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Jun 3, 20214 min read
Choke-Point: Taiwan
To abandon Taiwan to her fate is more than about shower flip-flops. It's about the 21st centrury.
May 21, 20211 min read
Bad Juju
Not all spiced rum is created equal: a spiced run to avoid and a few to try.
May 14, 20212 min read
The Mint Julep
The Mint Julep isn't just for Derby Day... but you need to make it properly.
May 7, 20213 min read
Sazeracs & Old Emperors
A thought exercise, alternate history, and a godfather of all cocktails.
May 6, 20214 min read
Death & Exile
This week marks the anniversary of Napoleon's first exile to Elba as well as his death in a second exile, in St. Helena, 200 years ago.
Apr 23, 20213 min read
The St. George
Raise a glass to St. George with a classic cocktail. But don't drink the kool-aid.
Apr 22, 20213 min read
The Long, Good War
The US quitting Afghanistan will lead to tragedy. So will an endless war. Pick your poison.
Apr 16, 20211 min read
Old Dominick Gin
A local (ish) gin that's refreshing, interesting and doesn't taste like you are sipping a Christmas tree.
Apr 15, 20215 min read
On the Shores of Tripoli
The Libyan Hostage Crisis, US Intervention & Regime Change
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