Topic: Cocktails

Glenn recounts a Sunday spent learning the Lindy Hop, a dance style combining jive and Charleston, near Liverpool Street in London. The day involved several rounds of drinks to ease nerves before concluding with dinner at Duck and Waffle on the 50th floor of a Bishopsgate building. He describes the experience of watching the sunset over the London skyline while sharing small plates.

A humorous anecdote describes a waitress's confusion when a female date ordered a pint of Estrella while the male host ordered a cocktail. The conversation touches on the date's background as a rugby player, leading to a brief discussion about stereotypes in women's sports. The host clarifies his stance on the LGBTQ community after making a joke about the sport's demographics.

The hosts reminisce about the days when £20 covered a full night out and a kebab. They discuss the "politics of rounds" in bars, the high cost of cocktails in London, and the social awkwardness that occurs when new people join a drinking group mid-round.

A nostalgic look at UK university drinking culture covers high-alcohol beers like Stella Artois and "Turbo Shandies" made with Smirnoff Ice. The hosts recall banned drinks like Snakebite and Black and the "Cheeky Vimto" cocktail. They plan a future "research" night post-lockdown to revisit these drinks at a local pub near West Malling.

Citing a study on dating habits, the hosts break down the annual cost for the average man, which is estimated at over £1,300. They argue this figure is low for those living near London, where a single date involving transport, drinks, food, and entertainment can easily exceed £150. They list hidden costs like new clothing and "body grooming" that contribute to the total.