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Beer Spots 3: Revenge of the Spots

by J Frazzetta on August 26th, 2008

Like a stain that won’t come out of your favorite shirt: it’s Beer Spots. This is, obviously, part 3 in my series to enlighten folks about where to find good beer close to home. Sadly, this will be my last installment, until I find more spots that catch my taste buds. Let us now migrate to the Queen City herself, Manchvegas, more affectionately known as Manchester.

The North End Superette is located at the corner...

Beer Review: Sea Dog, Apricot Wheat

by J Frazzetta on August 19th, 2008

Tap/Bottle: Bottle

Rule of Citrus: None

As summer is coming to a close I’m trying to squeeze in a few more summer beers before the weather gets cold. This week we have the Apricot Wheat Ale from Sea Dog Brewing Company. These guys are known for the Blueberry Wheat Ale, and if you like that, chances are you’ll enjoy the Apricot Wheat.

Hawaiian Honeymoon

by Michele on August 13th, 2008

As a newlywed with a delayed honeymoon, I am anticipating my trip to Hawaii with much excitement. So, on a recent night I created a dinner menu based on different Hawaiian flavors. And, of course, to accompany the dishes I wanted to serve a drink with a Hawaiian theme. If you have read my articles about martinis, you might have noticed that I prefer my beverages to have a fruity base. So, I went with my first instinct of a pineapple and coconut combination. I thought about making frozen pina coladas, but that sounded too heavy for a...

Beer Review: Chimay Ale, Cinq Cents

by J Frazzetta on August 12th, 2008

Bottle/Tap: Bottle

Rule of Citrus: None

If you’ve never seen Monty Python and the Holy Grail, you’re missing out. If you have, visualize the chanting monks. (If you know the chant, sing it.) Those are the guys that must brew this beer. Wait, what? Monks and beer, no way. Way.

Creole Collins

by TK on August 7th, 2008

Everyone knows Emeril Lagasse for his food. And on a recent trip to New Orleans, my wife and I went to his restaurant for dinner (Read the review at our sister publication Tasty Thoughts). While waiting at the bar for our table, I ordered a signature drink from their beverage menu, a Creole Collins.

Ingredients:

1 Part fresh lime juice
1 Part Cognac
1 Part spiced rum
Splash of simple syrup

Combine all the ingredients in a martini shaker filled with ice and shake well. Serve over ice in a highball glass...