The smoke from Canada has arrived, and the air has been hazy and malodorous for several days now. The heat and humidity aren't helping with that, but having AC makes it tolerable. Of course, local news is running stories such as "Is it safe to run my AC when air...
Anniversary? Yeah, two local breweries are celebrating their anniversaries this weekend. Great Lakes is 38 years old, and Saucy is 9. What, there was some other type of anniversary you thought I would be mentioning? But you care not for that, but for the links. Yeah,...
In the middle of a heat wave that would apparently kill thousands and thousands of Europeans, we're celebrating 'Merica's anniversary. Thankfully, we have AC here, as well as power. But yes, tell us how there's no cuisine here in 'Merica. In the craft beer world, this...
New month, new Cocktail of the Month from the Substack. We’re fully into summer here, with temperatures going up into the 90s. This means summer drinks are the order of the day. For that, I’m going to go with the Tom Collins. On the other hand, I’ll also argue that...
As we move into the end of June, I have learned of an insidious expansion of shrinkflation. Stopped at the liquor store, and chatted with the clerk about the strange spate of good bottles on the clearance section (Ohio does Last Call for discontinued bottles). He let...
In this part, I’ll make the attempt with one of the carbonated offerings, which adds it’s own difficulties. They did not go with something that adds light carbonation while dissolving (like Nuun tablets do), and instead ask for it to be topped with soda water. This...
We're back with another Friday, so let's get you going with some links. It's the end of an era. [obligatory] I blame the HOA. *blink* *blink* You Sure About That? You SURE About That? You Sure About That? YOU SURE ABOUT THAT? Since I'm not from Texas, absolutely...
A while back, I noticed some little mix packs in a gift shop in Vegas. They were from Noble Mick’s and promised single serve craft cocktails out of a pouch. They were priced at a couple of bucks each, so I picked some up. I’m always interested in trying new...
Welcome back to a sea on stability during the swells of summer weather. I've had to turn on the AC at last, but may be able to turn it off over the weekend. But you care not for that, so lets get to the links. Racists in the wild. I'm waiting for Steam to pull out of...
Yep, still me. Sorry guys, you're stuck with my lackluster links yet again. For my fellow Ohioans, there's a new trail to hit up. Sometimes a single vote does matter. I would say that Paradox's entire line would count. I have enjoyed the resurgence of turn based RPGs...
Sloopy is still digesting his full English, so you're stuck with me today. I think appointed officials are doing enough by themselves. Speaking of... This is my representative. But do they take Diner's Club? Buc-ee continues it's expansion into Ohio. Serious...
Here's the latest Cocktail of the Month from the Substack: As summer comes, I’m going to go back for a twofer with the cocktail of the month for June. The Aviation has had two distinct recipes since its creation back at the beginning of the 20th century. The reason...
Here at the end of May, it appears Cleveland has decided it's time for spring. I expect a week or two of that before the summer temperatures roll in and I have to show I'm better than most of Europe by turning on the central air. FAFO. We'll need to remember this when...
Well, it's the kickoff to summer season, with rib cook offs starting up. So, let's get started here, as there's smoked pig to eat. In local news, there's now at least a second place making a spirit out of maple syrup. Classy! Is this large enough to count as a...
Sorry, no clever title for today. The girlfriend and I watched Punisher: One Last Kill. It is bad. It is meaningless. It serves no purpose. It also doesn't help connect Born Again to Spider-Man. Long story short, the audio wasn't the problem. This sums up my entire...
Still waiting for spring to spring here, and Ohio On Tap week begins, but let's get to the links. For those who want to go full Midwestern drunk. The publishers are just taunting aren't they? Oh, I remember when this would be considered malicious. I preferred Might...
Here's the latest Cocktail of the Month from the Substack: It’s May, so let me give you an idea for a new drink to make for Mother’s Day. The Mint Julip wants to claim May, but I defer to Hunter S. Thompson regarding those. The Origin This is likely going to be one of...
Obligatory music choice to start this off, although I doubt many will be partaking. It's damned cold out (40s and raining), so glad I prepped the bikes for riding. It's happening! Final reminder for FCBD! I predict many broken watches and/or wrists. I have questions,...
Important house keeping announcement, as it currently stands there is no pending articles waiting to be scheduled. If you want to keep having the same snark, comments, and posting schedule, any assistance would be appreciated. April comes to an end, the NFL draft...
Mid way through April, and I still can't put the winter coats away. We're expecting 30s on Hopfest (4/20). But, let's get to the links... I know my purchases tend towards older, indies, and discounts. America, the country where the poor are rich enough to be targeted...
SugarFree was busy, so you've got stuck with my filler piece today from the Substack. As craft beer declines, wine sales slump, and spirit sales collapse, there’s one sector of the drink industry that is experiencing growth. That’s the RTD (Ready To Drink) cocktail...
This is the last Friday before you the money gets taken out to feed the beast (I'm getting hit with an ~$10 underpayment penalty... dicks). I'll say that I don't mind Deep Eddy (for gins being marketed as vodka). Their Ruby Red Grapefruit is amazing... as long as you...
While it's the home opener for the Guardians Indians today, the girlfriend is both upset and happy. Upset because there's no Bananaball for her to watch this weekend, happy because her name got pulled in the ticket lottery, so it appears we're going to a game in...
The Clover Club - Spring has Sprung It’s a new month, which means a new cocktail of the month. This time, I’m going way back to pre-prohibition times to bring back one that’s a favorite of mine. The Origin This is a pre-prohibition drink, so it’s got history behind...
First, I give a gift. I've been using this as my response to spam texts/messages recently, and it has amused me. I leave it here for you. But let's get going with the links. First, let's go back to the halcyon days of the 00s. I hope this dies when Search for Gollum...