Rum

Mojito Recipe

July 14, 2010

A few people on Twitter and Facebook asked me for the recipe I was using for my mojitos. I tend to like them a bit lighter and refreshing so I try not to go too heavy on the lime or sugar. 2 tsp Sugar 6 Mint Leaves 1.5 oz Lime Juice (About 1 Lime) 3 [...]

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Trial and Error Cigar Pairings

December 4, 2009

I’m going to do some more detailed posts and maybe videos discussing pairing up cigars with different things, below are a few that I’ve stumbled upon that have either gone very well or very badly. Cigars with Rum: Well this is the default partner to cigars I’m sure we’ve all tried. I’ve tried a few [...]

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A Great Summer Cigar Pairing.

August 13, 2008

I’m not only a cigar enthusiast, but also a bit of a food enthusiast. Yeah I carry a few extra pounds, but what I mean is I’m always interested in trying something new and strange. Awhile back I started following Terry’s blog, Seduction Meals. She just put up a mojito recipe and a bit of [...]

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Five Rums to Pair with Cigars

May 30, 2008

I’m not an expert when it comes to drinks, but I’ve learned what I like. The following rums are best plain or on the rocks. I’ll beat you senseless with my table lighter if you even consider mixing these rums.

I’ll typically pair rum with a fuller flavored cigar or something with some sweeter notes to it as they tend to compliment each other nicely.

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Latest Libation Purchase

January 28, 2008

I’m not a huge beer drinker so I’ve been exploring the world of spirits and found that I have a liking for good rum. I’d been told by many people that I must by this rum next time I have the cash. Well since I finally had some extra cash I went ahead and picked up a bottle of Zaya Gran Reserva 12 Year Old Estate Rum.

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