Originally posted on my public facing blog: Drinking with Arok
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On this day it is an American tradition to cook meat at high heat over an open fire, gather with friends, drink and end the night with many loud explosions. (Also known as a cookout and fireworks.) So since this isnt a cooking, gathering or fireworks blog, lets address our topic and help you decide what you should be imbibing on what, at least here in Minnesota, is looking to be a mighty fine day.
Well, Bud Light is the best selling beer in the American market. But is it really all that patriotic to drink a beer owned by a Belgian/Brazillian company? Of course it isnt. And how about number two? Well, same company as it is Budweiser. How about three? There we get to travel to the UK and drink SABMillers Miller Lite. (Though it is marketed though MillerCoors a joint venture with Molson-Coors.)
So what is a proud, patriotic American to do when his favorite beverages are all under foreign ownership? Well, in typical fashion, I have two answers for you. Im all about choice after all.
One you could turn to one of you local craft brewers. Hard working people making tasty beers just for you. Here in Minnesota, Id probably have a Summit or a Schells. You probably know your locals better than I do. Though if you dont, go down to your local beer emporium and search them out. Youll be happy you did.
The other option I have for you is my new favorite drink: Bourbon. This is the Americas Native Spirit (so proclaimed by Act of Congress in 1964) and was developed right here in the USA. Beer is a worldwide phenomena. Vodka is European, Tequila is Mexican, Sake is Japanese. Scotch and Irish Whisky are, well, Scotch and Irish.
But back to bourbon. Or as I like to call it, Liquid Patriotism. To even be called bourbon it has to be produced in the US (amongst other rules). My current favorites are Knob Creek, Wild Turkey Rare Breed and Woodford Reserve. But might I suggest that we support the small businesses? Kings County Distillery in Brooklyn makes a bourbon. So does Kentuckys MB Roland. Going back to New York, I hear good things about Tuthilltowns Hudson Baby Bourbon. That goes for Ohios Woodstone Creek as well. And I even hear rumors of a bourbon being produced in my home state of Wisconsin by Milwaukees Great Lakes Distillery. Though I find no evidence of that on their website.
So there you go: there are a lot of choices out there. Enjoy your celebrations today in moderation and safety. Id hate for you to lose a hand with those firecrackers. I mean, what would you drink with?
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On this day it is an American tradition to cook meat at high heat over an open fire, gather with friends, drink and end the night with many loud explosions. (Also known as a cookout and fireworks.) So since this isnt a cooking, gathering or fireworks blog, lets address our topic and help you decide what you should be imbibing on what, at least here in Minnesota, is looking to be a mighty fine day.
Well, Bud Light is the best selling beer in the American market. But is it really all that patriotic to drink a beer owned by a Belgian/Brazillian company? Of course it isnt. And how about number two? Well, same company as it is Budweiser. How about three? There we get to travel to the UK and drink SABMillers Miller Lite. (Though it is marketed though MillerCoors a joint venture with Molson-Coors.)
So what is a proud, patriotic American to do when his favorite beverages are all under foreign ownership? Well, in typical fashion, I have two answers for you. Im all about choice after all.
One you could turn to one of you local craft brewers. Hard working people making tasty beers just for you. Here in Minnesota, Id probably have a Summit or a Schells. You probably know your locals better than I do. Though if you dont, go down to your local beer emporium and search them out. Youll be happy you did.
The other option I have for you is my new favorite drink: Bourbon. This is the Americas Native Spirit (so proclaimed by Act of Congress in 1964) and was developed right here in the USA. Beer is a worldwide phenomena. Vodka is European, Tequila is Mexican, Sake is Japanese. Scotch and Irish Whisky are, well, Scotch and Irish.
But back to bourbon. Or as I like to call it, Liquid Patriotism. To even be called bourbon it has to be produced in the US (amongst other rules). My current favorites are Knob Creek, Wild Turkey Rare Breed and Woodford Reserve. But might I suggest that we support the small businesses? Kings County Distillery in Brooklyn makes a bourbon. So does Kentuckys MB Roland. Going back to New York, I hear good things about Tuthilltowns Hudson Baby Bourbon. That goes for Ohios Woodstone Creek as well. And I even hear rumors of a bourbon being produced in my home state of Wisconsin by Milwaukees Great Lakes Distillery. Though I find no evidence of that on their website.
So there you go: there are a lot of choices out there. Enjoy your celebrations today in moderation and safety. Id hate for you to lose a hand with those firecrackers. I mean, what would you drink with?
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rooch:
Thank you sir! I'm back on form today. Lots of sleep and a hearty meal did the trick 
ackack:
Thanks man. I feel for you when you have to make the decision. I have always heard that when dogs finally get to the point where they go, it is extremely fast. I had to see it to believe it. I hope Ollie stays healthy and happy for a long time, but when it is his time, it is peaceful.