I often joke that I like an old man’s drink. I have an affinity for the taste of whiskey and in fact I grew up under the atmosphere of it with the Seagram’s factory in my backyard. I have memories of a sweet earthy scent that would sit heavily in the air almost suffocating to…
Tag: bourbon
Whiskey Guide: Behind the Bar
(A copy of The North American Whiskey Guide from Behind the Bar was sent to me for review. As always all opinions are my own.) I never found myself behind the bar, well except for once serving drinks at a party hosted by my dorm, Royal Victoria College, at McGill and I don’t remember pouring too…
Beacon Hill Bistro’s Chef Josh Lewin: Passover, Beets & Bourbon
Do you say Pesach with a Southern twang? Apparently Josh Lewin does because his seder has bourbon. On Sunday, April 6th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Chef Lewin will be doing a demonstration and tasting at the Cambridge School of Culinary arts. His topic is: A Southern Style Passover. Inspired by ingredients from the traditional…
Recipe to Soothe a Sore Throat: Lemon Bourbon Elixir
When I was little I used to have a froat. Now when I’m home sick with a burning inside my neck I feel like a little kid with a froat and would gladly wake up to my mom by my side to take care of me. But now, I’m home alone (Isabelle is off climbing…
Peach Sangria with Bourbon
It’s peach season! There is no reason to wait for fall and apple picking time to head to the orchards. Whether you pick your own, head to the farmer’s market or stop in at Russo’s or Wilson Farm, keep a few of those juicy fuzzy balls (yes I totally just wrote that!) for a luscious…
Infusion Diabolique: Cocktails vs. Straight Up
If you’re not likely to drink anything straight up on the rocks, then you might surprise yourself with Infusion Diabolique’s infused tequila and bourbon. They can definitely stand alone. On the other hand, they also make a great cocktail. Here’s what we sampled last night at the MidWinter Revels. Infusion Diabolique Mixto: This is a…
Leah's Life: Pearls and Oysters 