Recently, I had the opportunity to try two of the three current releases of ready-to-drink Old Fashioneds from one of my favorite bourbon producers, Penelope Bourbon. The two I tried were the Black Walnut and Peach. Let’s start with the Peach. The Peach Old Fashioned is very bourbon forward. Once you get past the intense bourbon […]
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RTD Cocktails: Are they worth your $$?
*Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by CW Spirits and Drink Brody’s. This post also contains affiliate links where I receive a small commission when a product is purchased.* Through my partnership with CW Spirits, I received some RTD’s to try from Drink Brody’s. For the purposes of this post, I have chosen two to highlight. […]
Literary Cocktails – Paradise Sauced
I have this amazing book called “Tequila Mockingbird” and it is all literary-themed cocktails. I have posted some of these recipes over on the Tikkity-Tokky. However, I never thought about posting them here. Well, that’s about to change. I am going to try and post as many of them as possible, along with the link […]
Kentucky Derby & The Mint Julep – A Match Made In Heaven
Well hello again. I know it’s been a hot minute. Life is crazy, so what can I do? Let’s just move on and talk about the upcoming Kentucky Derby!! The Derby is just around the corner. What better way to celebrate than to drink the official drink of the Derby – the Mint Julep. While […]
Summer Bar Essentials from Country Wine & Spirits, part 2
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I receive a small commission if you choose to purchase a product using my link. All opinions are my own. If you missed part one, you can go back and read it here. Just the Tipsy. Oh boy. Where do I start with this one? The bottle is…interesting. It […]
Summer Bar Essentials from Country Wine & Spirits – Part 1
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I receive a small commission if you choose to purchase a product using my link. All opinions are my own. Wow. It’s been a long time since I’ve had a chance to sit down and write! Life at the World HQ has been crazy, but what does one expect? […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
