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Beverages and Blades - Traditional of Course
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Je comprends parfaitement, mon ami.You don't say! Possibly a wine side-effect!There's a good deal of monday left!
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Thank you for the kind words, my friend. Mezcal is a relatively recent discovery for me and I’ve been enjoying exploring various cocktail options.
Lovely pairing. I’ve never tried a Welsh Black. Sounds and looks intriguing and that Joker is a looker, too.
It’s about to turn rainy here, which is our version of stout and other black beer weather. I’ll have to bring in some before the weekend.
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This one is a bit of nostalgia for me:
I first tried Blenheim Ginger Ale as a child after my uncle, who lived in South Carolina at the time, brought some along when he was visiting my dad. Now, it's called ginger ale, but it's very strong, at least as strong as what you'd expect from a ginger beer these days. They aren't kidding about that little "hot" marker under the "Blenheim" name on the label. I didn't know that and when I took a big swig of the glass they handed me I was so caught by surprise that most of it ended up coming out of my nose.
I found this bottle on the shelves of a local store and decided to give it a try. Tell you what, it still packs a punch. I sneezed after the first sip.
The Old Timer 34OT seemed like a nice pairing for this walk down memory lane.
I first tried Blenheim Ginger Ale as a child after my uncle, who lived in South Carolina at the time, brought some along when he was visiting my dad. Now, it's called ginger ale, but it's very strong, at least as strong as what you'd expect from a ginger beer these days. They aren't kidding about that little "hot" marker under the "Blenheim" name on the label. I didn't know that and when I took a big swig of the glass they handed me I was so caught by surprise that most of it ended up coming out of my nose.
I found this bottle on the shelves of a local store and decided to give it a try. Tell you what, it still packs a punch. I sneezed after the first sip.
The Old Timer 34OT seemed like a nice pairing for this walk down memory lane.
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That is a mighty fine looking lambsfoot, Dylan. Maybe the best red jigged bone I've seen.A favorite for tonight.
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Congratulations Taylor. I have two daughters that have brought nothing but joy and happiness. As James Brown says in "It's a man's world"... "it wouldn't be nothin... nothin... nothin... without a woman or a girl."
While I enjoy this thread immensely with regard to the wines and spirits, the vessels you drink from are wonderful and most interesting.
You pushed me over the edge with this one Dylan. The first one that spoke to me was the Craftsman barlow that @Wurrwulf had re-handled by Glenn in an amber jigged bone, then the glorious stag handled Buck I won from Glenn and now this lambsfoot.A favorite for tonight.
I yield
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That's a wonderful spirit, Dylan, the only other Irish that compares for my palate is the Powers John's Lane.
And what a great job Glenn did on the rehaft . . . the jigging sings!
And what a great job Glenn did on the rehaft . . . the jigging sings!
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Thank you very much. I’ve always enjoyed glassware and lately have branched out a bit with a few handmade vessels from makers I’ve come across.
My glassware cabinet is quite full at this point, otherwise I’d be tempted to expand my collection to include some of the lovely beer glasses that @tmd_87 shows or a tankard like those in
Pàdruig
’s fantastic collection. But, I’ll have stick to knives for collecting for now. They’re smaller.
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A fine brew for sure. Oskar Blues was the first craft beer I came across in cans. I’m glad it has been widely adopted over the past couple of years.
Nice Case teardrop—if I have the name right?—too.
Is it a single blade?
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A fine brew for sure. Oskar Blues was the first craft beer I came across in cans. I’m glad it has been widely adopted over the past couple of years.
Nice Case teardrop—if I have the name right?—too.
Yes, it's a single blade teardrop with natural bone scales and no shield. I believe it's still available, but not from paid forum dealers, so I can't say where to get it. just search on Case Teardrop 13059.
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Let me add a short review of my particular knife. it's as good and possibly better made than my GECs. The blade is centered when closed. The back spring is flush in the open and closed position and almost flush at the half stop (just a little proud). My GECs are nowhere near flush at the half stop. It's very thin and I really like the lack of a shield. It's currently my favorite knife.
I had a chance a day ago to harvest some Honey Mushrooms in my front yard (with a Wright lambsfoot via @Jack Black ) and make a rustic soup. The Founders Brewing porter was a fine addition to the meal.
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Thanks for the info and the mini review. It’s a nice looking knife for sure and I’m glad to hear you’re really enjoying it.
I had a chance a day ago to harvest some Honey Mushrooms in my front yard (with a Wright lambsfoot via @Jack Black ) and make a rustic soup. The Founders Brewing porter was a fine addition to the meal.
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That looks and sounds amazing. I’m not sure exactly why, but I’ve long thought a wood-clad lambsfoot is a perfect pair for a porter.
I tried a new concoction tonight. Gin + dry vermouth + olive = Martini. Same mixture with cocktail onion = Gibson. Same mixture with pickled hot cherry pepper = pretty dang good!
Turkey Boy looked askance at my assemblage.
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Don’t mind Turkey Boy’s looks. He’s always in a fowl mood this time of year.
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Our Meyer Lemon tree has a strong crop this year and they are just starting to be ready to harvest. Figured I’d use one to fancy up some high quality H2O.
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It's good with water, too! (My Gilliganism for the day.Our Meyer Lemon tree has a strong crop this year and they are just starting to be ready to harvest. Figured I’d use one to fancy up some high quality H2O.
).Living in Northern Virginia since 1979, I've been pleased to see our local vineyards do so well (state-wide, I think that vineyards are the biggest ag $$ generators, though that include weddings/festivals). However, I've become more interested in our booming local brewery and distillery scene. Devils Backbone (now an AmBev property) is off the hook and Hardywood is making some great beers, several of which are available at my local Costco.
A fine grouping and bourbon.
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Ditto.
I agree, but they have some tasty offerings, e.g., Bourbon Baltic, Rye Barrel GBS, and the now departed Oyster Stout and Bourbon Barrel Barley Wine.
That looks and sounds GREAT.
Later tonight with a twist of lime
Yep!!
That is a fabulous collaboration, Dylan.
That looks and sounds amazing. I’m not sure exactly why, but I’ve long thought a wood-clad lambsfoot is a perfect pair for a porter.
Don’t mind Turkey Boy’s looks. He’s always in a fowl mood this time of year.
The soup, a version of French hunters soup, was deeply rich (thanks, bacon) and the porter is an elixir. BTW, I came back after a run to the kitchen and caught Turkey Boy, snood deep in my Martini.
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This one is a bit of nostalgia for me:
I first tried Blenheim Ginger Ale as a child after my uncle, who lived in South Carolina at the time, brought some along when he was visiting my dad. Now, it's called ginger ale, but it's very strong, at least as strong as what you'd expect from a ginger beer these days. They aren't kidding about that little "hot" marker under the "Blenheim" name on the label. I didn't know that and when I took a big swig of the glass they handed me I was so caught by surprise that most of it ended up coming out of my nose.
I found this bottle on the shelves of a local store and decided to give it a try. Tell you what, it still packs a punch. I sneezed after the first sip.
The Old Timer 34OT seemed like a nice pairing for this walk down memory lane.
My first Welsh Black to. It was ok but a bit to 'woody'? maybe, so I'll have to give it another try sometime.
I've not seen the sun or blue sky for over a week and it's lights on and curtains drawn by 3pm so it's definately stout weather. But you know what when it's like that a proper ginger ale is what you really need to warm ya cockles