Sake Review: SOTO Sake SOTO “Junmai Ginjo” Sake (14% abv)

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Did that when I closed a bar once. Happy birthday!

For the life of me, I don’t understand why we can’t just split the Daylight Savings Time in half and that’s it.

Jimmy Reed still kills. I mean every track.
Woefully under appreciated.

You know, I forgot your Voice column. That was certainly right there. Geez, my memory is definitely slipping. 🙄

A little later on, when I began bartending for a living, I knew Gary’s ‘Bible’ and from that got turned on to his and Mardee’s books on whiskey. Then when I got to speak with him in early 2k’s, all the classics followed. Along with Mr. Grimes classic as well.

My parents had plenty recipe books both purchased: Esquire, Bottoms Up, among others and plenty of liquor store swag (Calvert, calendars, etc.).
A writer on the subject of the romance of drinking that stays with me is Pete Hamill’s memoir, A Drinking Life. It all seemed very familiar to me.

“Tender Mercies” (!).
“Apocalypse, Now”, of course, is a lesson in scene stealing, while I’ve always maintained that “The Godfather” could have been very interesting as Tom Hagen’s story instead of Michael’s.
RIP Mr. Duvall. You seemed to have taken very little shit from anyone. 🥃🥃

The breadth and depth of Robert Duvall’s filmography is something to behold. A lot of memories and lasting performances for generations to come.

The Most Popular Cocktails of January A Piña Colada milk punch, a gin Martini, a Malört and St-Germain drink and the other best cocktail recipes from January 2026.

One of my favorite winter cocktails gets the love.
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Book Review: "The Mixology Way" “The Mixology Way – Classic Cocktail Recipes to Master the Art of Mixology” (Mitchell Beasley)

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That Tanq Old Tom was my favorite. The abv balanced it to high wire levels. Cheers Doc!

2025: That's a Wrap! As I look ahead to an exciting 2026, I would like to take a second to thank everyone for all of their support over the past year.

2025: That’s a Wrap!

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Crab
Shrimp
Clams
Mussels
Calamari

Close enough.
Merry & Happy to you alll!
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I think that the Jets and Giants should pay us to watch them year after year. And the TV stations should refund us for the four Sunday’s in the month…”The Jets/Giants Mercy Rebate”!

I think we should use the abbreviation for “Artificial Intelligence” much less.

CRAZY DONNY! OUR PRICES ARE INSAAAAAANE!!!

Most every staffer in that New Yorker documentary on Netflix looks like they can use a significant raise.

I’ve had the fortunate pleasure to see Joe in great bands, songwriters circles and special appearances through the years. He was a real troubadour and timeless songwriter and back when I tried to do it, a lasting influence. He won’t be forgotten.

A couple of the voices that I think would be interesting to hear from these days are Hunter Thompson and John Lennon (RIP 12/8/80).

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If you order through my website, I’ll be able to personalize a copy for your own collection, a group gift for your team or the cocktail aficionado on your list.

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Happy holidays to you all. 🍸🍸

It’s that time of year again. As gifting season is upon us, be sure you’re prepared with over 800 bone-warming recipes. From boozy, stirred cocktails to Nogs, Toddy’s and Punches, along with cocktail tips and hacks, history tidbits and warm weather favorites as well.

“Jenny, Jenny, who can I turn to?”

Todd Snider, Folk Singer With a Wry Wit, Dies at 59

There may still be hope for us (and the NY Times) if the sad passing of the great songwriter, Todd Snider, garnered a phone notification.
(He was an awesome live performer and an all around generous fellow who will be missed for sure).

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(Just add spirit and citrus element at time of service).

Also, with the relatively recent acceptance of batching at bars, the Bloody Mary is one of the few, if not the only one, that improves by preparing prior to use. There shouldn’t be any qualms regarding making one à la minute because you shouldn’t be.

There may still be hope for us (and the NY Times) if the sad passing of great jazz drummer, Jack DeJohnette, garnered a phone notification.

Why mess with the greats?

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