Not Harry’s Butter Beer
John Berens John Berens

Not Harry’s Butter Beer

This is not a Harry Potter post. My #dothedont crew decided to create a new group post, the #dirtysodachallenge. This was based on a diabetes-inducing lineup of spiked soda drinks— see @what.i.drink.eat.see for the full list and description. I chose “buttery beer”, which includes root beer, butterscotch, and vanilla cream.

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Old Thyme-y
John Berens John Berens

Old Thyme-y

Some ingredients are just too hard not to pun. Pear is a great example, followed closely by thyme. So I was basically obligated to include a time/thyme pun in the title, especially for this delicious old fashioned riff. #notsorry about it though.

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The Birdie and the Beast
Recipe Theresa Berens Recipe Theresa Berens

The Birdie and the Beast

Bringing some spooky mood your way now that Halloween is almost here! I can’t think of a much better way than being asked to mix up a cocktail with a scotch called “Wee Beastie.” I’ve been to Islay before and to the Arbeg distillery. It’s beautiful country and the distillery is lovely— if you make the trip be sure to dine in their restaurant too!

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