“Have you ever had a Smooth & Angry Cocktail?” she asked. “Um no – I don’t believe I’ve ever heard of that.” “Well, it’s truly the best. It consists of Blanton’s bourbon, ice, a splash of Coke, and a splash of root beer. Here, try it. It’s on me.” And so it was. The Smooth…
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This simple drink became popular in the 1970s, though no one’s really sure of its origins. Some stories say it was inspired by the famous gangster film of the same name; others say that the Don himself, Marlon Brando, drank it regularly. I don’t know if we’ll ever know the truth of the tale. But…
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I often have a hard time convincing folks of the fine and intricate marriage of flavor of basil and vanilla. The union of basil and chocolate, for that matter, is just as exquisite. Savory and sweet, yet aromatic to the extreme. I tell you, this mix dominates both a sweet or a savory dish and…
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