Drinkers Earn More

In a recent study, economists concluded that drinkers earn more than nondrinkers.

Woo-hoo!

“Instead of earning less money than nondrinkers, drinkers earn more,” authors of the study, Bethany Peters and Edward Stringham, wrote. More specifically, the study found that workers who drank in a social setting earned more than those who tipped a glass at home.”

The study showed that drinking men earned 10% more than tee-totaling men. Women earned 14% more than their non-drinking … Read more

Renegade

Who doesn’t like Tequila? From Rock n’ Roll legend Sammy Hagar and his Cabo Wabo Tequila comes this cocktail with attitude.

Ingredients

1 oz Cabo Wabo reposado tequila
1 oz triple sec
1 oz cointreau
1 oz Southern Comfort
1 oz pineapple juice

Instructions

Combine all in a shaker half-filled with ice. Shake well and strain into a tall glass nearly filled with ice.

As a bonus this week, a Cooking with Booze special from … Read more

Tips on Drinking with Co-workers

“A recent study found that boozing may be a career-building activity. Researchers at San Jose State University say alcohol helps workers “network professionally,” which in turn makes them more valuable employees.

However, it’s important to remember that no matter how relaxed the situation, you’re not out with your college pals. Everything you do or inappropriately blurt out in a slurred rant will have implications for your work life. “

Asylum gives us these 4 maxims … Read more

Is Expensive Vodka Worth It?

Reader Karl writes in about vodka quality:

“In reference to Vodka you stated “you get what you pay for.” Not true. Vodka is a neutral spirit because it is distilled at such a high temperature. It has no natural flavor or odor. So, when buying Vodka you should always buy the cheapest brand as long as it is the same proof as other brands.”

Sure, Karl, it is true that vodka is a neutral spirit … Read more

Independence Day Omakase

Happy 4th. We’ve gathered a few fun links for your enjoyment!

10 Other Things That Happened on July 4th [Mental Floss]
Extreme Grilling [Slashfood.com]
Regional Recipes and Cocktails [Food Network]
Red, White & Booze
More 4th of July Cocktails [The Hostess Blog]

Fun debate on Asylum:

America rejoins the British Empire
Britain become the 51st State

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Patriot Tea

Happy Independence Day! To celebrate, we have an All American Bourbon cocktail that is perfect for your July 4th Barbecue. Patriot tea starts with a fresh brewed pitcher of iced tea, lemon and mint. American Honey, a 71-proof bourbon & honey-based liquor from Wild Turkey is then added to the tea giving it the sweetness of honey and, of course, Kentucky Bourbon.

Grab a tall glass, hit the lawn chair and get ready for some … Read more

July 4th Cocktails from SKYY & Campari

Our friends at Campari, the makers of SKYY, Campari, and Cabo Wabo, created a collection of refreshing new cocktails for Independence Day.

All American Blue: Vodka, blue curaçao and white grape juice. Refreshing!
Americano: This cocktail put Campari on the map when hardly an American had ever heard of Campari.
Cherry Patriot: Cherry-infused vodka, whiskey, cointreau, sweet vermouth and a touch of lemon juice.
Firecracker AKA Pomegranate Margarita: Tequila and some other stuff. Need we

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Flick Your Bic – Cocktail Lighters

Despite many cities and states banning smoking in bars, drinking and smoking still are fast friends. To remind us all, the folks at Bic recently created this these fun cocktail-themed lighters. So as you are lighting up, you can remember your favorite cocktail. Some of the drinks included are the Martini, Screwdriver and Mojito.

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All American Blue

OMFG!

It is almost July 4th already. SKYY sent us this cocktail help keep you cool.

Ingredients

2 oz SKYY vodka
1 oz blue curaçao
2 oz white grape juice
Splash of soda

Instructions

Pour all ingredients except soda in a shaker and shake hard. Pour into a highball glass with the ice and garnish with a lime or green apple slice.

Courtesy of SKYY Vodka. 
More All-American Cocktails.… Read more

Chivas Regal 25 Year Old Review

Chivas Regal has recently recreated its original blend (also a 25-year-old) with Master Blender Colin Scott’s lifetime achievement, Chivas Regal 25 Year Old. Mr. Scott unveiled this luxury scotch whisky at the New York Public Library in a private tasting. We must have missed our invite?

At least the Chivas folks were nice enough to send a sample. So here it goes:

On the nose, Chivas Regal 25 Year Old, has hints of caramel and … Read more