It’s a mother of a day

It’s a mother of a day

When we think of days like today, we assume it was something made up by Hallmark, just to sell cards...

Truly a day to remember

Truly a day to remember

Today, there is a lot of celebrating going on. In the USA, Cinco De Mayo reigns supreme. But, it’s also...

It’s Pisco to the rescue

It’s Pisco to the rescue

Well, you’ve done it again: It’s a new month in a young year. Time to try something new for some,...

What’s hotter than chocolate?

What’s hotter than chocolate?

It’s the end of January. If you live in snow prone areas, this is the time to seek warmth. And,...

Put a little Irish in your coffee

Put a little Irish in your coffee

Alcoholics for generations always complained about the lack of pep in their coffee. Well, in the 1940’s the Irish decided...

Time itself is a lie

Time itself is a lie

It’s here again: Auld Lang Syne, the new year. It’s a time for most people to lie to themselves, with...

Mezcal by any other name

Mezcal by any other name

When you say tequila, everybody knows what you’re talking about. But, mention Mezcal and confusion sets in. Isn’t that the...

Some say Liquor is Quicker

Some say Liquor is Quicker

In 1931, Ogden Nash published a poem entitled “Reflections on Ice Breaking”. It’s only a couple quick lines: Candy is...

Who said that ain’t workin’?

Who said that ain’t workin’?

Some of you may remember Dire Straits with their tribute to the working man with their hit song “Money for...

The Founding Fathers Found Rum

The Founding Fathers Found Rum

Today is National Rum day. It celebrates a tincture that helped build America. When We think of rum, we usually...