50 Shades of Gin

As you all know juniper defines Gin.  If there’s no juniper in the liquor, its not Gin.  Its really that simple.  Without juniper you have flavored (ugh) Vodka. But what other botanicals are ‘allowed’ in gin?  As it turns out, … Continue reading

Best Gins for a Martini? Here’s one Opinion

Are you wondering what Gin(s) make the best Martinis?  I came across this article while perusing my twitter feed (@Shkn_Nt_Strrd) and found it interesting.  I hope you do too. best-gins-to-use-in-a-martini I particularly like Gin #1 as a suggestion for a … Continue reading

Shaken vs. Stirred Revisited: Dilution

This is my second “Revisited” post on ‘Shaken vs. Stirred’.   The first dealt with Temperatures.  See Shaken vs. Stirred Revisited: Temperature if you missed it.   Today I’m going to elaborate on Dilution ….. Dilution: Many of my comments on temperature … Continue reading

Shaken vs. Stirred Revisited: Temperature

I’m baaaaack.  (Think Schwarzenegger!)  After the recent consecutive holidays (World Gin Day & National Martini Day) I took a couple of days off.  But I’m back with more thoughts and, of course, more martini reviews. Since I’ve had this blog … Continue reading

Happy National Martini Day

Its finally here, National Martini Day!   The perfect day to have a Perfect Martini.  Or to try a new Martini, or two? Enjoy the day with friends, new and old, but which ever way you choose to celebrate, Celebrate Safely. … Continue reading

Bar Review: The Grill on the Alley, Westlake Village, CA

The Grill on the Alley is located hidden in the back of a shopping complex.  You have to drive past several other beckoning restaurants.  But don’t be distracted, the Grill is where you want to be. I’ve been here a … Continue reading

Bar Review Suggestions?

Do you have a favorite Restaurant or Bar for which you would like a Martini review?  Something elegant or a ‘hole in the wall’?   Oceanfront view or a dive bar?  Let me know and I’ll make every effort possible to … Continue reading

Perfect Coffee!

No, this is not a post on how to make perfect coffee.  I have my hands full with a Perfect Martini.  But I wanted to elaborate on something about which I’ve been preaching.  And that is properly chilling the martini … Continue reading