Gin 101: Everything You Need to Know About This Versatile Spirit
Pexels photo by Kyle Miller. The gin and tonic has saved more Englishmen’s lives, and minds, than all the doctors in the Empire.” — Winston Churchill. Gin, a timeless and…
The Mystery of “Donovan of Central Intelligence”: A Classified Comic Strip
Few spy stories are as intriguing as that of “Donovan of Central Intelligence,” a seven-page comic strip from a 1950 issue of Atomic Spy Cases. This comic, which was kept…
Coffee Cocktails: Five Delicious Recipes Using Brewed Coffee
Making of Irish coffee. Photo by Frettie / CC BY 3.0 Coffee isn’t just for your morning routine; it can also be a delightful addition to your evening cocktails. Here…
Sotol: The Desert Spirit with a Rich History
Photo courtesy Desert Door Texas Sotol. Sotol, often overshadowed by its more famous cousins tequila and mezcal, is a distinctive distilled spirit with a rich history and unique production process.…
Tequila 101: A Guide to Mexico’s Iconic Spirit
Pexels photo by Snapr. Tequila, a distilled spirit made from the blue agave plant, is more than just a drink—it’s a symbol of Mexican heritage and craftsmanship. Tequila’s roots trace…
Cary Grant: The Actor Who Spied for Britain
Photo of Cary Grant from the film “North by Northwest” (1959). Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Cary Grant, the iconic British-born American actor known for his suave demeanor and classic films, led a life…
The Vesper: A James Bond Classic
Pexels photo by Engin Akyurt. The Vesper cocktail, also known as the Vesper Martini, is a drink that has become synonymous with sophistication and intrigue, thanks to its association with…
How James Bond Helped Win the Cold War
The Sirkeci Terminal in Istanbul was used as a filming location for the James Bond film “From Russia with Love”. James Bond, the suave British secret agent created by Ian…
5.11 Kubaton Tactical Pen
I recently received the Kubaton Pen by 5.11 Tactical to review. As a writer, I’m picky about my pens, but as someone who travels OCONUS a lot, I like the…
“Casablanca”: Winning Hearts and Minds in WWII
Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman in a romantic scene. Casablanca, released in 1942, is often hailed as one of the greatest films in American cinema. Beyond its romantic plot and…