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I guess it depends on what your schedule is like. I have a relative that works Thursday through Monday. His "weekend" is mid week for most people. I tend to drink on weekends as opposed to weekdays, because I have more leisure time. I don't need to be anywhere at a specific time, usually, so I...

I heard that Schlafly puts out a mean pumpkin ale. I haven't personally tried it, but it is said to taste like pumpkin pie. That might be too sweet for some. Boulevard had a Rosemary IPA that would probably go quite well with the savory portions. It was only available in a sampler, but I...

I like gin too on occasion. What kind of juice do you prefer? Have you tried it with cranberry and a splash or orange? It's tasty and refreshing. I prefer gin to vodka. Any drink typically made with vodka, I make with gin instead.

Summer is coming, and with it come refreshing cold drinks. The mint julep is a good old standby. It's sometimes considered a country drink, but anyone can enjoy it. It's easy to make and tasty. It usually has bourbon, water, ice, sugar, and of course, some fresh mint. To add a little...

I would suggest making sure you have had enough to eat before you start drinking. Drinking on an empty stomach can cause a lot of issues. You might also try drinking a glass of milk ahead of time to coat your stomach. This works for some people. I don't generally get heartburn or reflux from...

The Oarsman's Ale was nice. It was perfect for a day and cooking on the grill. I hope you are feeling better. What kind of cocktails do you like? I like a good margarita, ha ha. I'm also a fan of gin, preferably a gimlet. A good whisky is always nice and relaxing too. Hope you had a good...

The variety of craft beer is pretty great. There are many types and styles, and some are better for different occasions or seasons. Still, I say find what you like and drink it when you want to. While the darker brews and those with higher ABV are more suited to sitting inside by a fire, I...

I imagine it's some sort of advertising gimmick or just a cheaper way to package a product. Maybe it's even part of the "less packaging" bandwagon. I don't really know, just throwing stuff out there. It does seem weird though. Let me just say, ewwww.... yuck. My first thought also was that it...

We decided to try Bell's Oarsman Ale. It's been pretty warm outside here already this year, so we decided to try something refreshing to enjoy while sitting outdoors. This beer is described as just that, tart and refreshing. Bell's has proven to be a good brewery. We have enjoyed their...

It's weird. Some people get the munchies when they drink and others don't. My husband doesn't like food with a drink, unless maybe it's a nice glass of wine with dinner. I do get the munchies when I drink. It may be because it raises my blood sugar, and then when I'm done with the drink my...

I like your style. Blue cheese stuffed olives are so good. I especially like them with gimlets (gin for me). I have never stuffed my own though. Frankly, I never thought of it. I just happened to buy some once because they sounded good (and they were). Soft pretzels sound good too...

It is very different from what I'm used to as well. I enjoy tasting the really different options in craft beer. Some are like a work of art. We have been experimenting with a good deal of variety. Some are quite nice. They aren't cheap, so you can't really just drink them on a regular basis...

That's probably true. If you look hard enough, you can probably find a study somewhere that agrees with you. I always said that coffee, chocolate, and drinking had to be good for you, just because I enjoy them. Lo and behold, there are actually some health benefits to all of the above when used...

I think people have to keep in mind that not all beer is the same. If you have a picture in your mind of a typical beer like a Bud Light for example then yeah, imagining it warm is pretty gross. Other types and styles of beer are unique. Some are fuller bodied with more in depth, richer...

As @FolkArtist noted, it really depends on the type/style of beer. Some beers are just better when they are ice cold. Others are not. Some will state right on the label that cellar temperature is best. Some are even better at room temperature. Not really warm or hot but not really cold either...

Ha ha, I could see that happening. Maybe better to wait until after hiding eggs to start indulging. At least it's better than finding real (stinky) eggs way later on. You get a nice surprise instead of a mess. This sounds like a fun idea, but we currently still have kids involved. I'll have to...

Well yeah, all that alcohol kills the germs, ha ha. Kidding aside, I had no idea that there were relevant health benefits associated with drinking whisky. There are quite a few according to the article, and they are pretty important ones (heart health, cancer, etc.). Who knew? I'll drink to...

It's not my favorite style. Some are better than others. Sierra Nevada is a decent brand. Lots of people like them but IPAs seem to be the most popular. I don't really get the fascination. I'm not a hop head. Hoppy beer just isn't as satisfying to me as the dark, richer, styles.

I don't know what causes this particular brand to seem skunky, but maybe it is about the packaging. I just know that it never did much for me. It's funny, my husband said the same thing to me this weekend. His friends would act like it was some great feat to score some Heiney's (I guess...

Yeah, that's true. I'm not one to go with the trend just because it's cool. I have to actually like it. That's especially true when it comes to craft beer, since it isn't exactly cheap. I'm not going to pay extra for something because other people tell me it's what I should like. I do like to...