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...
2 Gingers Irish Whiskey
2 Gingers Irish Whiskey is an up-and-coming whiskey that just recently expanded its availability into Texas in 2013. 2 Gingers is made in Ireland, but for a long time was only sold in Minnesota. Due to its local popularity the brand started to expand across the country, and for good reason. What makes this whiskey...
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...
Beluga Vodka: The Chameleon of Vodkas
If you hear “vodka,” and you think of any other country than Russia, you’re probably not vodka-ing right. Beluga vodka is one of the finest super-premium vodkas in Russia, created in an unspoiled corner of Siberia, Beluga vodka is the perfect mixing alcohol, and will blend perfectly with almost anything you pour it into. This means...
Giveaway: Stanley Flask from Huckberry
If you don’t know about Huckberry, you should. They are awesome in everything they do, and are one of the titans of the men-ternet. As such, they reached out to us and wanted to give away three Stanley flasks. Since you know I love giveaways, I said, “Sure!” Away we go. We decided to go...
Maestro Dobel Tequila: For Sippin’
Maestro Dobel is the real deal when it comes to tequila. I’d end the review at that, but I would have to fire myself. Maestro Dobel is a fairly new brand to the U.S., founded in 2008, so there aren’t a whole lot of war stories and interesting history tidbits about the label. However, the...
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...
