What We're Drinking with Dan Dunn

On this episode of What We’re Drinking, Dan is joined by JoJo Fletcher and Mallory Patton, the dynamic duo behind Saint Spritz, a ready-to-drink cocktail brand that’s clean, crisp, and free of Red 40, artificial sweeteners, and all the other crap we’ve been pretending not to notice in our drinks.

You might also recognize JoJo from her time on The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, where she bravely attempted to find love in a house full...

It’s officially summer, and that means one thing: it’s time to drink like it. In this sun-soaked episode of What We’re Drinking, Dan is joined by world-renowned spirits savant Brad Japhe for a spirited showdown of the season’s most essential cocktails. Recorded on-location at the culinary wonderland that is Hatchet Hall in Culver City, this episode is part tasting session, part expert masterclass, and all vibe. Dan and Brad dive gl...

It’s the big 3-0-0 on What We’re Drinking with Dan Dunn, and we’re popping metaphorical (and literal) bottles to celebrate! Joining Dan for this milestone episode is cocktail royalty Dale DeGroff, the godfather of the modern bartending movement, who mixes up wisdom and wit in equal measure. Also pulling up a barstool: ace horse racing handicapper Pete Fornatale, who shares some Belmont Stakes picks, pours, and possibly a few ponies...

On this episode of What We’re Drinking, Dan welcomes back an old friend and true titan of the tipple: James Beard Award-winning bartender Charles Joly. If you’ve ever watched the Oscars or the Emmys and wondered who’s responsible for keeping Hollywood’s elite well-lubricated, look no further—Charles has been crafting cocktails for the stars on the industry’s biggest nights for years. Beyond red carpets and gold statues, Charles is ...

He’s baaaack! Actor, director, and spirits entrepreneur Matthew Lillard returns for a long-overdue second round, exactly one year after his first visit, because clearly, we’re creatures of habit (and good taste). This time around, Matthew dives even deeper into his wildly entertaining acting career—from Scream to Scooby-Doo to Five Nights at Freddy's and beyond—and gives us the latest on his fast-growing spirits brand, Find Fam...

On this episode, we’re boldly going where no podcast has gone before... but first, Dan kicks things off with his hotly debated, no-holds-barred list of the Top 5 Drinking Cities of 2025. Did your hometown make the cut? Is it time to move? Tune in and find out.

Then, it's warp speed into whiskey as we beam up a special segment featuring two out-of-this-world Star Trek-inspired expressions—crafted through an intergalactic collabor...

Dan is joined by actor Wyatt Russell and producer Rich Peete, who swing by Baby Blues BBQ in Venice Beach to talk about their fast-growing line of ready-to-drink cocktails, Lake Hour — a delicious tribute to summertime, friendship and carefree afternoons that often turn into epic nights. Wyatt dishes on what it was like growing up with Hollywood royalty Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn for p...

On this episode of 3-Minute Bartender, we’re diving into the Clarified New York Sour, a cocktail that takes a beloved classic and gives it a polished, velvety upgrade. That’s right, it’s your old whiskey sour, if it went to finishing school, got a skincare routine, and started quoting David Sedaris at parties. We’ll walk through the milk clarification process step by step, demystifying what sounds like a science ...

Spring is here, and so is our latest roundup of seasonal standouts: Spring Wines Wonderooski '25! This episode is extra special, as it marks what could be the final in-studio appearance of our longtime wine expert — and dear friend — Claire Coppi, before she heads off to start a new chapter in Idaho. We toast Claire in style with an unforgettable lineup of whites, rosés, reds, and bubbles from Rodney Strong, ...

Dan’s guest is Rodolphe Lameyse, CEO of Vinexposium and the driving force behind Vinexpo America 2025—the premier wine and spirits trade event in North America. They dig into shifting Millennial and Gen Z drinking habits, and the uphill battle the adult beverage industry faces amid economic chaos fueled by the Trump administration. Plus, Dan rewinds to some early horror movie roles Hollywood A-listers probably wi...

On this episode of What We’re Drinking, Dan kicks things off with another round of “It’s Driving Me to Drink,”unleashing a well-deserved rant about one of the most obnoxious TV commercials ever made (you’ve definitely seen it… and hated it).

Then it’s Margarita Time with special guest Caroline Pardilla, the cocktail queen behind the brand-new book that’s all about the world’s most beloved tequila drink.

And in "Drinks of the Week...

On this episode of 3-Minute Bartender, we tip our caps, and our glasses, to the Tipperary, a criminally underrated Irish cocktail that deserves a standing ovation (or at least a respectful slow clap). Born in 1916 from the mind of Hugo Ensslin—yes, the same mad genius who gave us the Aviation—the original recipe called for equal parts Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth, and green Chartreuse. But the versi...

Recorded live at the iconic Townhouse in Venice Beach in front of a sold-out crowd, this special episode of What We’re Drinking with Dan Dunn features actor, environmentalist, and bourbon evangelist Ian Somerhalder — best known for his roles in Vampire Diaries and Lost. Ian joins Dan on stage to talk all things Brother’s Bond Bourbon, the wildly popular whiskey brand he co-founded with his Vampire Diaries co-star Paul Wesley.

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In this special episode of What We’re Drinking, Dan Dunn raises a glass to Women’s History Month with Dr. Nicola Nice, sociologist, spirits industry trailblazer, and author of The Cocktail Parlor. They discuss the overlooked role of women in cocktail culture, the evolution of home bartending, and the importance of representation in the drinks world.

Also on the show, Dan takes a humorous dive into the world of overly upbeat headline...

Sláinte! In this festive St. Patrick’s Day episode, Dan raises a glass (or several) to the Emerald Isle’s finest export, Irish whiskey. Recorded at The Corner Door in Culver City, Dan is joined by legendary booze adventurer Zane Lamprey (former host of Three Sheets) and esteemed spirits writer Brad Japhe for an in-depth exploration of some of Ireland’s best drams. Together, they sip and ...

In Dan’s time so far on this spinning hell rock, he’s uncovered two key coping mechanisms for dealing with life’s relentless, inexplicable bullshit: strong drink and Liam Neeson, ideally in tandem. There’s a comforting, almost medicinal predictability to a Liam Neeson movie, kind of like a well-loved bottle of whiskey. Give it a few hours, and you know you’ll be left feeling warm, slightly numb, and just the right amount of b...

Welcome to 3-Minute Bartender, the podcast for people who love cocktails but have the attention span of a goldfish on Red Bull. Today, we’re diving into the Pornstar Martini, a drink so scandalously named, it’s practically clickbait in a coupe glass. This passion fruit-fueled beauty was created in the early 2000s by Douglas Ankrah, a London bartender who clearly knew how to get a reaction. It’s a sli...

This week, Dan takes a deep dive into the bizarre, the baffling, and the downright ridiculous world of alcohol branding. Ever perused a liquor store shelf and thought, “Who the hell greenlit that name?” Well, you’re not alone. Dan’s rounding up some of the most questionable monikers in booze history, including Fat Bastard Wine (perfect for your next passive-aggressive dinner party), Bishop’s Finger Beer (which sounds either deeply ...

Recorded in front of a packed house at the legendary Townhouse in Venice Beach, this special live episode of What We’re Drinking features none other than Glenn Howerton—actor, writer, and the man responsible for making sociopathic narcissism look downright charming as Dennis Reynolds on It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

Glenn joins Dan and co-host Brad Japhe to talk about Four Wal...