In this "Hotline Edition" of Cocktails with Friends, Bob Cutler takes listener questions straight from the community! From crafting the perfect cocktail to impress a future father-in-law to spicing up Halloween treats for parents, Bob provides expert advice and personal insights on cocktail-making for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party, preparing a special dinner, or just looking for the perfect drink to pair with oysters, this episode has all the tips you need. Plus, you'll hear about a signature cocktail worthy of any bourbon lover.

Do you have a question for the Cocktail Hotline? Call or text Bob at 207-814-0177.

• Crafting the perfect scotch cocktail for an important family moment

• Halloween cocktail ideas for parents handing out treats

• Non-alcoholic drink alternatives for sober guests

• Bourbon cocktails for festive occasions

• The art of shaking drinks and perfecting ice technique

Scotch and cranberry bitters make an excellent Old Fashioned for impressing a future father-in-law during a heartfelt moment.

Offering warm cider cocktails with whiskey and spiced rum can turn Halloween night into a fun treat for adults.

Shaking a cocktail properly is an art—knowing when your ice has reached the right level of dilution can elevate your drinks to the next level.

[00:00] – Introduction to Hotline Edition and listener questions

[00:30] – Crafting a scotch cocktail to impress a future father-in-law

[02:00] – Halloween cider cocktails for parents handing out treats

[03:30] – Non-alcoholic drink options for sober neighbors

[05:10] – Bourbon cocktails for a festive surprise birthday party

[07:00] – The perfect cocktail to pair with oysters for a special dinner

[08:30] – How to shake cocktails properly and tips on ice usage

[09:50] – Closing thoughts and hotline reminders for listeners