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A page cataloging my experiences with cocktails, highballs, and other assorted alcoholic beverages
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How to Make a Mai Tai

The Mai Tai is the quintessential tiki drink in my opinion. No other drink can transport you to thoughts of white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters faster than the Mai Tai. Despite the ingredient list, it's quite easy to make. So slather on your sunscreen, put on your slippers (not flip-flops!) and hit the jump to learn how to make this magical drink.

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Don't waste your time or money on pre-made Mai Tai mixes. 

Check back here tomorrow to learn how to make a Mai Tai that would make Trader Vic jealous.

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How to Make a Salty Irishman

Saint Patrick's day is here again, and to celebrate the good Saint getting rid of all the snakes in Ireland, people everywhere will get sloshed on disgusting green beer and gut rot whiskey. But you're not like everyone else, are you? So how about you hit the jump and learn how to make a cocktail that would make old Mickey O'Toole proud while giving lovely Anna O'Brien a reason to finally go out with you. 

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St. Patrick's day post and recipe coming later today!

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How to Make a Proper Old Fashioned

The old fashioned is a cocktail that a lot of bartenders now days don't know how to make. It's either straight bourbon with some fruits thrown in it, or it's an abomination with a mess of muddled fruits at the bottom. I plan to change that. Hit the jump to learn how to make an old fashioned that would make Don Draper proud.

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