Month: February 2011

  • I’m Not Dead Yet!

    I’m not dead, I swear to you.  Things have been a bit hectic the last few weeks and I haven’t had time to mix up many cocktails.  That said, I will be back mixing in the coming weeks.  I’ve got a couple more reviews coming your way this week and the drinks will continue flowing…

  • Whiskey at Mount Vernon

    I’m a day late in getting this one posted, but I think it’s still really fascinating.  Everyone knows (or at least should know) that George Washington was the first President of the United States.  As one of our founding fathers, a truly amazing military leader and successful businessman, there are lots of things to be…

  • Review – Crispin Classic Blue Line Ciders

    While I still rarely choose a beer over a cocktail, there is another fermented beverage that calls to me.  Cider, my friends, is my fermented beverage of choice.  For a cider fiend like myself there is a siren song above all others; uncharted ciders draw me to wherever they may be.  My buddy Conrey sent…

  • Review – Å»u Vodka

    A bit back, I was offered a sample of Å»u bison grass flavored vodka.  Having seen it on the shelves a few times I couldn’t resist the chance to try it out.  Before I get to reviewing the actual product, let’s take a quick look at what exactly bison grass and bison grass vodka are.…

  • The Delicious Sour – Aptly Named

    While the middle of winter isn’t generally the time you crave a nice, cold sour, I found this one to have truly been aptly named.  The delicious sour is nicely balanced, big, cold and frothy.  First on your palate you get fruity hints of the apple and peach.  Following that, I noted that it wasn’t…