Episode 241: Rebel Without A Cause & the Jimmie Dean

This week on "Drink the Movies," we're diving into the restless angst of the 1955 classic, Rebel Without a Cause! We’ll talk about the magnetic and tragic James Dean as Jim Stark, the red jacket that became an icon, and how this film perfectly captured the raw, misunderstood energy of post-war American youth. We’ll discuss the dramatic performances, the teenage alienation, and that unforgettable knife fight that cemented its legend.

And to honor the man himself, we're mixing up The Jimmy Dean cocktail, as featured on The Bar. This sophisticated drink, a twist on a classic, captures the complex layers of the film's star. So, grab your shaker, get ready to feel all the feels, and raise a glass to Rebel Without a Cause!

• 1.5oz Johnnie Walker Blue
• .25oz Johnnie Walker 18
• .75oz Lillet Blanc
• 2 Dashes Pear Oak Bitters

Rosemary, Spruce, Hickory for smoking.

Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain over large ice cube. Use smoking ingredients to add smoke if desired.