At the turn of the century, America was a hotbed of cocktail innovation—then Prohibition happened. Now, bartenders are trying to reclaim the golden age. Read more: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/are-we-re-entering-golden-age-american-bartending-180954474/#w6xigK68f01Apktv.99
Columbia Crest H3 Cabernet Sauvignon Ixel Balamke’s wine notes – Color – ruby Aroma – blueberries and cocoa Initial taste – Black cherries and blueberries with notes of currants and nice chunky minerals. Finish – Deep berries with soft tannins… Continue Reading
Ixel Balamke’s Wine Punch – This is one recipe that is a favorite of mine that uses Riesling with Cointreau and is refreshing spring like drink. 1 small cantaloupe or honeydew melon 1/4 cup honey 2 tablespoons warm water One… Continue Reading
Cigar Zin Old Vine Zindfandel Ixel Balamke’s wine notes Color – purple (love the color) Aroma – dense black fruits and tobacco (not surprised given the name) Initial taste – Huge black fruits with dark chocolate and tobacco. Finish –… Continue Reading
Cline Cashmere Ixel Balamke’s wine notes Color – Dark Ruby Aroma – lush red fruits and spice Initial taste – Raspberries and cherries with notes of chocolate Finish – a lovely medium body wine with lush cherries, chocolate, and hints… Continue Reading
Ixel Balamke’s wine notes Color – dark ruby Aroma – lush blueberries and chocolate Initial Taste – Blueberries and rich chocolate Finish – long finish with blueberries, dark chocolate with notes of mocha and coffee bean. Lovely tannins. NV Trentadue… Continue Reading
Here’s more and BETTER pictures of the Chartered Local Body of Ordo Templi Orientis in the Valley of New Orleans, Alombrados Oasis’ official Carnival krewe, “Krewe What Thou Wilt,” parading last weekend – one of the first big parades of… Continue Reading
In “John St. John: The Record of the Magical Retirement of G. H. Frater, O∴ M∴” Crowley records a number of delicious beef dishes. Sometimes he’s specific, and sometimes he’s not. On the Fourth Day, he is specific, and tells… Continue Reading