National Martini Day is Coming: June 19, 2016

Time to start planning; National Martini Day is right around the corner!   Well 90 days from today, that’s sort of around the corner.  😉 … Continue reading

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to one and all. Enjoy an “Irish” Martini …. one with green garnish and decoration.  But please leave the drink clean clear and pure.   My thanks to PortGirl for the photo! … Continue reading

World Gin Day is Coming: June 11, 2016

Time to start planning; World Gin Day is right around the corner!   Well 90 days from now, more or less, that’s sort of around the corner.  😉 I hope to do another round of Gin Tastings, similar to last years.  … Continue reading

St. Patrick’s Day next week!

March 17th and St. Patrick’s Day are just around the corner.   How are you planning on celebrating?  Does a green Martini sound right? I’ve railed railed about ‘tinis in the past:  Appletini, Mintini, Chocotini, and on and on.   The purist … Continue reading

Random Martini Quote of the Day

“My doctor said eat more fruits & vegetables. An extra strawberry in my daiquiri & olive in my martini should do the trick” Maxine (John Wagner)   If you haven’t check out our “Martini Quotes” page in a while you’ll … Continue reading

Happy National Margarita Day

Yes, I know this is a Martini blog, but who says you can’t celebrate National Margarita day with a Martini?   LOL Have a great and safe holiday with whatever libation you choose.   … Continue reading

VJOP Gin??? Absolutely!!

While at my favorite watering hole recently, I noticed that they had a ‘new’ Gin on the shelf:  Sipsmith VJOP.  I thought I would have a go and I’m very glad I did.  This Gin is excellent! So what does … Continue reading

Random Martini Quote of the Day

“There is no sugar in a martini; no egg whites, no black and white rums, no shaved almonds, no fruit juice, no chocolate, and no spices…. It is a clear, clean, cold, pure, honest drink …” Donald G. Smith, Wall … Continue reading

Bar Review: The Cat and the Custard Cup, La Habra, CA

“The Cat” as locals call it, is a hidden gem in this quite bedroom community in North Orange County.  It has been here hidden in the hills since 1979, but its root go back even further.  It is part of … Continue reading

World Cocktail Day; May 13, 2016 is Coming

World Cocktail Day; May 13, 2016 is Coming in just 90 days.  Are you ready? … Continue reading