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They’ve become virtually synonymous with one another. But how much of a difference is there? Perform a blind taste test among any ten random people with a glass of brandy and a glass of cognac and chances are at least half of them will be unable to tell the difference. And for those same people, … Read more
There’s a perfectly good reason why champagne is considered a luxury item beyond the ken of most consumer’s consideration. Simply put, it is manufactured according to very specific standards; brewed from very specific grape varieties from a very specific region in France and exported only in very specific quantities. Which is why a bottle of … Read more
Since the ancient times, the agave plant has been used in the production of honey water, referred to as aguamile. After the extraction of this sweet liquid, it is fermented to make the final product, an alcoholic beverage known locally as pulque. Pulque is an alcoholic drink produced from agave sap. The drink has been … Read more
With summer coming in, a Seabreeze cocktail may be just what you want. A Seabreeze drink is very tropical, perfect for the pool, the beach, or just wishing you were at the pool or the beach. It’s cool and refreshing enough to help beat out the heat. What’s in a Seabreeze? How do you make … Read more
Allergy and sickness are among the most frustrating experiences in human life. They literally determine for you what you should eat, drink and how you should handle your body in general. I just can’t imagine being such condition. Meanwhile, celiac disease prohibits the patient from taking any glutinous substance. But that does not mean that … Read more
A Sunday brunch, bridal or baby shower, bachelorette party or any spring gathering calls for the classic mimosa. Made with a half champagne flute of orange juice and half champagne, this cocktail is an easy to make, timeless classic. For the orange juice part, you can use your favorite brand of orange juice or you … Read more
A Guide to the 10 Best Champagnes (Between $20 – $100) It’s a frequently proven truism that you get what you pay for; and nowhere is this more obvious than in a bottle of champagne. For the vast majority of us, champagne (if and when we can afford it) is a luxury to be savored … Read more
If you’re looking for something sweet with a bit of bit, a Water Moccasin drink may just be for you. This shot gets its name from a very deadly snake found in the lakes, creeks, ponds, and rivers of the southeastern United States. Known for being aggressive, dangerous, fast, and sneaky, it is a good … Read more
Hot day? Maybe you’re going to the beach and just want something that bit more refreshing? Or maybe you’re with your kids and want them to enjoy the drinks as much as you. Maybe you’re driving. Or you may even be pregnant – congratulations if so! Well we’ve got some good news for you! We … Read more
Brut Champagne is essentially dry to the palate and contains insanely low concentrations of sugar chucked in the bottle. However, Champagnes were historically prepared with substantial amounts of extra sugar mixed after the second cycle of fermentation for fine tuning the sweetness levels so that it can match the day’s preference for the sweet tooth. … Read more
Jolly Rancher shots are a dose of alcoholic nostalgia for anyone who grew up in the 1990s and early 2000s. The Jolly Rancher drink is very distinctive looking and tasting. It has the familiar super sweet-sourness and fruitiness that we are all familiar with (well, if you’re familiar with Jolly Ranchers, anyway). Even if you … Read more
In perhaps one of the most romantic songs ever written, Edith Piaf sings “Quand il me prend dans ses bras Il me parle tout bas Je vois la vie en rose” Give Edith’s classic a listen and we swear, even if you don’t understand French, you’ll start to feel the bubbling, blushing anticipation of someone … Read more