Rum Again, Rum Again: Notes on Cockspur Rum
A little while back, fellow cocktail and spirits enthusiast/blogger/writer Lincoln rounded up a few of like-minded types to review a number of spirits and write about them. Booze reviews? Bottles … Continue reading
A Short Flight to Paper Plane
This past weekend, friend Jack and I made our way to downtown Decatur to seek out one of Atlanta’s newest cocktail-centric bars, Paper Plane. The cozy, retro-infused spot is the … Continue reading
A Taste of Richland Rum
A while ago, I was opining about the state of locally-produced liquor in Georgia — how it would be nice to see more of it, that the Atlanta bar scene … Continue reading
In Charleston? Need cocktails? Find The Gin Joint.
Recently, I paid a visit to Charleston, which has established itself as a culinary Mecca in the South — James Beard Award-winning chefs, fresh seafood, classic southern dishes, and more than a few microbreweries … Continue reading
Is Proof & Provision My New Favorite Bar?
In a word, Yes. True, I like Holeman & Finch, but it takes aim at the semi-high-spending gastropub crowd and is a tad over-hyped (I admit, I’ve done my share … Continue reading
David Wondrich, and a Bar Visit to Holeman & Finch
Well, I met David Wondrich last Thursday. Yes, I could heap applause and accolades upon him, but that’s been done enough already. I’ll just say that Mr. Wondrich was an … Continue reading
Bourbon & Rye Primer
The next meting of the Heron Social Club approaches! The theme? Bourbon and Rye. When you’re looking at base spirits, whiskey is arguably right up there with gin, a well-established … Continue reading
Bar Visit: Leon’s Full Service, July 08, 2011
“There comes a time when all the cosmic tumblers have clicked into place, and the universe opens itself up for a few seconds to show you what’s possible.” – Field … Continue reading
Bar Visit: JCT Kitchen & Bar, July 08, 2011
After heading to downtown Atlanta and meeting up with my good buddies Jack and BK, we decided to check out a few bars in the area which, partially by chance, … Continue reading
Tempered Spirits 