Monthly Archives: August 2011

Home Bartender: Thai Basil Sangria Recipe

Posted on August 26, 2011 by howdy

Summer’s not over yet! That means there’s still time for BBQ’s with friends, Poolside Cocktails, tossing the frisbee around, and of course, Sangria. While Sangria might not be everyone’s go-to summer beverage, it certainly kicks any gathering of friends up … Continue reading →

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Moody Booze — Do Different Types of Liquor Affect the Mood?

Posted on August 24, 2011 by howdy

In everyone’s group of regular drinking buddies, there always seems to be patterns of who tends to be the “sad drunk,” or “the flirt,” or the “wild and crazy drunk.”  Even after one drink, some people immediately start to feel … Continue reading →

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The Best of Both Worlds: Boozy Dessert

Posted on August 16, 2011 by howdy

When we think decadent, two things come to mind: liquor and dessert.  Both, of course, have their drawbacks, but we just can’t help but let ourselves be drawn to them–one fun and social, the other indulgent and delicious.  And now … Continue reading →

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Awesomely Bad NYC Dive Bars

Posted on August 15, 2011 by howdy

New York has a lot to offer by way of nightlife – the swankiest nightclubs, the most luxurious lounges, the most decadent wine bars. But keeping up with that scene can get exhausting. Sometimes you just want to grab a … Continue reading →

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The Five Oldest Happy Hours in America

Posted on August 9, 2011 by howdy

As legend has it, our Founding Father’s gathered in ale houses to plot the American Revolution around frosty mugs (perfect for slamming down in emphatic agreement). Certainly the pub owner–thrilled at the choosing of his particular establishment–would have given a … Continue reading →

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