Friday, July 5, 2013

Too Much Fireworks and Rum

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     Ever have one of those mornings after the holiday that you had to work on?   I'm having one today.    I spent too much time at th...
Thursday, July 4, 2013

Happy Fourth of July All

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     This morning started with a small shower and then a beautiful sunrise.   How can it get any better, with fireworks and a lot of fun cel...
Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Independance Day Cocktail Time

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     When I think about a cocktail for the fourth of July, I think about three.  A Red, White and Blue cocktail, giving you three distinct f...
Tuesday, July 2, 2013

The Color in Your Rum: Where Does it Come From?

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Burnt and Unburnt Barrel Stave's      The color of rum, it is what draws you in and makes you really want it.  In the case of the wh...
Monday, July 1, 2013

Rum in Classic Cocktails.

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     Rum is such a versatile spirit, it can be put in many of the classic cocktails replacing Bourbon and Vodka.   I'm going to try and ...
Sunday, June 30, 2013

June's Super Moon Rise

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    June is coming to an end and a super month it was.   The skies have spoken in light all month long.  There have been beautiful sun rises...
Saturday, June 29, 2013

Rum Cocktails from Refined Rums

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     There seems to be a change in the category of rum going on today.  There is a shift from the simple white rum and cola or fruit juice...
Friday, June 28, 2013

You Wonder Why I Love Key West?

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    If there is any doubt in your mind about the beauty of a tropical sky near sunset, look at what I got to enjoy last night as I walked do...
Thursday, June 27, 2013

Island Cocktail Time

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     This is the time of year for one of those tall and cool cocktails full of fruity flavors and fun.   I went digging through some of my c...
Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Thoughts on Traveling

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    I returned from Boston last evening after a whirlwind trip to Boston and Raynham.  It was wonderful seeing my mother for a while and hav...
Monday, June 24, 2013

Amazing Day, Mom and Boston

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Looking to the grove past the barn       An amazing thing happening in modern day travel, Internet aboard the plane.  Here I am at 37,00...
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Off to Boston This Morning

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     Another travel day today, headed to Boston to Visit the Ernest Hemingway wing of the JFK Presidential Library.    Hoping to get some ...
Sunday, June 23, 2013

White Bay, BVI

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   White Bay off of Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands is one of the most beautiful bays anywhere and a place I hopefully will be a...
Saturday, June 22, 2013

Phraya Rum from Thailand

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     Phraya Rum from Thailand is an idea founded on the basic elements, Fire, earth, air and water.    This is a time honored Asian beli...
Friday, June 21, 2013

The First Day of Summer

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     Today begins summer here in the northern hemisphere, It is a warm and beautiful day here in Key West.    This is the start of the quiet...
Thursday, June 20, 2013

What does it Mean to Wear a Mount Gay Red Cap?

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   The Mount Gay Red Cap, one of the most prized possessions of anyone that owns one, but how do you get to possess one?   I got mine cruisi...
Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Thoughts on St. Lucia and her Rums

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     The tiny island of St. Lucia in the southern Caribbean is a lush place of beauty that is loaded with natural resources that make rum pr...
Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Drinking and Your Weight

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     This is a subject that I live with every day, both as a barman and as a person that lives on a "Weight Watchers" diet.     I ...
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Monday, June 17, 2013

Monday Cocktail Time with Rhum Barbancourt Pango

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    Rhum Barbancourt Pango is one of the truly wonderful mixing rums.  The flavor is superb and natural tasting, providing a great base for ...
Sunday, June 16, 2013

Thinking about a Habana and Dinner for Two

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    Habana is loaded with quaint little restaurants like the one at Tienda de Habanos.  This is a wonderful place with an atmosphere that ne...
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Saturday, June 15, 2013

Season Coming to an End and Headed into Summer Mode

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   The season here in Key West is starting to wind down and we are moving into the Summer mode.   This just means that I can have a few m...
Friday, June 14, 2013

You Can Buy the Products of Florida Distilleries at the Distillery Now

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     Rick Scott, Governor of Florida signed into law two bills that will redefine business for state distilleries.   HB 347 / SB642 will se...
Thursday, June 13, 2013

Grog and Bumbo: Pirates to Politics

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    In the world of rum history there are two very old mixtures that come to mind.  Grog and Bumbo, these were mixtures that were a big part...
Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Happy Wednesday

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   Internet problems all day, so here is a happy sunny morning picture to brighten up your day.   Hopefully everything will work right tomor...