Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel

Reacting to People Justifying Their Outrageous Spending Habits

Donnerstag, 19. Februar 2026 ¡ 59 min

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We all have our weaknesses when it comes to frivolous spending—but some of you are next level. Today, we’re reacting to (and lightly judging) the internet’s most ridiculous spending habits.

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Recipe from Smart Money Happy Hour mixologist Michael Reddish

• 2 ounces bourbon

• 1 ounce dry vermouth

• 1 ounce amaro

• 2–3 dashes black walnut bitters

• 2–3 dashes chocolate bitters

Instructions: Add the bourbon, dry vermouth, amaro and bitters into a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Serve in a coupe glass and enjoy!

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