We’ve all been there (probably). Maybe we’re working paycheck to paycheck, or maybe the car needed some repairs and that month’s discretionary budget (and next month’s) has been spent. Whatever it is, we have to make money stretch a bit more than we’d like. And yet we still want a good cocktail. That’s a hell … More Booze on a Budget: Rye Whiskey
I’ve recently started exploring the wonderful world of Tiki drinks. And, this could be stating the obvious, but rum plays a big part of it. Before learning how to make Mai Tais (even though I’m still not exactly sure what a Mai Tai is) I knew that there were different types of rum but I … More Tiki Tuesday: All You Need Is Rum!
Everyone is a fan of the venerable Old Fashioned. It’s perfection masquerading as simplicity. Whiskey, sugar, and bitters combine to produce a concoction that is greater than the sum of its parts. 2oz Bourbon/Whiskey 1tbsp simply syrup or 1 sugar cube Few dashes of Angostura bitters But, what if I told you it is possible … More Three Ingredient Thursdays: Not Your Grandma’s Old Fashioned
Happy International Whiskey Day! To honor this, I’m going to go over some of my favorite whiskeys I’ve had recently. Angel’s Envy Rye: finished in rum casks, this wonderfully marries the spiciness of rye with the sweet funkiness of rum. Whistlepig Old World: this is a blend of 12 year old whiskeys that have been … More International Whiskey Day 2018
Alright, sing it with me! “Iiiiiiin the tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki room, the tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki room, Ooooh, the birds sing words and the flowers croon, iiiin tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki room!” Ah, isn’t that just delightful! Anyways, I came across this wonderful recipe, created in a city I used to live in … More Tiki Tuesday: Jungle Birb!
Oh. My. God. This bar has my new all-time-favorite drink: the Needle in the Hay. I felt like I was cheating on my wife with it. It was that good. Tequila, mezcal, Apple liqueur, and maple syrup. Mixed up and then smoked. The flavors are complex, and layered, and come at you from all angles. … More Blitz Drink Review: “Needle in the Hay” at Harvest at Bellagio
I should start by saying this whiskey lounge has a special place in my life. Two years ago it was where we learned we got approved to adopt our greyhound, Whiskey. It is also the namesake for the Best Doggo Ever. Take a look at him, you know I’m right. Whiskey Down has an … More Blitz Bar Review: Whiskey Down
My wife and I got into Las Vegas late last night (1am local time!), and before retiring for the evening we wanted a snack and maybe a nightcap. We’re staying at the New York New York (review to come soon, probably) and the obvious choice is Tom’s Urban. They’re all about small snacks and staying … More Blitz Drink Review: Tom’s Urban “Mule Kick”
Making a Tiki drink has been on my Miksology bucket list since I started getting serious about this hobby. The thing about Tiki drinks is that they can seem overwhelming. 3 kinds of rum? 4 types of citrus juice? Pimento dram? I don’t have time for this. *goes to bar and can’t decide which of … More Tiki Tuesday: What the Hell is a Mai Tai?
Introduction Starting your own home bar can seem like a daunting task. But, like anything, if broken down into smaller chunks the task becomes significantly simpler to accomplish. The first, and most important rule about mixology in general, is to go with what you like. Do you like umbrellas in your fruity pink drink? Awesome! … More Setting Up Your Home Bar, Part 1 – It’s All About the Accessories
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