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An Excuse To Drink – May 18, 1912: Happy Birthday Perry Como
On this date in 100 years ago, singer Pierino Ronald Como was born in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. He was the seventh of the thirteen children of Pietro Como and Lucia Travaglini and…
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Review – Hiram Walker Watermelon Schnapps
The Disclosure: We recently received a review bottle of the Hiram Walker Watermelon Schnapps in the mail from our friends at Nova Marketing. As we’ve mentioned many times before, we’re pretty…
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UncommonGoods Gifts for Drinkers
We did an article last year with an assortment of drink-related gift ideas and recently the good people at UncommonGoods came calling to see if we wanted to check out…
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Beer Review – Leinenkugel Big Eddy Wee Heavy Scotch Ale
Let’s Get this out of the Way- The Disclosure: Leinenkugel sent us a sample of their new Big Eddy Wee Heavy Scotch Ale. The Nose: Smelled like a rich hot…
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An Excuse To Drink – May 18, 1912: Happy Birthday Perry Como
Posted on May 18, 2012 | No CommentsOn this date in 100 years ago, singer Pierino Ronald Como was born in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. He was the seventh of the thirteen children of Pietro Como and Lucia Travaglini and... -
Breaking News – Donna Summer Passes Away At 63
Posted on May 17, 2012 | No CommentsI didn’t think we’d have to say this again so soon… but let’s say it again right now. Cancer sucks! And it took another legend today. Donna Summer, the... -
An Excuse To Drink – May 17, 1792: The New York Stock Exchange is Formed
Posted on May 17, 2012 | No CommentsToday marks the 220th anniversary of the founding of the New York Stock Exchange. Way back in 1792, twenty-four stockbrokers met under the buttonwood tree outside number 68 Wall Street... -
An Excuse To Drink – It’s National Sea Monkey Day!!
Posted on May 16, 2012 | No CommentsYes, it’s time to celebrate those amazing “pets” that appear to magically come alive when placed in water. Children and adults are fascinated by these creatures, that almost instantly are... -
This Just In –
Posted on May 15, 2012 | No CommentsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ON THE ROCKS LAS VEGAS SPINS OUT DJ FAN-FEST WITH “THE S.K.A.M ARTIST FAN FESTIVAL” Las Vegas (May 15, 2012) – On the Rocks Las Vegas (www.OnTheRocksLasVegas.com), the first multi-day entertainment... -
An Excuse To Drink – Happy Mercuralia!
Posted on May 15, 2012 | No CommentsToday, the “Ides of May” marks the traditional day of the ancient Roman Festival or Mercury or Mercuralia as it was better known. During the festival, merchants would bless... -
Review – Hiram Walker Watermelon Schnapps
Posted on May 15, 2012 | No CommentsThe Disclosure: We recently received a review bottle of the Hiram Walker Watermelon Schnapps in the mail from our friends at Nova Marketing. As we’ve mentioned many times before, we’re pretty... -
Beer Review – Speakeasy Prohibition Ale
Posted on May 14, 2012 | No CommentsBrewed by Speakeasy Ales and Lagers, San Francisco, CA Had on tap at 85 West Café, NYC. My only non-New York beer of my recent NYC trip… Color: Dark Amber... -
An Excuse to Drink – May 11, 1997: Deep Blue Defeats Garry Kasparov
Posted on May 11, 2012 | No CommentsToday in 1997, World Champion chess player Gary Kasparov was defeated in the game 6 of his rematch against IBM’s chess playing computer “Deep Blue” in New York City. This... -
Vegan Cocktails: Not ALL Spirits are Created Equal!!
Posted on May 10, 2012 | No CommentsWell, the weather’s getting warmer and all of those nice warm weekend days provide ample opportunities for celebrating or kicking-back with your favorite cocktails. But where are the options for... -
This Just In – Campari-Sponsored First-Ever James Beard “Outstanding Bar Program Award” Winner PDT and Their Story
Posted on May 10, 2012 | No CommentsThe James Beard Foundation crowned New York City’s PDT with the much-anticipated, first-ever “Outstanding Bar Program Award.” Campari, the presenting sponsor, draped the coveted medal on Jim Meehan at a ceremony... -
Celebrate National Moscato Day With Ecco Domani
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsLeading Italian Winemaker Goes Bold—and Blue—with Launch of Ecco Domani Moscato New York, NY May 2012—Ecco Domani® Wines of Italy, is proud to introduce the newest addition to... -
An Excuse To Drink – Castle Wolfenstein 3D Turns 20
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsOkay, I feel old now. Today, back in 1992, the game that started the “first person shooter” craze officially hits the 20 year mark. To celebrate the occasion, creators Bethesda and... -
Beer Review – Blue Point Toasted Lager
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsMade by the Blue Point Brewing Co., Long Island (Patchogue), NY. Had on tap at 85 West Café, NYC Color: Dark Amber, white head Bouquet: citrusy flavor, mild Taste: malty,... -
This Just In – Angry Orchard Crisp and Refreshing Hard Cider Now Available Nationwide
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsNEW ARTISANAL CIDER ROLLS OUT: ANGRY ORCHARD™ HARD CIDER NOW AVAILABLE ACROSS THE US Hand-Picked Ingredients, Expert Cider-Making Process Delivers A Range of Crisp, Refreshing Styles CINCINNATI, OH, APRIL 5,... -
An Excuse To Drink – May 8, 1945: V-E Day
Posted on May 8, 2012 | No CommentsOn this date in 1945, the Allied forces officially accepted the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany by ratifying act of military surrender of Karl Donitz’s Flensburg government (Hitler had... -
An Excuse To Drink – Johnny Unitas Born in 1933
Posted on May 7, 2012 | No CommentsJohn Constantine Unitas was born on May 7, 1933 in Western Pennsylvania. “The Golden Arm” played college ball at Louisville, but was more famous for being the strong passing quarterback... -
Unwind This Cinco De Mayo Evening with Tequila REVOLUCION
Posted on May 5, 2012 | No CommentsIf you’ve lived up to the traditions of American Cinco de Mayo’s past, you’re probably water-logged to the gills with an insidious concoction of cut-rate mixto tequilas and even cheaper... -
Cinco de Mayo Cocktail Recipes from Drambuie
Posted on May 5, 2012 | No CommentsIf you’re looking for a fresh take on a classic Cinco cocktail, try Drambuie’s take on the margarita or for something completely unique to celebrate with, expert mixologist and Drambuie brand ambassador, Anthony Caporale, has... -
Tequila-Free Options For Cinco De Mayo From Van Gogh Vodka And Ron Abuelo Rum
Posted on May 5, 2012 | No CommentsWith Cinco de Mayo, party hosts are stocking up on tequila to mix up traditional margaritas. However while many are excited for Cinco de Mayo soirees, for whatever reason, not everyone is a tequila...
