The 2014 World Beer Cup Awards Ceremony occurred last Friday (April 11) in Denver, Colorado. See the whole list here. Note that they’ve got Old Style winning the “American-Style Cream Ale” category. So, yeah. (worldbeercup.org)
When you think of Scotland, you think of Scotch. Well, I also think of the Loch Ness Monster. But! Scotland is also the world’s largest exporter of gin, and Scottish distilleries are making a slew of new craft gins. Splendid. The world can always use more gin. I mean that sincerely. (The Daily Meal)
Speaking of gin, prepare yourself to garnish your gin & tonic with lemon. There’s a lime shortage upon us, people. Reduced supply from Mexico, a drought in California, and growing demand due to lunatic margarita drinkers have brought prices to a three-year high. When airlines eliminate limes on in-flight beverages, you know we’re in for some rough times. (Christian Science Monitor)
And finally… there was apparently a rather oddball bourbon ad that ran during the season premiere of Mad Men the other night. One which extolled the virtues of manhood, bourbon, and carpentry, I guess? Okay, sure. Please note that I’m pretty good at assembling IKEA furniture while smashed on PBR. Call me, ladies. (Gawker)
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