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We start every episode of the Star River Podcast with The Ritual: we share a drink.
Whether we share a cup of tea, a local vintage, or a simple glass of water, the drink is our anchor. By slowing down to share a sip and a story, we honor the ancient relationship between humanity and the stars.
Here's a list of some of the cosmic vintages that my guests and I have shared on the Star River:
| The Drink | The Comment |
|---|---|
| Amber Edition sugar-free Red Bull | 'It has long been not just kind of an energy thing for me, but it actually keeps me...[you'll have to listen to find out].' |
| Casas Patronales Rosé | Casas Patronales has the IMO Fair for Life certification and are working to ensure that everyone able to work under equal conditions. |
| Cherry Coke | Who doesn't like Cherry Coke? |
| Coke with lime | |
| Crystal Light | I gave up alcohol so I'm sticking to water. |
| Diet Mt Dew | |
| Domaine Duclaux Chateauneuf-du-Pape | The Duclaux family was just starting to harvest grapes at the same time that Kepler was publishing the Rudolphine Tables. |
| Dr. Konstantin Frank 2021 Semi-Dry Riesling | Grown on the slate-heavy banks of Keuka Lake, brought to life by the immigrant spirit of the man who changed Eastern viticulture forever. |
| Dr. Konstantin Frank Pinot Noir | Grown on the slate-heavy banks of Keuka Lake, brought to life by the immigrant spirit of the man who changed Eastern viticulture forever. |
| Gatorade in a mug from Buc-ees. | Smooth and refreshing. |
| Grandma's Southern Cough Syrup | Astropotamus's very southern grandmother always said that a hot toddy was good for keeping your cough away. To stay connected to my roots, I'm leaning in to her wisdom. |
| Keuka Spring Vineyards 2024 Dry Riesling | Riesling is incredibly versatile and food-friendly. Enjoy next to grilled chicken with vegetables and herbs. |
| Keuka Spring Vineyards 2024 Dry Riesling | Riesling is incredibly versatile and food-friendly. Enjoy next to grilled chicken with vegetables and herbs. |
| Mountain Dew Code Red | For when you don't want a Cherry Coke |
| Nero di Troia | From the village of Foggia, Dr. Ford's great-grandfather used to make backyard wine from grapes which may or may not have been from this region. |
| Some Prosecco | From Italy! |
| The River of Stars | Come join me in the current |
| Vieux Carré | A cocktail rooted in the history of New Orleans and the Mississippi River. |
| Water | Connects all live on Earth and a symbol of The River itself. |
| Water | Water is life in the desert. I share mine with it. |
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So sit back, raise a glass, and see where the River takes us!