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Hey pallies. I just got back from a road trip and I tried this stuff. I was, frankly, skeptical, but dang, it is good ale. Check it out if you want a very smooth drink: Kiwanda Cream Ale

Now a days? No way, José. In the past, yah, I have little doubt I resorted to flat beer on occasion. ;)

Good point. Some Sangria sold commercial are basically wine coolers. I did find a nice Sangria actually bottled in Spain that was very close to the homemade stuff. It really hit the spot on the first really hot day here. :)

You can, but the results may be imparting a funky, chemically taste to the smoke. For a cheap smoke just because, it might work. However, if you are going to sit down, relax, and enjoy a fine cigar, it is best to start the journey off right.

I think Frank Sinatra's song, "That's Life"* can sum up an lot of living. There are ups, downs, and a lot of in between. Every person has to find meaning and happiness in his or her way; it is simply part of the human condition. And there is truth in the phrase "this too will pass" because...

Pretty cool chart. Infographics are generally kind of fun and informative. Make one for beer and it is even more so. :D

I don't know why it is called that, beyond Vodka being Russia's national drink. On the topic, Modern Drunkard magazine has an interesting, and humorous, article: Yes, Olga, There Is a Mr. Smirnoff

I recently read a reference to Russian cigars. I never really though of them being produced in the RF, but I guess I shouldn't be surprised. Has anyone sampled Russian cigars? How did you like it? Any you didn't care for? Thanks!

Have you ever brewed your own beer? How did it turn out; delicious or disgusting? Was it better than store bought? Did you save any cash in the process? Beer brewing is legal in my country so I've gotten the idea to give it a spin. Thanks for sharing. :)

I haven't seen that one. I just looked it up out of curiosity and I don't recognize most of the actors names. What can I say, I mostly know the older pictures. The premise, however, sounds hilarious. :)

Have you ever done the Moscow Mule thing? I have a pally that drinks them down like Cocacola. For those that don't know, it is a drink made of Vodka, lime juice, ginger beer, and a lime wedge. It is served in a copper mug. I've found it OK, particularly in the summer months, but I wouldn't...

I don't think I've ever had Woodford Reserve. A quick price check does put it several clicks above other offerings. But if it is good stuff, then the price of admission would be worth it. Sometimes you just have to go quality.

Agreed, that doesn't sound pleasant. I suppose the beer would make a bit of difference depending on how strong or not it was. But still, indeed, that does sound like an odd combo.

Out of curiosity, I looked it up just now in my desk edition of Websters and the first spelling is "Whiskey" followed later in the same entry as "Whisky". Curiously, the latter is followed by "Scotch or Canadian whiskey". :confused:

I live in the States and I've seen it printed both ways. The version "whiskey" looks "right" to my eyes, though I honestly have no idea why. As far as I know, both are correct, and the spelling the US has varied depending upon the time period and region.