January 24 – Paloma
Lost in Translation Today’s cocktail is the Paloma, which is Spanish, means “dove”. Now, that might not be bookmarked in most people’s Spanish-to-English dictionary, but after visiting Mexico three...
View ArticleFebruary 19 – Strawberry Sentiment
The Big 5-0 It’s milestone time here at The Sip as we hit the half-century mark on the 365-day drink challenge! It’s been a wilder ride than Mr. Toad’s, thus far, and to celebrate, here are some...
View ArticleMay 22 – Greyhound
The Great Debate Gin and vodka have long waged a war over liquor supremacy. For example, many arguments have taken place over whether a true martini should be made with gin or vodka. Years ago, vodka...
View ArticleJune 13 – Cactus Berry
Please Bring Me My Wine A little quote from The Eagles hit “Hotel California” to get us diving head first into the wine week’s themed playlist. I never knew there were so many songs about chardonnays,...
View ArticleNovember 26 – Chocolate-Covered Pretzel
One Man Banned Today’s drink aims to replicate a treat that should probably be banned in most households… because it’s so yummy and you end up shoveling so many in your mouth that you regret your binge...
View ArticleFlavour Revolution – Sriracha
Fierce Flames Hailing from eastern Thailand, Sriracha has burst onto the world scene over the last few years, even being used by restaurant chains, such as Subway, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Jack in the...
View ArticleJune 13 – PayDay
Extravagant Eccentricities With great money comes great financial stupidity… or at least that’s how it seems for some celebrities and their spending habits. Here are some of the wildest purchases made...
View ArticleAugust 22 – Salty Chihuahua
Dog Gonnit The Sip Advisor is a cat man and if I’m being completely honest, I’m not very comfortable around dogs. It is National Dog Day in the U.S., this Wednesday, though and that got me thinking...
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