When the heat of summer weighs heavily upon me, there’s one sure-fire cure. Others may reach for their margaritas and tropical tiki drinks, but the Booze Nerd finds no better solace than in a crisp, refreshing classic: the Gin & Tonic. This cocktail has been a mainstay against the tropical heat ever since the days […]
They say there are only two certainties in this life: death and taxes. If you live in the United States, most of you have probably already completed your income taxes for this year. The forms are in the mail (or e-filed) and with any luck, you’re waiting on your refund. Or maybe you owe Uncle […]
Cocktails are cool! After decades languishing under stuffy, grandfatherly reputations or forgotten aside from counterfeit sweet-tinis of all kinds, the classic cocktail has made a major comeback. A new breed of bartender—the mixologist—artfully crafts old standards with the finest ingredients, with freshly squeezed juices, custom infusions and new concoctions designed to delight the palate. My […]
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