Drinking and advertising go hand in hand. It just does, that is the way it is. I’ll never forget the head of an agency, where I once worked, proudly displaying the kegerator he had just put in. Every Friday, we let ad sales people buy us a keg. Not a bad deal.
Ad Age reports the resurgence of the in house ad agency bar. They have also put together a list of the best agency … Read more
Quick reminder: The I’m Talkathon is going well. If you haven’t already checked it out, here’s the deal. Chat using MSN Chat and help out one of 10 charities ranging from the Humane Society to UNICEF.
It is really that simple. Read the blog, start a conversation. Click here to get started.… Read more
Reader B.C. sent us this smart shot. Tennessee Whiskey, Bourbon & Scotch all blended together in perfect harmony.
Ingredients
Instructions
Mix gently over ice in a mixing glass. Strain and serve straight up in a shot glass or on the rocks in a highball glass.… Read more
19th-century bartender Jerry Thomas is known as the father of the American cocktail and most just called him “Professor.” With stints in New York, London, San Francisco and other cities about the globe, he spread cocktail culture the world over.
Imbibe! is Jerry’s story and a great read. The author does a great job of capturing cocktail culture of the late 1800s. Truly a great read.
Imbibe!: From Absinthe Cocktail to Whiskey Smash, a Salute … Read more
Brunch is a time-honored tradition and a must for summer weekends. Who are we to thank this laid-back bonus meal that defies the rules established by the traditional three-times-daily meal plan?
Some claim brunch emerged as a leisurely privilege for wealthy Brits during the turn of the 19th/20th century and point to Guy Beringer’s 1895 essay “Brunch: A Plea,” in which he argued, “By eliminating the need to get up early on Sunday, brunch would … Read more
Belgian-Brazilian brewer InBev has has purchased St. Louis Brewery Anheuser-Busch for almost $52 billion. After giving up a fight, the iconic brewery gave in and agreed to be acquired by the maker of Beck’s, Stella Artois and others. The new company will be called Anheuser-Busch InBev and Budweiser will be its flagship brand.
InBev to Buy Anheuser-Busch, Gains Top Market Share [Bloomberg]… Read more
In a recent study, economists concluded that drinkers earn more than nondrinkers.
Woo-hoo!
“Instead of earning less money than nondrinkers, drinkers earn more,” authors of the study, Bethany Peters and Edward Stringham, wrote. More specifically, the study found that workers who drank in a social setting earned more than those who tipped a glass at home.”
The study showed that drinking men earned 10% more than tee-totaling men. Women earned 14% more than their non-drinking … Read more
Who doesn’t like Tequila? From Rock n’ Roll legend Sammy Hagar and his Cabo Wabo Tequila comes this cocktail with attitude.
Ingredients
Instructions
Combine all in a shaker half-filled with ice. Shake well and strain into a tall glass nearly filled with ice.
As a bonus this week, a Cooking with Booze special from … Read more
“A recent study found that boozing may be a career-building activity. Researchers at San Jose State University say alcohol helps workers “network professionally,” which in turn makes them more valuable employees.
However, it’s important to remember that no matter how relaxed the situation, you’re not out with your college pals. Everything you do or inappropriately blurt out in a slurred rant will have implications for your work life. “
Asylum gives us these 4 maxims … Read more
Reader Karl writes in about vodka quality:
“In reference to Vodka you stated “you get what you pay for.” Not true. Vodka is a neutral spirit because it is distilled at such a high temperature. It has no natural flavor or odor. So, when buying Vodka you should always buy the cheapest brand as long as it is the same proof as other brands.”
Sure, Karl, it is true that vodka is a neutral spirit … Read more
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