Ivanabitch Watermelon Vodka: Put it in Lemonade
Watermelon and summertime are two things that will never go out of style. This pairing is perfect in all ways, and the pairing of Ivanabitch watermelon vodka and lemonade is just another iteration of this awesome partnership. What makes this pairing unique is that this vodka smells like watermelon, and has absolutely no harsh vodka/alcohol...
Modern Dionysus: Three Ways to Drink Lemonade
Lemonade is an awesome summer drink, but sometimes you need just a little more. I recently wrote an article for Modern Dionysus about three awesome ways to take your lemonade. Summer is upon us, especially down south in Texas, and that can mean three things: watermelon, barbecue, and lemonade. If you aren’t partaking in these luxuries...
The Kraken Black Spiced Rum
Sometimes, you just feel like a pirate. You know, typical Wednesday, out plundering and looting, and what better way to end your day than with some rum. But you’re not just any pirate, you’re a pirate of discerning taste–so you want something other than a light run-of-the-mill rum. So what do you do? You turn...
Pines Wheatgrass Smoothie
Up to this point, I have never ingested wheat grass (at least to my knowledge) in any form. If you don’t know about wheatgrass, it’s that grass you see at juice bars where the dude behind the counter starts cutting some, puts it in the blender, and then charges you $20. I’ve asked myself, “Why...
Vikingfjord Vodka: Smooth, Unlike a Viking
When I saw the name “Vikingfjord vodka,” I was certain this was going to be near jet fuel–I mean, I don’t see Vikings sipping a Manhattan. Also: flavored vodka? I thought this was a website for dudes. However, I’ll give almost anything a shot, so away we went. You can smell the apple in this when...
Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey: The Sweet Spirit
When you think “whiskey,” what are some words that come to mind? I’d be willing to bet “sweet” wasn’t one of them. That’s what made testing Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey so strange: its sweetness. The Kilbeggan distillery has been chugging along since its original license was issued in 1757. Over 250 years later, they’re still doing...
Bacardi Rum and the History of the Cuba Libre
The rum and coke is a staple in bars and liquor cabinets across the world. Not only is it easy to make, it’s enjoyable for basically everyone. Similarly, the Cuba libre (which is really just a rum and coke with lime, on the rocks) is a fantastic drink that isn’t much harder than its sibling...
Boodles Gin: Drink Like Winston Churchill
Boodles gin was a favorite of Winston Churchill, and I’m not surprised by that at all. Boodles has been around since 1845, and is largely the same as it was back then. The gin is extremely tasty, with hints of juniper, rosemary, nutmeg, sage, and coriander. It’s basically an herb party in this bottle, but don’t confuse...
Drink a Pumpkin, or Just a Jack-O Traveler Shandy
It’s no surprise that we here at Electrogent love Halloween. It’s basically the best–costumes, nice weather, creepy stuff, and just all-round good times. Who doesn’t love halloween? It may only be mid-September, but we’re ready for this Halloween train to leave the station already. One fun way to get that engine chugging is to check out this...
Booker’s Bourbon: A Link in the Beam Family Chain
Booker’s Bourbon is another link in the chain of the Beam distillery’s small batch offerings. We recently looked at the 7-year Baker’s Bourbon, the grand-nephew of Jim Beam himself. Booker’s Bourbon is the choice of Jim Beam’s grandson, Booker Noe, who once was the master distiller for the entire Jim Beam outfit. This bourbon is...
Baker’s Bourbon: 7 Years of Deliciousness
Baker’s Bourbon is named after Baker Beam, the grand-nephew of legendary whiskey wizard Jim Beam. This stuff is lovingly hand-bottled and aged 7 years to perfection. What makes it so perfect? Well, that’s a Beam family secret, and as far as I know there’s some sort of secret yeast involved. I won’t ask questions. For...
