I was excited for the bottle of a newly released bourbon to arrive in time for the weekend. But alas.Is this the UPS version of a “Thank you” card?The shipper was very responsive and issued an immediate refund of the charge. I am now taking my chance …
After the enjoyable Perdomo the previous day, I was reminded of the Perdomo 20th Anniversary Connecticut that’s been in my humidor since August 2019. I decided it was high time to smoke it. To complete the pairing I mixed up a couple Almond Old Fashion…
I spent Saturday morning finally getting around to potting up some plants for the deck that had been waiting for my attention for a while. Afterwards, it was time to sit and enjoy the plants and the warm sun. A Perdomo Reserve 10th Anniversary Sun…
As we begin the unofficial start of Summer, it is necessary to take a moment to pray for those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms. We may choose to celebrate the holiday with food, drink, fun and friends, but must do so remembering…
Beach season has started
It’s been a busy week around the house, filled with contractors doing work, interspersed by medical appointments, and other necessary business. I was looking forward to some down time with much anticipation. There’s been a bottle of Woodford Reserve D…
With retirement just a couple weeks away, I was looking to treat myself to an early retirement splurge. Hogsheads Cigar lounge held a Drew Estate event last Friday evening, which provided the perfect opportunity to indulge myself. The evening feat…
Columbus’ greatest rock and roll band is still rocking
This coffee break supported by the Liga Privada Undercrown Maduro from Drew Estate. The temperature was in the mid-60° range — not cool, but warm enough to not require any supplemental heat. I think I can finally bring in the portable heat sources un…
Another tease of Spring weather meant coffee and a cigar on the deck. I was in the mood for a lancero, a desire that often arises when I’m looking for an afternoon smoke, usually with coffee. As with this day, those situations often include some acous…
