2022 was one hell of a roller coaster year. I started the year by getting a new-to-me car (yay!!). In March, my aunt passed away after a hellish battle with brain cancer (boo! F*ck cancer!). Over the summer, I got a significant raise (yay!!). Somewhere in the fall, I started working waaaaaaaayyyyyyyy too much. Like […]
Cocktails
Shutdown Diaries – AGAIN???
So if you haven’t been paying attention, parts of the US are shutting down again. Here in Washington, where this sites World HQ is, we are in a strict lockdown. Restaurants and bars (including wineries, distilleries, and breweries) are either to-go only or outdoor dining. Some places have chose to close completely, as it doesn’t […]
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What I’m Drinking with my “Must Watch” Fall TV
The warm days of summer are slowly slipping away, allowing for fall to gently come rustling in. Lemonade and iced tea are giving way to hot chocolate and apple cider. My most happy thought about this, though? It’s the new season of some of our favorite shows!! Here’s what I’m drinking while watching my shows: […]
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Mixology Monday: Hot Toddy
What is this, you ask? Mixology Monday is where I get to share some of my favorite cocktail recipes with you. Whether it be twists on old favorites or original cocktails that I concoct, you’ll find them here! Today is National Hot Toddy Day. It couldn’t come at a better time, being that we’ve had […]
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Thirsty Thursday: Cocktail Hour
Cocktails. The one thing that can elevate a bar or party from “meh” to great. The current craft distillation boom has led to a renaissance for the cocktail. A recent article in the Huffington Post has also championed for the return of in-home cocktail parties. This renaissance also means that there are some great options […]
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Super Bowl: A Time to Eat, Drink and Have Fun
Super Bowl Sunday is just a few days away. In your last minute preparations, have you thought about what you’re going to drink? I see you shaking your head. Don’t fret. Here’s a quick roundup of what to serve at your Super Bowl party and *NOT* break the bank. Now, there’s no questioning who I’m […]
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It’s *that* time of year again…
The air is nippy…houses are brightly adorned with twinkling lights…people are driving with trees on their roofs…local stores are packed…the little ones are really making sure they’ve been good… Yep…it must be the holidays. Which means it’s also time for holiday parties, gift exchanges and those “oh shit!” last minute gifts. Or the predicament I […]
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‘Cause I can’t live on wine alone…
I know…I know…this is a wine blog, but honestly, I can’t live on just wine alone. Every once in awhile (okay, QUITE often), I need something a teensy bit stronger. Enter in my friend, vodka. Over the years, I’ve drank vodka from many producers. In fact, my liquor “cabinet” right now reads like a who’s […]
