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Cigar Review – Metallica S84 Shade to Black by Drew Estates Brand: Drew Estates Vitola: Robusto 5 x…
Chateau Purcari — Freedom Blend Tribute Edition “The heart of Georgia, the terroir of Moldova, the free spirit of…
Cigar Review – Joya de Nicaragua Cinco Cinco (55th Anniversary) Brand: Joya de Nicaragua Vitola: Toro 6 x 52 Filler:…
Oak and Bond Scotch Coffee: the Gold standard of infused coffee One morning, like every morning, I went to…
Peet’s Big Bang: a Tribute well done The Big Bang is a medium-roasted Ethiopian coffee. The coffee considered is…
Derby Day: The Mint Julep Chronicles In the sultry embrace of a Southern summer, where the air hung heavy with humidity, and the sun beat down relentlessly, a drink emerged that would become synonymous with leisure, elegance, and the spirit of the South—the Mint Julep. Whispers of legend carry us back to ancient Persia, where the seeds of the Mint Julep were first sown. The Persians, in their wisdom, crafted a refreshing elixir known as ‘Gulab,’ a blend of rose petals, water, and honey. This nectar of the gods embarked on a journey through time, adapting and evolving with each culture it encountered. Its odyssey would eventually bring it to the shores of America, where it would find its true home in the South’s lush fields and warm hospitality. The Mint Julep’s tale in America unfolds in the early days of the republic when it swiftly ascended to the heights of popularity among the Southern elite. While the exact moment of its creation may be lost to time, its presence in literature and oral tradition paints a vivid picture of a drink that was not just a refreshing relief from the sweltering heat but also a symbol of status and refinement. In the bustling streets of 18th-century Charleston, South Carolina, gentlemen would gather in the shaded alcoves of exclusive clubs, sipping Mint Juleps as they discussed matters of politics and commerce. The recipe was simple yet refined—a mixture of bourbon, crushed ice, sugar, and fresh mint, served in an elegant silver or pewter cup. Each sip was a symphony of flavors, with the coolness of the ice mingling harmoniously with the warmth of the bourbon and the sweetness of the sugar. As the plantation economy flourished in the antebellum South, so did the Mint Julep’s popularity. It became the signature…
Coors Spirits Wins Big at Spirit Competitions Coors Spirits Co. Wins Big at Prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition…
New Limited Release from Black Label Tracing Co: ORTHODOX April 26, 2024 — Black Label Trading Co (BLTC) will…
L.E. AVO Expression-A Collaboration with Renowned DJ D-NICE (Miami, Florida) April 19, 2024. Avo Cigars, a leader in hand-made…
Williams Racing & Coachbuilt Whisky – New Partnership Williams Racing and Coachbuilt Whisky, a premium blended whisky co-founded by…
CROWNED HEADS CREATES ‘FOUR KICKS 444’ EXCLUSIVELY FOR BRIARWORKS Crowned Heads is pleased to announce ‘Four Kicks 444,’ a…
One of the joys of writing reviews on cigars, whiskeys, and the pairings between them is that you will often…
Starbucks: The exploration-a second date! The notorious Mr. Greybeard, ladies and gentlemen, and I have had ongoing conversations about the…
IronRoot Distillery Tour: A coffee persons view Yes I know, I’m the coffee guy, but I enjoy a good dram…
HOPS Isle of Man: The Beginnings Opening and running a bar is easy, right? It’s one of those things we’ve…
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Derby Day: The Mint Julep Chronicles In the sultry embrace of a Southern summer, where the air hung heavy with…