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
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’?
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
Today is National Rum day. It celebrates a tincture that helped build America. When We think of rum, we usually...
Look at the Pros of Prosecco
Well, it’s here again, August 13: National Prosecco day. So, let’s Look at the Pros of Prosecco. If you don’t...
Sounds like some woke thing
If you pay attention to the current political diatribe, you know that “woke” is a hot button issue. LGBTQ+ issues...
You put the lime in the coconut
If you are a person of a certain age, you remember Harry Nilsson singing You put the lime in the...
More places than Stonehenge
Summer Solstice is upon us again. This means it’s the longest day of the year. No, it’s not longer than...
There’s no tea in it
Today is a special day for us drinkers. It’s world gin day, national Rose(ay) day, and National Iced Tea Day....
Why so Bubbly Bub?
In 1966, Don Ho had an international hit with the song “Tiny Bubbles”. After playing it about 1,000 times, he,...