Montana State

The Negroni is one of the all-time iconic cocktails, but it’s a little unusual in its construction. Unlike many mixed drinks it contains no fruit juice and no mixer, just a blend of spirits and vermouth to create a perfectly balanced, bracing drink. If you love a Negroni, you...

The Tequila Mockingbird brings together tequila, cacao rum, and two types of amaro

It’s not only whiskies and dark spirits that are being barrel aged — there’s a trend for barrel aging other spirits such as gin as well. Although gin is typically crystal clear and juniper-forward, with herbal botanicals adding to its flavor, these barrel-aged gins are darker in color and have the notes of oak, caramel, and vanilla that you’d more often associate with darker spirits.

Stillweather Spirits American Sunset Gin is aged in ex-rum barrels

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

In the heat of summer, reaching into an icebox for cold pieces of watermelon is so refreshing it's almost a relief. Few fruits are as irresistible when your body needs quenching beyond gulping down a cool drink. The whole scenario goes off the rails when you bite into a piece...

3 Signs Your Watermelon Has Gone Bad, According to an Expert

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	The summer seasonal flavors from our favorite premium ice cream brands, ranked from least to most essential.

The Best Premium Ice Cream Flavors For Summer 2024, Ranked

Seattle, WA

There’s a good chance you don’t know anything about one of the best restaurants in the Pacific Northwest. The place inhabits an old monastery, tucked into the woods a ways outside of the nearest metropolis in Seattle. Here, at Cedar+Elm, a NOMA-trained chef is making some incredible food.

An underrated gem in the PNW

Virginia State

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

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Tequila is one of those drinks that evokes instant memories and associations. It might be the good times of partying, dancing and celebrating, or the slightly less appealing times of having one too many shots on a night out. The truth is, tequila is an incredible spirit that has been around for centuries and has become a cornerstone for some of the world’s most famous cocktails. It’s also a spirit that is highly misunderstood. Very few are aware of the sipping ritual of this agave nectar, yet, when they try it, they notice a whole other side and a new-found appreciation for...

13 best tequilas that are made for summer sipping

Nebraska State

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Duluth, MN

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Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Northern Plains, particularly in South Dakota, Nebraska, and Minnesota, from the afternoon into the evening. The main risk with these storms will be damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes if ingredients align. Please check below for further details.

Multiple Rounds of Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornado; Upper Midwest; July 31st, 2024

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

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This easy Tomate cocktail recipe has just has two ingredients plus water and ice. Though you'll be tempted to drink this refreshing drink on a hot summer day, it's also the perfect color to serve at a Christmas party or other festive event.

Tomate: Refreshing French Cocktail

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Today, we review the Don Pepin Vintage Edition in the Toro size. The Don Pepin Vintage line first made its debut in 2023. Initially, it was a release made exclusive to members of the Tobacconists Association of America (TAA), but this past year, it had a widespread national release at the 2024 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show. The Don Pepin Vintage Edition was a part of My Father Cigars’ 20th anniversary, celebrated in 2023. It is named after the patriarch of the company, Don José “Pepin” Garcia. The Don Pepin name was the original brand Garcia used on his earliest cigars before the establishment of My Father Cigars.

Don Pepin Vintage Edition Toro by My Father Cigars | Cigar Review

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

The Warped La Colmena line is one of the sweetest, tastiest honey and cream-packed cigars you will find on the market, and they are absolutely delicious. Of course, because they come in boxes of ten, they can also be expensive at full price, especially if you like to keep them stocked in your humidor. At any rate, Cigar Page has an insane deal right now on both five-pack bundles and ten-count boxes. A Warped La Colmena five-pack is just $81 today, usually $90. Alternatively, a Warped La Colmena ten-count box is $117 instead of $180. Do not waste any time shopping these deals if you want some. They are definitely going to sell out quickly.

Hurry! The Warped La Colmena is on sale at Cigar Page and the deal is WILD

The martini is an eternal cocktail classic, but as with all things, it is subject to trends. For a while the fashion was for very dry martinis — that is, ones which are almost all gin and very little vermouth — but now the pendulum of tastes is swinging on to something different.

Combing gin and vermouth with Fino sherry and Cointreau

No matter where you live in the U.S. or what time of the year it is, you'll have a very hard time finding a cocktail bar that doesn't have the classic margarita on its menu. It's easy to make and has been the drink of choice for bar-goers for decades. But really, if you're wondering why it's so popular, the reason is as simple as it being effing delicious, with the perfect balance between tart lime, sweet triple sec, and the bold, burning kick of tequila. Its popularity also means the classic recipe has spawned countless variations. There are few better drinks to kick back with than the margarita's doubly tropical riff: The pineapple margarita.

Your Pineapple Margarita Isn't Complete Without A Smoky Twist

In the United States, there’s no liquor trendier than tequila. According to The Spirits Business (TSB), agave-based spirits overtook American whiskey value-wise in 2022 and surpassed it in terms of volume the next year. But despite the tequila category reporting several years of consistent double-digit growth, 2023’s sales figures indicate that things could be slowing down. As revealed by the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. (DISCUS), tequila and mezcal sold 31.6 million cases combined last year — only a 5.7 percent volume increase year-over-year. Value grew as well, though only by 7.9 percent to reach a combined $6.5 billion. In such a flourishing category, it’s only natural that some brands continue to outperform others.

The 10 Most Popular Tequila Brands in the World for 2024

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	There’s no summer food more iconic than ice cream, but if we’re being honest, when it’s really hot out, even ice cream can’t cool us down the way we want it to. Sure, it’s cold, but all that dairy kind of wipes us out, leaving us feeling even sweatier than we did before our snack. But one treat that never lets us down is ice cream’s dairy-free cousin, sorbet. If you have a hard time finding ice cream shops nearby that serve this icy, fruity treat, never fear. Ree Drummond’s The Pioneer Woman Magazine just shared a recipe for mango...

The Pioneer Woman's 3-Ingredient Tropical Sorbet Is the Coolest Summer Dessert

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	Toasted barrel finishes are nothing new in the whiskey world, but up to this point they have mostly been used in the bourbon category. Distilleries large and small are starting to give rye whiskey the same treatment, however, and the most recent example comes from Heaven Hill, one of Kentucky’s biggest distilleries and producer of the popular Elijah Craig whiskey brand.Taste Test: Knob Creek's New Blend of Bourbon and Rye Whiskey Is a Winner




	According to Heaven Hill, the namesake of Elijah Craig is the person responsible for introducing the practice of charring a barrel before aging whiskey, which is now...

Elijah Craig Just Dropped a New Straight Rye Whiskey With a Toasted Barrel Finish

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Paquera's Mezcal Ancestral with Wagyu is distilled with beef for a rich flavor and buttery texture

You know Wagyu beef as a high-end food ingredient — but how about using it in a liquor? That’s the idea of a unique new mezcal...

Paquera's Mezcal Ancestral with Wagyu is distilled with beef for a rich flavor and buttery texture

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