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Last week I was sent to El Paso on an impromptu business trip. 

One of the best things about business travel are the ‘travel days’ which often involve getting out of work early to make it to the airport… and the airport bar.

This trip was no exception and after getting dropped off at DIA I checked in and headed straight to the concourse.  This trip was a bit strange in that I didn’t know the people I was travelling with, but did know they were a few rungs above me on the corporate ladder, which meant I should exercise some caution before enjoying some beverages.

I had a basic description of one of the guys, and after scanning the place for anyone similar I deemed it safe to sit down.

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Living downtown offers plenty of perks for the few, the proud, the drunkards. 

First off, home is never more than a soused stumble away at the end of the night.  Next we have the benefit of dozens of bars to choose from on a given night, as well as Denver’s finest liquor store, Argonaut, just minutes away. 

Finally, at least in Denver, we have one of the biggest perks of all, the “City Book”.  City Book is a coupon book that local businesses use to advertise.  It always contains plenty of buy one get one free drink coupons and the like.  In the past, I’d used a few of the coupons once in awhile, but realized I was missing out on some real savings by not making more of a concerted effort. 

Thus was born the idea of the Drunken Sherpa Coupon Crawl. (more…)

Last night I made the rounds in my old Capital Hill hood drinking, eating raw fish and soaking up the setting sun. 

The prior evening I got a hip tip from a waitress about a tasting that was being held the next day at Aqua.  She told me it would include free food AND booze and that the festivities would start at 5PM.

One of my big projects right now involves utilizing public transportation.  Once the south east light rail opens in 60 days (but who’s counting) I plan to ditch my car entirely.  Last night’s outing was no exception.  I had considered taking an actual BUS to my destination (which I haven’t rode, save to the airport, in approximately 15 years) but realized I could use the walk.  (more…)

So I haven’t been neglecting you, dear readers, but I’m still recovering from an amazing weekend the likes of which I haven’t seen in ages.

Saturday afternoon we had our first photoshoot for Urban Monarch, the online men’s magazine I’m contributing editor of.  (more…)

For those of you living under a rock the last few weeks;

Announcement:  Stolichnaya has a new flavor.  It’s Blueberri.  And it’s beyond delicious. 

They’re the first (that I know of) to feature a Blueberry flavored vodka.  To celebrate this momentous occasion, I’ve got the perfect recipe. (more…)

I am delighted to announce my acceptance of a new role; as contributing editor at a hip new men’s portal: Urban Monarch. 

“Urban Monarch is a website for the modern gentleman.  It is a site for the man who pursues the evolving culture around him.”

Check out my posts here.  Click the story titles to read more. 

To check out the whole site, click the Urban Monarch logo at the top of the page.

Aaah yes, is there truly any thing in life more creamy and delicious than a tasty “Shaved Slit”?? (more…)

I know what you’re thinking. 

“EVERYBODY drinks for free in Vegas, Cash, what could you possibly teach me?”. 

While this may be true in theory, the reality is often a different story entirely.  (more…)

Ah, is there anything better than a Saturday afternoon spent sunbathing on Tadpole’s private balcony? 

Of course there is.  It’s an afternoon spent sunbathing on Tadpole’s private balcony drunk.  (more…)

I’m always looking for ways to improve the altar.. er, I mean, “bar” at Casa De Cash, and after hearing about the virtues of silicon ice cube trays (on Mr. Martini’s excellent ”Behind The Bar Show” Podcast), decided to track some down. 

The advantages of silicon trays are numerous:

1. They eliminate messy ice shards and cracked cubes.
2. They don’t absorb odor or color the way conventional plastic trays can.
3. The cubes pop out pefectly, as true cubes.
4. They come in a variety of colors, perfect for adding a touch of style and class to your freezer

After doing some poking around Amazon and the like, I found some I liked. 

Tovolo’s “Perfect Ice Cube Trays” were available in prices ranging from $9.99 to $11.99 for a set of two trays, each of which makes 15 cubes.  The problem?  Amazon wanted nearly $10 for shipping, essentially doubling the price.  Fortunately, my local Bed Bath & Beyond happened to have some in stock for $9.99 and I decided to give them a try.

The first thing I noticed is the kewl, rubbery feel of the trays.  I knew getting the cubes out would be no problem because of how flexible the silicon was.   The next thing I noticed is that they truly were ‘perfect’ cubes.  None of this rounded ice “cube” nonsense most of us have become accustomed to. 

Now for the test.  I put them in the freezer before going to bed, and the following night invited some close friends over for Blackjack practice and beverages.

The cubes were ideal.  They had frozen rock solid, and were almost opaque with a very cool ‘frosted’ look.  My friend Taggart actually referred to them as “Cocktail Art” and I’d say that was the perfect description.

I plan on getting more to completely eliminate my ‘regular’ ice cube trays in the near future. In my opinion, it’s now sacrilege to pour my precious Hangar One or Level over anything less.  Well done Tovolo.