The other day, I received a box in the mail. It was from Kaplifestyle’s superstar editor, Stephanie. I’m generally opposed to gifts on holidays. I prefer the art of giving whenever the mood strikes, but that’s a philosophical post for another day. Steph’s was a present of my favorite variety, homemade. In the box were her bitters, vanilla and coffee. She suggested that I mix … [Read more...]
Cocktail Class 3: Wine
I recently watched the documentary film Somm. The film follows four young hopefuls valiantly pushing towards acquiring the prestigious title of Master Sommelier. These men train tirelessly for the exam. They stumble. They celebrate triumph. I couldn’t help but see some similarities between their process and that of an elite athlete training up to an event.I found personal … [Read more...]
Cocktail Class 2: Game On
My cocktail lineup is pretty thin. Knowing how to masterfully create one drink (this martini) will never make me a successful spirits manager. I’ll lose every game without some variety. I need to start building my team’s depth chart, and I know just who to ask.Before I reach out to Stephanie, let’s talk some baseball.It’s September and time for roster expansion in Major … [Read more...]
Cocktail Class
If James Bond stops by, I’ll be ready. I now know how to fix his drink.Y’all have been spending plenty of time with me. We regularly share good food, music, laughter and, once in a while, a stiff drink. I’m pretty loyal to Scotch whisky, neat, when I indulge. I branch out sometimes. An ice cold (almost frozen) beer with a slice of pizza or a burger has been known to sneak … [Read more...]
Fat Washing Cocktails [Guest Post]
I knew I wanted to introduce a guest blogger at some point to Kaplifestyle. I’ve been hemming and hawing, waiting for the right moment to give it a shot. Providing a platform to teach is among the greatest gifts a man or woman can give to another.When our editor, Stephanie, told me about her homemade cocktails, I was fascinated. Not because I drink them, I don’t. I was … [Read more...]