Apr 6, 2022 | cocktails, cocktails at home, whiskey
It’s not uncommon for me to make buying purchases suggested by Instagram ads. Call me a sucker, but their algorithm is pretty accurate. One of the ads I’ve been seeing lately is for the Shaker & Spoon subscription box. Since I regularly make cocktails... 
Feb 19, 2022 | bourbon, cocktails at home, rum
I recently made a delicious Blood Orange Old Fashioned. It got me thinking about other Old Fashioned variations that I love. And also how non-cocktail lovers ask me, “an Old Fashioned what?” when I say that it’s my favorite drink. After buying a... 
Feb 6, 2022 | cocktails, cocktails at home, whiskey
If you’ve visited my blog before, it should come as no surprise that I love an Old Fashioned. The simple build lends itself to limitless variations. As someone who enjoys experimenting with flavor, I love trying new fruits and syrups. Finding blood oranges in... 
Jan 2, 2022 | cocktails at home, gin, tequila, whiskey
With a new year comes new habits and resolutions. For many, it may mean dry January (this post is for you) or just cutting back a bit on drinking. I like to find healthier cocktail recipes that are lower in ABV but also have other benefits. One easy way to do this is... 
Nov 2, 2021 | cachaça, city guides, cocktails, gin, lists, mezcal, Portland, rum, tequila, vodka, whiskey
When I’ve been to a place repeatedly, I enjoy tweaking my bar guides with each trip. As new places open and others close, I also revisit the places I’ve loved in the past. I love cities full of beautiful bars with creative menus and friendly and knowledgeable... 
Oct 2, 2021 | bourbon, Chattanooga, city guides, Tennessee, whiskey
I love a good distillery tour. Even if I don’t learn anything necessarily new, it’s still fun to get a glimpse behind the scenes. Plus, it gives more meaning to the tasting at the end. I have traveled to Chattanooga, TN a couple times a year for the past...
