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Stirred, not shaken
Sitting at the bar in the new Westin in Napa, considered to be the top, new hotel in Downtown Napa, I figured their bartender would know how to fix a martini. But no, I was wrong. When my Tanqueray 10 … Continue reading
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What I’m drinking … Hoegaarden
Sunshine, cool breezes, fields of green grass and wildflowers below fat clouds hinting at possible rain showers drifting across blue skies. Spring is one of my favorite seasons and heralds a time to put away dark stouts and smoky porters … Continue reading
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What I’m drinking … free wine!
I work at a winery, my wife works at a winery so we get lots of free wine. It’s a great industry perk and I never tire of coming home to find a case of wine sitting on our kitchen … Continue reading
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The wintry weather had me in the mood for a smooth, indulgent cocktail this past weekend. I was making a big batch of carnitas and wanted a few cocktails before dinner. In light of the carnitas, I found myself leaning … Continue reading
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My own homebrew! I’ve been enjoying the fruits of my own labor for about a month now and I feel confident enough to declare this batch a success. You may recall a recent post in which I described a homebrewing … Continue reading
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There is an affliction upon American beer and it’s called “lite.” It seems if folks drink beer they’re of two sorts. Those who are committed snobs who aren’t phased by paying $10 for a six pack of their favorite triple … Continue reading
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When it’s time for that frosty beverage at the end of the day most folks turn to beer, wine or perhaps a cocktail. One option that doesn’t get picked often, in the U.S. at least, is cider. Fermented apple juice … Continue reading
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A little sweetness every now and then, it ain’t a bad thing. Now, for full disclosure I should say that X Winery is where Christine works, but that has not infringed upon my objectivity as a journalist. I’ve been enjoying … Continue reading
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An authentic German Hefeweizen like Paulaner’s has an irresistible structure and balance. This is not just a beer, but a well designed beer. And not just well designed, but structured in such a way it’s as if you just couldn’t … Continue reading
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The word of the day is caipirinha. I think I butcher it every time I say it, but the pronunciation is kai-pur-een-ya. This is reportedly the national drink of Brazil. I wish I had been to Brazil or knew some … Continue reading
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