the hosts of Bottled ’n’ Bond, presenting Spirited Movie Companions.
In this episode Mike and Charlie will be enjoying Redbreast 12 Cask Strength while they discuss their new podcast and give their thoughts on the 2026 Oscars.
Questions, comments or complaints? Feel free to shoot us an email at spiritedmoviecompanions@gmail.com.
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