Here is a Pre-Prohibition drink that was surprisingly smooth. Named after Delmonico’s Restaurant, a very popular establishment that was opened from 1830 until Prohibition force the family to shut it’s doors in 1923. Unlike the restaurant. this cocktail has stood the test of time. An enjoyable sipping beverage for any occasion. Delmonico 1 oz. Gin […]
Since Frank Zappa was a non-drinker, I doubt he had anything to do with the name of this cocktail. However, this drink is probably named for its simplicity to put together, yet complexness in flavor. A vodkatini with triple sec added, it is definitely for the imbibers that like to taste the flavor of the […]
I chose this drink to be the Drink of the Day because I found myself intrigued with the scotch, dry vermouth, and grapefruit juice combination. I had to taste it first hand to really grasp what these three ingredients would do to enhance the overall cocktail. I was very surprised on the first sip how the […]
Sandy Duncan, probably the best known actor to play Peter Pan (at least in my era), ended her run in Los Angeles on this day in 1982. She had played him for 956 appearances, not missing one show! Cathy Rigby has been doing the part ever since her deparure from this broadway hit. I felt that was impressive […]
The Martini name has become such a generic term in today’s market, I needed to make this the drink of the day just to make a point. To all of you people out there going to their “martini bars” for that new and fashionable fruity up beverage, I got news for you. What you are […]
On this date in 1783, George Washington would resign as general of the United States Army. He had been victorious with an unexperienced Army by keeping the British second guessing themselves with some of the movements he made. He had done what he had originally accomplished; he defeated the British and was a large part in ensuring […]
Believe it or not, today marks the anniversary when, in 1918, Robert Ripley would begin writing an article with illustrations entitled, “Ripley’s Believe It Or Not”. This one idea would amass into a radio show and a television show before his death. For 30 years, Ripley would enjoy much wealth and fame due to this […]
On this date, back in 1816, Indiana became the 19th State of the United States of America. Known for being a very rural state, it does have the 18th largest city in the country in Indianapolis. It also has many great colleges and universities - Notre Dame, Purdue, Indiana University just to name a few […]
When I think of Frank Zappa, I think of this party I was at when I was in my early twenties. I went to the bathroom and closed the door, and staring at me was Frank Zappa sitting on the john. This is still one of my favorite posters of all time. It also summerizes […]
Another one of those days where I wanted to give you a little history on a pre-Prohibition drink. Legend has it that this cocktail wasn’t even invented in New York City, but Philadelphia. It was discovered by Bronx restauranteur Joseph Sormani while visiting the City of Brotherly Love in 1905. He would bring it back […]
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