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The Morning Show Drinking Game + Cocktail

Behind the anchor desk, everyone is drinking — and so should you.

The Rules

  • Sip — Alex Levy adjusts her on-camera smile before going live
  • Sip — Bradley Jackson says something blunt that shocks the room
  • Sip — Cory Ellison pitches a chaotic behind-the-scenes strategy
  • Sip — Mitch Kessler justifies his behavior in a self-pitying monologue
  • Sip — A producer whispers urgent news through the earpiece during broadcast
  • Drink Twice — Alex and Bradley clash in the studio or backstage
  • Drink Twice — A network executive threatens to cancel or restructure the show
  • Drink Twice — Chip Black gets blindsided by a decision above his pay grade
  • Shot — Alex's on-air breakdown deviates completely from the teleprompter
  • Shot — Bradley goes rogue on live television with a personal revelation
  • Chug — Alex and Bradley's joint broadcast exposes the network's cover-up

Themed Cocktail

The Anchor's Espresso Martini

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz fresh espresso
  • 0.75 oz coffee liqueur
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup
  • Dash of vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. 1Brew espresso and let it cool slightly.
  2. 2Combine vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and vanilla in a shaker with ice.
  3. 3Shake hard for 15 seconds to build foam.
  4. 4Strain into a chilled martini glass.

Fun Facts

Disclaimer: Drink responsibly. This is intended for adults of legal drinking age. Never drink and drive. Always know your limits and drink in moderation.