I've been meaning to explain WHY I started tracking the 50 Best Bars list ever since my spreadsheet went slightly viral (by spreadsheet standards) - but decided to point out some of the issues I have with it when an Instagram post made that more relevant. Now I'm finally back to finish my original post. … Continue reading Why (and how) We Started Following 50 Best Bars
Category: Cocktails
Booze for History Buffs
A couple of years ago, Summit Brewing and the Minneapolis Institute of Art teamed up and made a Tudor Ale for a special event at the museum. I was lucky enough to make it to the Summit taproom while they still had some and it was delicious and fascinating! I remember thinking it was a … Continue reading Booze for History Buffs
Drinking the Bounty: Cucumber
Commentary to follow Cucumber #1 2 sprigs cilantro 2 medium slices of cucumber 2 oz mezcal (Del 3/4 oz lime juice 1/2 oz maraschino Muddle the cilantro, cucmber, and mezcal in the bottom of a shaker glass. Add lime juice, maraschino, ice. Shake well, double strain into a glass, and garnish with a thin … Continue reading Drinking the Bounty: Cucumber