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1. 15 (Other) Uses for Vodka

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   These are real uses for vodka in Russia. I originally posted this last year after a friend sent it to me. Somehow, I managed to delete it while updating the photo. Never drink and code, I guess. So back by popular demand... 15 (Other) Uses for Vodka 1. To remove a bandage painlessly, saturate the bandage with ...Read More

2. How to measure in 'parts'

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   Normal people measure things in ounces, cups, tablespoons and other recognizable increments. Cocktail people often use "parts" instead, which puts the recipe in the form of a ratio. A part can be any type of measurement. All you have to do is assign a measurement increment to be a part—for example, one part equals one ounce—then ...Read More

3. Sponsor Spotlight - Caravella Limoncello

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   Caravella is a premium limoncello, a lemon infused liqueur from Italy. People familiar with limoncello are likely to have first tasted it as a digestivo, served ice-cold, perhaps at an Italian restaurant. Owing to its history as an after-dinner digestivo, limoncello is typically not thought of as an ingredient in cocktails recipes. Caravella aims to ...Read More

4. Killer Halloween Drinking Game

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   Staying in with friends and a good (or bad) movie for Halloween? Here's a Halloween drinking game to accompany your home horror film screening. It works best with slasher films such as "Halloween," "Scream," "Friday the 13th" and "Texas Chainsaw Massacre." Since there are more than a few rules to keep track of, you may want ...Read More

5. Ginger Bell

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   It's time to delve into unusual flavor combinations! This cocktail mixes ginger, citrus, honey and bell pepper for a sweet and spicy summer surprise. The ginger and bell pepper give it some kick, while the honey and orange add soothing sweetness. Ginger Bell 1 ½ oz ginger vodka ½ oz honey-lemon bell pepper syrup* 1 oz fresh ...Read More