Has it really been another week already, lovelies? Well then, pour your day’s first mug of wine and let’s get down to it. As always, I have spent too much time on the Internet so you don’t have to! (We can all live in a co-dependent, Grey Gardens-esque shambles together when we’re old, I promise....

Hi guys! Thanks for inviting me to The Boys Club to shake things up. I’m not sure about you guys, but I have thoughts of sand between my toes and pink umbrellas in my drinks; summer cannot get here quick enough. For me, nothing screams summertime more than a Piña Colada, and that is what I...

Here’s the Story: Everyone needs at least one trained chef as a close friend. It’s even better if the chef is also a wine enthusiast. They help make lazy Sunday evenings an adventure instead of a bore and make last minute meals possible, palatable, and fun. Ben is my chef friend, and with him in...

Mouthfeel, in both food and drink, is an essential part of the gustatory experience. But when dealing with liquids (especially alcoholic), we are subject to more constraints. Thanks to the Modernist Cuisine movement, though, we now have new and very useful ingredients that can help us control fluid textures. The Science: In general, an increase...

It occurred to me recently that, outside of the iconic square bottle with the black label marked “Old No. 7,” most people don’t know a lot about Jack Daniel. Like many other distillers, particularly those in the age before multi-billion dollar liquor conglomerates, Jack is a fascinating guy to learn about. The Early Years: Jasper...

Welcome back, darlings. I am glad you have returned. As promised, I have spent too much time on the internet so that you don’t have to! Let’s depart on this week’s magical, somewhat booze-related, ride around the internet superhighway we have all developed an unhealthy, co-dependent relationship with. Reasons to Drink (in case you do these...

Everyone loves a good soft pretzel. These giant savory snacks remind us of our childhood and take us back to those excursions at the zoo, the circus, the amusement park, or even trips to New York, where they can be found on almost every street corner. But, just when you thought they couldn’t get any...

As spring slowly succumbs to summer, the hot and humid afternoons beckon for time on the front porch or back patio, which happen to be perfect spots to begin exploring the beautiful world of craft beer! What is a craft beer exactly? Well, that will vary depending on the person you ask, but the common...

What is a Martinez? The Martinez is a straightforward cocktail with a hazy history. With a blend of somewhat forgotten ingredients, this recipe, which is over 130 years old, is making a comeback. There are many accounts of how the drink came to be, but one truth remains. This pre-prohibition drink is smooth, fragrant, and...

It has come to my attention that you’re using the wrong glass. It was forgivable in college when everything was served in that red plastic cup. A mixed drink? Red plastic cup. Shots? Red plastic cup. Beer? Red plastic cup. Wine? Red plastic cup. You’re not in college anymore though, are you? So why did...